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Gary David Penzick

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October 14, 1959 – June 17, 2025

It is with deep and immense sadness that our family announces the passing of Gary Penzick. Peacefully, with his wife Mandy by his side, Gary passed away on Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at the age of 65.

Gary is survived by his devoted wife Mandy of 36 years, his beloved dog Bella Brier, his sister Jean, nephews Jayson and Jeffrey (Bailey), great nephew Rylan; sister-in-law Susan, niece Colinda (Chris); brother-in-law Steven (Shelley), nephew Shayne; brother-in-law Michael (Sandie); niece Marlee (Jordan) great nephew Carter; and his international family Kathy, Maria, and Charli (Abdon) as well as numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

Our hearts will forever be broken to lose Gary so young due to his former medical doctor’s missed diagnosis. Gary had been living with prostate cancer unbeknownst to us for a few years before he was officially diagnosed with stage IV prostate cancer in 2021. Gary’s diagnosis immediately changed his life and the lives of his wife Mandy, his family, and his friends from that point forward. Gary fought so hard and wanted a longer life to be here for his wife Mandy, their dog Bella Brier, and to have more time with family; lifelong friends; neighborhood friends he recently reconnected with as well as new friends he met on his first cruise, but it wasn’t meant to be. Gary was very loyal, loving, caring, funny, and always willing to help out his family and friends when he could. Gary will be forever loved and forever missed by everyone who knew him.

Prior to Gary’s diagnosis he had worked hard all his life and his co-workers loved Gary. They treated each other like family. Gary remembered fondly his Simmons Family and his Burnbrae Family and enjoyed catching up with them when he could. When Gary semi-retired he purchased his own hot dog cart something his brother-in-law Mike encouraged him to do. Gary absolutely loved owning and operating his own cart, he especially enjoyed chatting with his customers rain or shine while he prepared their lunch.

Gary enjoyed many activities like walking and playing with his beloved dogs Bailey and Bella Brier; golfing; BBQ’s, playing cards and bocce ball with family and friends; listening to music; watching movies; travelling; playing and watching sports but especially watching and attending games for his favourite football team the Pittsburg Steelers; and his most recent activity he enjoyed was installing and fixing t.v. boxes for family and friends.

A special thank you to: Dr. Ededet Edet who graciously accepted Gary as a new patient. Dr. Sanjiv Badham for many years of chiropractic service. Olivia Birchall for all her help with Gary’s physiotherapy. HSC Surgery Department and HSC Rehabilitation Department. Gary’s sister Jean for all her help with caring and cooking for Gary and looking after Bella Brier. Mike, Sandie, Jayson, and Jeffrey for all their help with rides to and from the hospitals and Riverview Health Centre. Thank you to all our family, friends, and lifelong friends who visited Gary at Riverview Health Centre, although it was super hard for Gary it also meant a lot to him to have one more chance to see you all; also thank you to the Palliative Care staff and the staff at Riverview Health Centre 3 East for their excellent care and accommodations. 

Gary’s service will take place at Holy Eucharist Church on Saturday, July 5, 2025, with Father Michael Winn officiating. Honorary Pallbearers: Billy, Jeffrey, Steven, Michael, Gerald, and Maurice.

Following the service there will be a BBQ and Celebration of Life at our home.

Cremation and Interment will take place at a later date and Gary will be laid to rest at All Saints Cemetery.

Gary loved animals so in lieu of flowers donations in Gary Penzick’s memory can be made to: manitobaunderdogs.org (scroll down to donation or from the menu it’s under the help tab – then there is a donation tab “in memory of”).

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Allan Bruce Falkenberg

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January 27, 1960 – June 24, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Allan Bruce Falkenberg on Tuesday June 24, 2025, at the age of 65.

Allan was predeceased by his parents, Marianne (2017) and Kurt Falkenberg (1992), his brother Ralph Falkenberg (2023), and brother-in-law Juan Barbachano (2021).

He leaves to mourn his passing, his wife of 25 years Theresa Lane, his son Kurtis Falkenberg, sisters Ines Falkenberg Barbachano and Janet Sul, nephews Bosco Barbachano, Lucas Horn and Matthew Horn, nieces Carina Barbachano and Robin Sul, the Becker family and his extended family in Germany.

Allan was born in Winnipeg, MB and raised in Elmwood.  In his early years, his family moved to Northern Manitoba and managed a garage station and restaurant in Overflowing River, near the Pas, MB. This is where he became an avid outdoorsman and was proud to pass along those skills to his son.

After graduation from Swan Valley High School in 1978 he moved to Winnipeg and immediately gained employment at a Furniture Manufacturing Plant. He was a Production Manager for 35 years until he was forced to retire due to a traumatic brain injury in 2013. He enjoyed small outings on his bike and the daily entertainment of the wildlife surrounding our area, especially all the birds, foxes and deer that visit our yard.  A subsequent stroke in 2023 left Allan immobile, but he was fortunate to remain at home with his wife along with the assistance of daily Home Care Services.

Allan was a kind soul and he loved his family dearly. He enjoyed a good party, a good German beer and always made friends wherever he went.  He will be profoundly missed by those who love him.

We would like to thank all the Home Care staff for their care and kindness shown to Allan, especially Channelle and Nancy whom he looked forward to seeing each day.  We would also like to thank the staff of GB2 at HSC for the comfort and dignity they provided to Allan until his journey from this life was complete.

Cremation has taken place and a private family gathering will be held to honor Allan.  He will reside in all the places that mean the most to him and gave him great joy and comfort.

In memory of Allan, please consider making a donation to an animal shelter of your choice.

Kurtis: “Langsam, aber sicher”.

Theresa: “Sleep Well, My Love”.

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Diane Priscilla Reid (nee Lambert)

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September 4, 1930 – June 18, 2025

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Diane Reid “Nanny” on June 18, surrounded by the love of her family.

Diane leaves the legacy of 3 generations. Sons Daryl (Sheila), Don (Monique), and Jeff (Terezija). Grandchildren Melanie (Logan), Jaileah (Dave), Josh (Cassandra), Kevin, Courtney (Branden), Krista, Corey, Amber, Westley (Pooja), Brenden (Sara), Tim, and Whitney (Craig). Great grandchildren Lily, Tristen (Sequoia), Dawson (Julia), Addison, Bradyn, Teagan, Kingston, Xavier and Maeva, Elsie and Marshall.

Diane was predeceased by a brother in infancy, infant grandson Jordan, son in law Julien Marion, brother Don Lambert, sister Ruth Sicotte, husband Norman, special friend Hubert Jette, sister Carol B. Jones, and daughter Patrice (Marion) Burgess.

Diane was born on September 4, 1930 in Gravelbourg, Saskatchewan. When she was ten years old the family made the move to Transcona. Along with her favourite sister Carol, many memories were made spending time ice skating and camping at St. Malo with their cousins when they were children.

As a teenager, Diane found a job at Eaton’s colouring photographs. She mastered that, and soon took a job working in the dark room printing photos.

A few years later, she met Norman, and they were married in 1949. With the arrival of oldest son, Daryl, Diane’s purpose became raising their family and building their life together in Transcona.

With a young family, Norm and Diane decided to build what would become the cherished family ‘camp’ at Ottermere, Ontario. Many years of happy memories were made there with countless blueberry pies, beach days, and pancake breakfasts cooked on the woodstove.

Diane was an excellent baker, cook, entertainer, and housekeeper. We will treasure the years of special family dinners she spared no detail in preparing. She also gave special attention to her hair and makeup both of which were always perfect, with the weekly Wednesday hair appointment being a ritual for decades.

The relationship between Diane and her sister Carol was a very special one. She was like a second Mother and Grandmother to our family. They were inseparable and even had matching wardrobes!

Some of us were lucky to have inherited Diane’s wry sense of humour and her no-nonsense kind of determination. It was this way of thinking that got her through life’s toughest challenges- Including losing Norm, our beloved Dad/Bopi and her sister Carol; beating breast cancer in 2021; and most recently the passing of her daughter, Patrice.

Thank you to the special ladies at Devonshire House for the friendships Diane enjoyed with you over the past 8 years. She was very much looking forward to getting back to bingo and cards, and loved showing off her winnings to all of us.

Respecting Diane’s wishes there will be no formal service, instead a private ceremony will be held at the Transcona Cemetery.

Those who wish to make a donation in Diane’s memory may choose a charity close to your heart. Diane supported animal welfare, cancer and lung research.

Nanny, your love will live on always, and we will carry you in our hearts forever.

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Neil Donald Hagen

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August 30, 1944 – June 18, 2025

It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the unexpected passing of Neil Hagen on Wednesday, June 18th, 2025 at home at the age of 80. He is survived by his wife of almost 52 years, Gloria; daughter, Heather, and son, Cameron (Lori-Ann); and grandchildren, Sage, Matthew, Hagen, Halle and Hunter. Also surviving are his brother Carl (Lynne); and sisters-in-law Gail, Glenda (Chuck), Alma (Bill), and Heather (Bob) and he was predeceased by his older brother Walt. Neil will also be remembered fondly by his many nieces and nephews and, more recently, great nieces and nephews.  

Our dad made a lasting impression on everyone he met which has become abundantly clear to the family since his passing. He had a presence and personality that filled a room and the emptiness that has left us all with will be hard to fill. From his work ethic to his meticulous attention to detail, to the absolute joy he found in vacationing at our family cabin, Dad taught us the broad spectrum that is a life well-lived.

As kids, we would beg him to tell us stories of his childhood adventures. He would regularly entertain us with stories of tagging along with his older brothers as they taught him how to wreak havoc on the streets of Weston. Academics were never his strong suit, but he revelled in his time playing sports with his friends. His goalie pads were catalogues; frozen horse dung was a puck and – of course – no helmet!

Dad started a career in printing right out of high school. He worked his way through the back room, doing graphic arts, to eventually retiring from a successful sales career with Quebecor in 2008. Dad taught us the importance of a strong work ethic, but he also illustrated the value of not living to work but working to live. He was happy to tell people he would spend his retirement doing “stuff” and that’s exactly what he did.

Mum and Dad met in 1971. Dad was in a curling bonspiel and found himself up against his future father-in-law. Grandpa thought he was curling a bunch of neat guys, out on the ice in their sunglasses. He encouraged Mum to come down to the club to see what would happen. Lucky for us, there was a spark and a life took hold. Mum and Dad worked well together. They were both organized and focused on making the most of their down time. We remember watching them on Friday nights as kids, planning out exactly how their weekend would go. This attention to detail made us feel safe and loved and we will always be grateful to them for that.

We take comfort in the fact that dad had full quality of life up until the very end. He set a lasting example to prioritize staying active, doing the things you love. Over the years, we have been fortunate enough to be part of his fan club as he participated in fastball, racquetball, curling and golf. In fact, on the day we said goodbye, he had his golf clubs already packed in his truck for a 1 o’clock tee time.

He loved his family and being a man who wore his heart on his sleeve, we never had to question it. Grandchildren fondly remember food drop-offs to college dorms, bad jokes, fishing, Bomber Games, watching and talking about sports together, dim sum, water-skiing, knee-boarding, sleepovers, spring break visits, swimming and standing on “his rock”, family meals around the table and he’ll always be remembered for his second-to-none gravy. Of course, everyone will remember him for being a dedicated Bomber fan. He was proud to have been a 30-year season ticket holder, with seats right behind the Bomber bench and we all celebrated their win last Saturday against BC with a new fire in our hearts. Thanks Dad.

Laclu has maybe been the biggest part of his story. His grandfather purchased property there, which his father eventually bought and sold off as lots. It meant the world to him to build his own cabin and have his kids build cabins close by. It’s hard to describe the community we all have down there but for dad, it meant being close to family and the very closest of friends. As per his wishes, Dad’s celebration of life will be a party at Laclu – a full circle moment to honour a life well-lived.

We recognize the reach he’s had through all his diverse hobbies and how the suddenness of his passing can make it difficult to find closure. We encourage those who were close with him to raise a glass after a golf game, during Tuesday afternoon beers, watching the Bombers, Jets or during the next Briar. Please reach out to the family and let us know how you honoured Dad. It means so much to us.

Should anyone so desire, donations would be gratefully accepted at Assiniboine Golf Club to their Junior Golf Program, in Dad’s name.  

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Judith Lawren (Oliver) Tindall

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May 26, 1948 – June 20, 2025

It’s with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Mother and Grandma Nanny, Judith Lawren (Oliver) Tindall, on June 20, 2025 at the age of 77.

Born in Brandon, Manitoba, on May 26, 1948, to Alvin and Margaret Oliver. Judy grew up in Fairview District with her younger brother Warren Oliver, just north of Carberry, Manitoba. It was there she built lifelong friendships and a deep love for her community that shaped her strong spirit and kind heart.  On October 21, 1967, she married her high school sweetheart, Glenn Tindall, and together they began their life in Brandon before settling back in Carberry, where they built their family home and raised their two children Klay Tindall born August 7, 1973 and Vanessa (Tindall) Thompson born January 4, 1978.

Judy was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother whose love for her family knew no bounds. She supported her children’s every game, performance, and school event with pride and enthusiasm. Whether she was cheering from the sidelines, helping behind the scenes, Judy gave her time and energy with happiness.

She found special joy in her role as a grandmother- Grandma Judy & Nanny were the special names given to her by her greatest blessings. Her grandchildren—Eli Tindall (2000), Gage Tindall (2001), Autumn Thompson (2002), Jaida Thompson (2005), Daisy Tindall (2005), and Darner Tindall (2008)—were the light of her life. From sleepovers and water park adventures to cheering at their games, she cherished every moment she spent with them. The memories she created with her grandchildren will be treasured forever.

Judy had many passions that filled her days with meaning and purpose. She was an avid gardener, a lover of puzzles and crosswords, and enjoyed painting, watching curling and football, and singing in the church choir. She gave countless hours volunteering with Pool Sharks and Exit Stage Left, where her enthusiasm and warmth touched many lives. She also enjoyed traveling and exploring new places.

Judy will be remembered for her kindness, quiet strength, the way she made everyone feel, whether through a warm conversation, thoughtful unwavering support, or a big hug will remain with them always. She will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by her family and friends.

A celebration of Judy’s life will be held on Monday, June 30 2025 at 2pm at the Carberry United Church. A reception to follow at Clyde McCallum’s Home at 86043 Road 57N Carberry.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation in Judy’s memory.

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