Larry Paul Johnson

October 24, 1942 – February 27, 2024

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Larry, our beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, on February 27, 2024.


Cremation has taken place and an intimate family Celebration of Life will occur in the summer.

Love, Denise

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Cheryl Darlene Wiens

March 2, 1946 – February 25, 2024

It is with a heavy heart the family announces the passing of Cheryl Wiens at the Selkirk Regional Health Centre on February 25th, 2024 at the age of 77.

She is survived by John, her husband of 52 years, and sons Derek and Mark.

Cheryl had a lengthy battle with Parkinson’s and more recently, with cancer.

She spent 47 years training and working as a Registered Nurse, which included a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She worked at the Health Sciences Centre as a Unit Manager until her retirement. Cheryl won an Excellence award for her work there, which she was proud of.

Cremation has taken place and as her wishes, there will be no funeral.

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Crystal Lea Gail O’Connor-Langlois

July 8, 1980 – February 16, 2024

After a long and hard fight with ovarian cancer, Crystal passed peacefully at her home on Matheson Island with her family and her fur babies at her side. Pre-deceased by her grandparents, Fred and Gwen Amy, Peter and Winnie O’Connor and her father, Rory O’Connor.

Left to mourn is her son Austin Langlois, partner of 15 years, Cameron Lea, Mother Elsie Pounder (Paul), brother Stephen O’Connor (Jen), sister-in-law Nicole Lea, step-daughter Destiny, grandchildren Edelle, Trinity, Gordon and Lilianna and nieces Natasha, Bella and Ava.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, March 2nd, at 1:00 p.m. at the Matheson Island Community Hall.

Donations may be made to The Kidney Foundation of Canada or Cancer Care Manitoba, Ovarian Cancer.

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Richard Andrew Matson

October 6, 1949 – February 19, 2024

With great sadness we share the passing of Richard (Rick) Andrew Matson (RAM).

He is survived by his siblings Ian (Wanda), Chrisy (Ken), Kathy & Ron as well his nieces and nephews and Tanner.

Rick was predeceased by his parents Andy & Jean, brothers Lawrie and Craig, Maureen and Brandy.

Rick enjoyed many years playing fastball with the Lockport Fastball Club. One of his favorite hobbies was his wood work creations as well as puzzles and reading.

Rick worked at Red River Brick & Tile as well as Mars Sandhill Golf Course.

Grave side service will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to The Heart & Stroke Foundation.

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Hazel Freeman

September 10, 1946 – February 22, 2024

Was the best Wife, Mom, Gramma, Nan and Sister

Pre-deceased from her husband Pung (2017), survived by her children Crystal, Wanda, Pamela (Jon), her grandchildren Ashley (Andrew), Austin (Faith) who she helped raise. Also Anthony (Kristen), Chiron, Gabriel, Ciana, Isabella and Josephyna and two sisters Dawn (Doug) and Heather, numerous nieces and nephews and her brother and sister in-laws.

Mom had numerous jobs over her years, she took pride in all of them and made a lot of great friends!

A few lines from one of her favorite verses:

The angels bekon from Heaven’s door,
And I can’t feel at home in this world anymore.
O Lord you know, I have no friend like you.

Rest in peace Mom, we all miss you and loved you more.

                                                                                    XOXO

Mom was cremated and her wishes were no service. A family burial will take place at a later date.

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