Tag: Cremation

Richard Skrzyszewski

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January 29, 1950 – October 10, 2024

It is with profound sadness, Richard Skrzyszewski, our beloved husband, father, Papa, brother and Uncle, suddenly passed away at his home, after a brief battle.

Richard was born in Poland and arrived in Winnipeg with his family at the age of 13. His younger days always found him tinkering and fixing old cars, trying to make them louder and faster. He learned Auto Mechanics by experience and seemed always able to fix a car problem.

He spent 42 years as a dedicated employee, affectionately known as “the rock” with Motor Coach Industries, retiring 10 years ago. Richard was a quiet and gentle man of many talents, able to fix or build most things, but stubborn to the end to make it perfect.

He was always a lover of the great outdoors, finding peace and joy in nature. Every year he would produce amazing gardens and took great pride in creating and maintaining his beautiful yard in St. Andrews, at the home he loved for 37 years.

Richard will be lovingly remembered and forever missed by his wife of 46 years Lynda, daughters Jennifer (Jeremy) and Ashlee (Kyle) and his treasured grandchildren, Emma, Brooke, Gia and Myles. He also leaves his sister Helen (Ken), several nieces and nephews and numerous longtime friends here and elsewhere who will remember him fondly. Richard was predeceased by his daughter Kimberly, his father, his in-laws and most recent by his almost 97 year old mother in June.

A Service of Remembrance will be held on Wednesday, October 23, 1:00 p.m. at Little Britain Church, 5879 P.T. Hwy 9, Lockport, MB.

Donations, if desired, may be made in Richard’s memory to Siloam Mission.

The unconditional and unwavering love for his family, gave us hope to never stop believing in good and happy endings. His kindness, wisdom and strength will live on through us forever.

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Janet Norma Marie Allard

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It is with great sadness that we, the family, announce the passing of Janet Allard on Sunday, September 29, 2024 at Health Science Centre, with her family by her side.

To mourn her passing are her fur babies Sadie, Domi, and Nika, her siblings Alexandre Allard, Gilberthe Allard, Florence Allard, Gilles Jr (Dawna) Allard, Paul (Denise) Allard, Loretta Sigurdson, Noel Allard, Harold Allard (Tammy McKay), Noeline Allard, Jean (Tracy) Allard, numerous nieces and nephews.

Janet was predeceased by her fur babies Macoose and Bella, parents Gilles and Laurette Allard, grandparents, brother George Allard, brothers in-law Hugh Sigurdson, Willard Ducharme, sisters in-law Brenda Allard, Catherine Allard, Teresa Friesen, Edna Allard, nephews Dean Lavallee, Steven Allard, Shane Allard, Kevin Chartrand, nieces Theresa O’Bomsawin, Kaylee Lavallee and Sophia Schmidt.

Janet graduated from St. Laurent School. Worked at the Manitoba Metis Federation, Interlake Reserves Tribal Council.

Janet was a proud member of the Winnipeg Police Service working in the Communication Dispatch Centre. She was recently awarded the 25 years Exemplary Service Medal.

The Allard family would like to thank the ICU Unit 4 at the Health Science Centre for taking special care of our little sister Janet.  Also, thank you to her second family at the Winnipeg Police Communication Dispatch Centre. 

As per Janet’s wishes cremation has taken place.

Janet was involved with so many causes that the family encourages friends to make a donation in Memory of Janet Allard towards a Charity of their choice, in lieu of flowers.  

Family and Gathering (Eulogy)
Saturday, October 19, 2024
At 10:30
Mass to follow at 11:00
St. Laurent Roman Catholic Church
60 Parish Lane
St. Laurent, Manitoba


Honorary Pall bearers Winnipeg Police Communication Operator
Pall bearers are her nieces and nephews
Officiating: Father Paul Tinguely
Chaplain: Helen Peters

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Judith Lynn Barnych (Nee Wilchuk)

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November 5, 1958 – October 14, 2024

It is with sadness we announce the passing of Judy in the wee morning hours of October 14, 2024; as a result of complications from pneumonia. She was surrounded by her loving family.

Judy is predeceased by her father Stanley (Nov. 66), her mother Irene (July 2010), husband Danny (February 2010), fur babies Lady and Lassie, brother Terrance (Dec. 2023), and great nephew Sawyer (Aug. 2024) who we were unable to meet. Aunty will be taking care of Sawyer in her loving arms.

She will be forever missed by her sister Lora (Bill), brother Brian (Darcey), as well as nieces and nephews, Jason (Laurie), (Eternity, August, Cadi), Christopher, Ashley (Brendan) (Lincoln and Aubrey), Amanda (Reg), (Max, Miranda, Kelsey, Emma), Chantal (Jayson), Amber (Marc), Amy (Michael), Robyn, Dale (Mel) and family. She will also be lovingly remembered by aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Judy was a social butterfly thanks to Facebook and Bell MTS. If she was your friend on Facebook, she commented on every post you shared. If she had your phone number, she could talk forever. She always truly cared how you were feeling and what you were up to. Phone calls always ended with “stay safe, stay healthy, take care and I love you. Talk soon.”

The last two weeks have been a roller coaster of emotions and to you my dear sister,
We will miss you beyond words,
But your journey has begun so
To you we say “you are safe,
You are now healthy and I love you
See you soon”

A Celebration of Life will be held on Monday, October 28, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. at the Woodlands Community Hall, Woodlands, Manitoba.

Flowers gratefully declined but for those who wish to donate, please do so to the Winnipeg Humane Society.

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Patrice Burgess (Nee Reid, formerly Marion)

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6 January 1959 – 30 September 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Patrice Burgess on September 30th, 2024, at the age of 65.

Patrice is survived by her loving husband, Rob; her beloved mother, Diane Reid; along with daughters, Melanie (Logan) Zorn, Jaileah Reid (Dave McColl), Courtney (Branden) Shipman, and Krista Marion; Stepsons, Stephen Burgess (Darcy Brooker), and David (Melissa) Burgess; grandchildren, Bailey, Tristen, Dawson, Ryan, Sara, Teagan, Kingston, Xavier, Mason, Maeva, Harlow, Holden, and Hayden. Also left to mourn are her brothers, Daryl (Sheila) Reid, Don (Monique) Reid, and Jeff (Terezija) Reid. She also leaves behind her siblings-in-law, Bill (Linda) Burgess, Teresa (Bob) Horobec, Rosemary Burgess (Donald Coyston) and many nieces and nephews that we shared memories with through the years of celebrations and time at the lake. She leaves behind her furry companion, Molly, who remained by her side as much as time allowed.

Patrice was predeceased by the father of her children and her first love, Julien Marion, her father, Norman Reid, her Aunt Carol Jones (Auntie) who was like a second mother to her , as well as parents-in-law Bill and Lillian Burgess, and many loving pets.

Patrice was born on January 6th, 1959 as the youngest of four children, and only daughter. She was raised in Winnipeg by her parents, Diane and Norman Reid. She moved to many small towns in Northwestern Ontario before resettling back into Transcona. Ottermere Lake, the locale of the Reid Family cabin, forever held a special place in her heart. Patrice made countless memories and nurtured a love for the outdoors for her family while camping at Betula Lake for nearly a decade. She worked many years at CRA, where she made many friends who have reminded her children how funny and nice she was.
She took joy in crafting, baking, gardening and having a good laugh with her grandchildren. This laugh, genuine and innocent, will be missed by all who have ever had the pleasure of hearing it.

A celebration of life will be held in Patrice’s honour on Saturday, October 19th at 1:00 pm at Glen Eden Funeral Home.

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Rhonda Louise Vermette

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January 16, 1963 – October 5, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Rhonda Louise Vermette, age 61, of Winnipeg, Manitoba, on October 5th, 2024. Rhonda was a cherished mother, and a beloved grandmother who touched the lives of all who knew her.

Born and raised in Winnipeg, Rhonda was known for her kind spirit and unwavering support to her family and friends. She devoted her life to her four children: Greg, Lucas, Travis, and Rachel, who will forever carry her love and teachings in their hearts.  Her legacy will continue through her 11 adoring grandchildren, who were the light of her life. Rhonda’s nurturing spirit and boundless love created lasting connections that will flourish in their hearts.

She is now reunited in spirit with her cherished son, William, and while we grieve her absence, we find solace in the memories of her laughter, her loving embraces, and the unyielding strength she conveyed through kindness.

A truly kind soul, Rhonda had a remarkable ability to care for those around her. She was known for her forgiving nature, always willing to lend a kind word or a listening ear. Rhonda had a profound love for nature, finding solace and joy in the great outdoors. Whether it was sitting in the backyard or camping with her husband, Dale Swan, she treasured the beauty of the world around her.

Though Rhonda’s physical presence may no longer be with us, her spirit lives on in the countless memories shared among family and friends. Her compassion and strength will forever inspire those she touched.

A celebration of Rhonda’s life will take place at a later date, allowing family and friends to come together and honor the beautiful soul she was.

Rhonda Louise Vermette will be profoundly missed yet lovingly remembered. Her legacy of love, laughter, and kindness will resonate in the hearts of those she left behind, reminding us all of the beauty of relationships and the importance of family. Rest in peace, dear Mother.

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