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Brenda Joyce Elbers (Tanner aka Pearson)

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June 6, 1948 – May10, 2025

Brenda passed away peacefully on May 10, 2025, with her husband Gary by her side.  She was born on June 6, 1948 in Mackenzie (Linden) Guyana, to Ruby (nee: Tanner) O’Donoghue and Albert Pearson. In 1971, she immigrated to Manitoba to marry Gary Elbers.

Besides her loving husband she is survived by their children Shauna (Kester) Elbers-Phillips, Michelle (Donovan) Martin and Monty (Kayla) Elbers, grandchildren Leah, Donovan, Judah, Darius, Dailia, Ruby, Winter and Isaiah, nephew Grantley (Elon) King, siblings Lloyd, Desiree and Ken (Collette) O’Donoghue and her cherished Aunt Sylvia Bollers  In-laws Jack (Olga), Carl (Joyce) Elbers and Claire (Rudy) Canterbury, her Life-Sisters Brenda Talbot and Linette Volgezon, Jacquie (Reuben) Alexander and Shirley (Noel) Linton.  She will also be remembered by her many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

While Brenda began her career as a teacher in Mackenzie, she always wanted to be in the medical field. She pursued the Medical Lab Technician studies in NY and returned as a Lab Tec working at the Davis Memorial Hospital in Guyana. After they immigrated to Manitoba, Brenda and Gary lived in Winnipeg, Winkler and then Selkirk.  In Selkirk she worked as a Registered Nurse at the Selkirk General Hospital and retired from the Operating Room Department in 2009 after 29 years of dedicated service.

A gifted singer, Brenda was a proud member of several choirs, especially her favourite, Christ Church Anglican. She was an early member of Selkirk Linus Blanket, and found joy in many things including book clubs, travelling, entertaining, making preserves, ethnic dishes, needlecraft, pottery, bowling, family and cultural gatherings. 

Brenda was predeceased by her parents Albert Pearson, Ruby and Levi O’Donoghue.                                  

Cremation has taken place, and a Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday July 5, 2025, at 12:30 pm. at Christ Church Anglican 227 McLean Ave. Selkirk Mb.

Flowers gratefully declined. As a token of sympathy donations in memory of Brenda can be made to the Alzheimer’s Society of Manitoba, 10-120 Donald Street, Winnipeg, MB. R3C 4G2

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Andrew Philip Davidson

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August 18, 1970 – June 14, 2025

Andrew Philip Davidson, 54, passed away at home on June 14, 2025 in Winnipeg MB.

He was born to Marion Joan & Walter John Davidson on August 18, 1970 in Dartmouth NS.

Andrew’s passion was music; playing, recording and producing. He loved to fish, travel to explore new destinations, photography, reading, watching movies and making people laugh. He cherished his friendships with Gerald, Rob and Donnie, talking for hours on the phone about everything and anything.

In January 2015 he met Nicole and after a breakfast date they were lucky to spend over 10 years together; working together, traveling together and doing everything together.

Andrew is predeceased by his father Walter, mother Marion, brothers; Peter, John (Cindy) & Neil, sisters; Nancy & Kelley.

Andrew is survived by his partner Nicole, brother Karl (Susan), sister Kathy (Tom), nephews; Matthew, Mitchell, Jeffery (Autumn) & Daniel, nieces; Carolyn & Deborah, great nephew Dominic and great niece Quinn.

A private cremation will take place on Friday, June 20th at Interlake Cremation & Memorial Services.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to The Kidney Foundation of Canada or a charity of your choice in his honour.  

“Death is an inevitability, isn’t it?  You become more aware of that when you get to my age. I don’t worry about it. I’m ready for it. When I go, I want to go doing what I do best. If I died tomorrow, I couldn’t complain. It’s been good.”

~Lemmy Kilmister~

Motörhead

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Richard Perry

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September 21, 1948 – May 31, 2025

Richard was predeceased by his parents Ron and Estelle Perry.  He is survived by the mother of his children, Verna, his two children Jordan (Alicia) Janna (Alex) grandson Charlie, brother James (Meredith) two nieces and two nephews.

Richard was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba where boyhood on the prairies gave him freedom he loved to roam around the surrounding countryside on his bicycle, and still be home by dark.

In Richard’s early teens his brother, James, was born and in his older teens his family made a big move to the big city of Toronto. Uprooting was not easy for him in his last year of high school.

Attracted by the world of film, he abandoned his English major to attend York University Film School. However, as a young man, the prairies called to him and he decided to move to Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. There Richard met Verna, who became his wife and he soon discovered the joys and challenges of fatherhood. He enjoyed playing with his young children and as they grew, seeing them pursuing their own interests. He was very proud of his daughter and his son and their accomplishments.

He had a great desire to live as independently as possible and in the country as much as possible. In order to do this he pursued and enjoyed learning, mostly on his own, skills such as mechanics, carpentry, and other handyman skills. He took pride in maintaining his own vehicles and homes, including renovating several houses he lived in with his family.

He enjoyed many various careers such as a semi-truck driver, letter carrier for Canada Post, farmer, mechanic and restorer of trusty old Volvos, as well as work in the Saskatchewan and Manitoba Film Industries. 

For a couple decades he passionately kept many appreciative friends, family and acquaintances reliably and inexpensively on the road. He enjoyed meeting and getting to know a variety of people, and they got to know him not only as a very unique mechanic, eventually called “The Volvo Guru”, but also as the intellectual person and hilarious orator he was.

In his 50’s Richard sought opportunity to enthusiastically work on many films made in Saskatchewan, mostly as a car wrangler. It was a great loss to him when the Saskatchewan Film Industry could no longer survive. He, then, looked at returning to his home province, with hopes of pursuing his passionate film work there. His marriage ended and he moved to the small resort town of Gimli, Manitoba. He did some film work there, including a few small acting roles, fulfilling a lifelong dream.

Richard enjoyed retirement and small town living, finding satisfaction in completely renovating a small cabin to his own personal taste, having a large garage built, tinkering with old Volvos, tending his yard and walking by Lake Winnipeg. He was very happy when his children, their partners and his little grandson visited.

After one and a half years of being very unwell with cancer, Richard passed away in the Gimli Hospital on May 31, 2025. May he rest in peace.

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Ronald (Ron) William Kolbauer

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August 23, 1943 – June 4, 2025

It is with great sadness that the family of Ron Kolbauer announce his passing at Concordia Hospital on Wednesday, June 4th at the age of 81.

He is survived by his wife Joan; his children Laura Lynn (Peter), Jason (Tracey), and Kristi; and his cherished grandchildren Zoe, Pierce, Ryann, Emma, and Logan. He is also survived by his brother Bob (Lucy), sisters Doreen and Linda, and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Mildred and Louis, and his siblings Richard and Myrna.

Growing up in Winnipeg Ron had lots of interesting stories to tell about his youth, working at carnivals and pool halls followed by employment with the Canadian National Railway.  In 1967 he began his career in law enforcement when he joined the East Kildonan Police Department.  Following the city’s amalgamation, he served in various districts across Winnipeg—St. Boniface, Transcona, the North End, and in the Communications and Juvenile Division but he found his greatest fulfillment as a Community Relations officer.  Ron retired in 1993 with the rank of Sergeant II from the Winnipeg Police Department.  He also served for many years on the board of directors at the Winnipeg Police Credit Union.

Outside of work and into his retirement, Ron was a devoted reader, movie buff, card player, and crossword enthusiast.  Known for his sharp mind, Ron rarely missed a trivia question. He loved to golf with his brother and many memorable games were shared over the years, full of laughter, good-natured competition, and cherished family time.  He was a proud founding member of the Winnipeg Pin Collector’s Club, where he found joy and community through a shared passion.

Ron had a special place in his heart for animals, especially the family cats Ginger and Duffy. He delighted in spending time with his “grand-pets” and was always quick to offer a pat or a gentle scratch behind the ears.

Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be announced at a later date.

Donations in Ron’s memory can be made to the Winnipeg Humane Society, an organization that reflects his lifelong love of animals.

Dad, you were a devoted husband, an amazing father, and an extraordinary grandfather. Your presence brought warmth and strength to our lives, and your absence will be deeply felt by all who loved you most.

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David William Roberts

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July 23, 1965 – May 31, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of David William Roberts at the age of 59, who left us on Saturday May 31 at St. Boniface hospital. David was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, son, brother and friend, known for his kindness, wisdom, sense of humor, and work ethic.

Born in Winnipeg on July 23 1965, David lived his whole life in Dugald. David lived his life to the fullest, whether it was helping out on the farm, going mudding with friends or making sure he wasn’t missing out on work. He was deeply devoted to his family and cherished time spent with those he loved. His warmth and presence touched many, and he will be dearly missed by all who knew him.

David is survived by his wife of just 36 years Terri-lynn, His daughter Kimberly-ann, granddaughter Abagail  and daughter Heather (Dyllan) Rindall, grandpup Rome. His sister Patricia (Mike) Bobko, and sister-in-law Lorrie (Rob) Stepaniuk and all his nieces and nephews, also great nephews and niece. He was predeceased by his parents William (2013) and Marie (2019), his in-laws Gordan (1994) and Jeannette (2004).

A Celebration of life will be held at a later date TBD.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made to a charity of your choice.

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