Suddenly and peacefully, surrounded by her family, Audrey (Audey) took her last breath, called home by her predeceased daughter, her baby girl, Angela Dawn, on Angela’s birthday.
Audrey was known for her love of food (and salt). She was always on board to enjoy a family dinner or share a recipe that she had collected in her head to anyone who asked.
Audrey is survived by her children Kerry (Jamie), Will (Kathy), Kristin (Les) and precious Adam (Ashley), and her nephew Paul, who was like a son. She is also survived by her brothers and sisters Lynda, Laurie, Scott, Frank and Stuart, along with many nieces and nephews.
Audrey also had many grandchildren who were the light of her life, Braden (Abii), Mason, Faith, Avery, Tristen, Cameron, Gracie, Dylan, Brooke, Sophia and Carter.
Audrey was predeceased by her partner Bob, her parents Jack and Mae and her sisters Kathy and Shirley and her sister-in-law, Debby.
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After a very brief illness, suddenly on September 13, at his residence in East Selkirk, Randal (Randy) Alexander Babisky passed away at the age of 65.
Randy was born in Selkirk February 1, 1959 and raised in Lockport. He first met Donna in the early 80’s while working at Red River Brick & Tile Plant, and a connection between them was made, but it didn’t last and they soon parted ways. Randy then left his job to return to school to obtain his welding license. In the early 90’s the strong connection Randy and Donna felt for each other had reunited them back together and they became soul mates and have been inseparable ever since.
Randy and Donna were married March 4, 1994 and moved to East Selkirk setting up their permanent residence. When an injury forced Donna to give up her job, Randy took it upon himself to build her a kitchen of her dreams so she could start up her own business and work from home and they had been enjoying the life they made for each other for over 30 years until his untimely passing.
Randy was an avid outdoorsman and thoroughly enjoyed fishing, especially ice fishing with Donna and his close fishing partners. In his earlier days, he also enjoyed hunting and snowmobiling as well as working around the yard and keeping it well maintained!
Randy recently retired in January from New Flyer Industries where he was employed as a welder for over 30 years making numerous friends and fishing buddies along the way. After he retired he never stopped working and puttering around the yard and even took over the weeding and gardening and spent a lot of time helping Donna in her kitchen.
Although he was on the quiet side, Randy had a great sense of humour without a mean streak in his body, which made it easy to make very close friends, those being Steve, Ray, Roger, Jim, Art & Mike who he most recently lost which hurt him deeply, and all the friends he made on his life’s journey, too many to mention but you know who you are.
Randy was predeceased by his grandparents Winifred & Fred, parents Mabel & Gerald, Brother Brent, Uncle Jack, and Aunts Marjorie, Betty & Laura.
Randy leaves to mourn his soul mate of over 30 years Donna-Marie and his fur baby Shasta who is missing her walking/play buddy, both are devastated. Also missing him dearly, is his Brother Larry, Aunts Lynne, Kelly, Myrna & numerous cousins. Randy also leaves his extended family Brian and Cathy Krut & family, and Brent Krut & family.
Have a pleasant journey “sweet cheeks” till I meet you on the other side and save a “Tim’s” for Steve and I! Luv ya D
Cremation has taken place as per Randy’s request and no formal service will be held.
He Is Not Gone
Ease your grief, he is not gone, For in your heart, he lingers on. His smile, his laugh, his special way, Will comfort you, from day to day.
You’ll feel his presence in the breeze, That dances gently, through the trees. And it’s his face that you shall see, When you’re in need of company.
At any time, you can recall, The love you shared…you saved it all. And in time, more than anything, You’ll find peace in remembering.
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It is with profound sadness and heartache that we announce the peaceful passing of Peter after a brief but courageous battle with cancer at the age of 60 years.
Peter was born in Winnipeg and lived his whole life in the Garden City area.
Growing up, Peter enjoyed playing hockey. He referred to himself as the “target” aka the goalie. Peter also enjoyed many other sports including skiing, biking, running and weightlifting.
Upon graduation from high school, Peter decided to join the carnival and spent several years on the road traveling throughout Canada and the US. With his best friend Rich, they would hit the road every spring and embark on a wild and wonderful adventure any young man would love. Oh, the stories they told! He still got “itchy feet” every spring.
After leaving the carnival, Peter worked in the automotive industry and a driver/shipper/receiver starting at Parkside Ford, then moving to Beaver Truck Centre, EKS Courier and finally Bulldog Trucks.
He made many good friends over the years. Please know that he cherished each and every one of you. He enjoyed being on the road, golfing, wing nights, the many BBQ’s and get-togethers, conversations, sharing his jokes and his thoughts on life and the world. He had a few!
Peter had many battles with alcohol in his life, but he won the war. He got sober in 1997 and bought himself his red Ford Escort ZX2 as a reward. He loved that car and all that it represented.
Peter met his one true love and soulmate, Cheryl, and they started dating in 1999. They married in 2003 and were each others ride or die until his passing. They were married for 21 years minus 2 days.
Peter became the “dad he didn’t have to be” to Allan and was so proud to call him son. Together they enjoyed sharing jokes, fishing, camping, gaming and going to concerts.
Peter had many things he loved in life. He had a passion for world history, music, rollercoasters, gaming and sports of any kind. Peter was a Die Hard Kansas City Chiefs fan since the 80’s. He visited Arrowhead stadium several times over the years. He even met Clark Hunt! He suffered through “the lean years” as he called it, but was ecstatic to watch them win 3 Superbowl championships in 5 years; and was hoping for the “ThreePete”. GO CHIEFS!
Peter leaves to mourn his passing, his loving wife Cheryl, son Allan, brother Bill, sisters Zena (Bert), Barbara (Rick), sister-in-law Nancy, “Mama”-in-law Carol, sisters-in-law Heather (Blair), Charlene (Ward), Tammy (Chris), Laureen, his best friend Rich (Brenda), nieces Hannah, Dayna, Rianne and Chantel, Nephews Kaleb, Derek, Jason, Joey and John, many more friends and family, and his best buddy Mr. Boots.
Peter was predeceased by his father Bazyl, mother Pelagia, father-in-law Allan, brother Tony, nephews Billy and Christopher and godfather Mike.
Peter has requested cremation with no funeral. However; there will be a private celebration of his life with close family and friends.
We would like to express our heartfelt gratitude and appreciation to Dr. VanDyk, Dr. Wilson, Dr. Dalling, and the Urgent Care /5U1-3 staff at Seven Oaks Hospital, especially Dave L., Abby, Lana, Donna L., Andrew, Jaymee, Jessieca, Leanne, Gemma, Ademar, Ryan and Rene. We could not have asked for better care for Peter.
In lieu flowers, donations can be made in his name to the Winnipeg Humane Society, Siloam Mission, the SOGH foundation, or any other charity of your choosing.
“Lord, I was born a ramblin’ man Trying to make a living and doing the best I can When it comes to leavin’ I hope you understand I was born a ramblin’ man”
Dickey Betts, the Allman Brothers.
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We, the family, mournfully announce the sudden passing of Amber Dawn Jacqueline Bird, 43, of Selkirk, MB. Amber passed away on June 29, 2024 in Ormond Beach, Florida with her sister Tanis, mother-in-law Debra, Eric and her two children Jayden 14 and Destin 16 by her bedside.
Amber, born to parents Jack and Naomi Bird, took her first breath on December 6, 1981. Amber was a force to be reckoned with from the get-go, graduating from the Selkirk Comprehensive and then going on to Red River College.
Amber moved out to Florida where she started her family. She was especially close to her mother-in-law Debra and her son. Amber was working at the Peach Café at the time of her passing. She had many close co-workers and customers that will always remember Ambers smile and big heart.
Amber was predeceased by her mother Naomi Bird, Grandparents Helen Stranger/Earle Hendrickson, Annie and Charles Bird, Uncle Todd Stranger and nephew Dylan Kirton.
Left to mourn are Ambers sons, Jayden and Destin Greer and their father Eric, mother-in-law Debra Greer, her loving partner Vince Ellsworth, Father Jack Bird, Sister Tanis (Wayne) Kirton, Brother Duane (Tina) Bird, special Aunts and Uncles Camille (Tom) Martyniw, Lyla Bird, Merle Bird, Nieces and Nephews Jory and Tristan Kirton, Aimee Bruening, Jordan Lewis, Mallory Martyniw, Chanel, Grayson and Trinity.
Interment for family and friends will take place on Saturday, October 12, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. in Old St. Peter Dynevor Cemetery, East Selkirk. Lunch to follow at the Selkirk Friendship Centre, 425 Eveline Street, Selkirk, MB., on October 12, 2024 at 2:00 p.m.
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With family by his side, Reg passed away on Sunday, August 25th, 2024 at the St. Boniface Hospital in Winnipeg. Born in his aunt’s house on November 8, 1942 in Oxford, Nova Scotia. Reg was the son of the late Cerdic and Catherine (Stubbert) Wallace. His kindness, sense of humor and unwavering support for those he loved shone thru each and every day. Reg loved to read his dad’s Bible and had unwavering faith.
Reg was a licensed journeyman mechanic by trade and tried a few different business ventures like a gas station in Malagash, Nova Scotia and a western wear store in Oxford, Nova Scotia. His true calling, however, was in sales which began in the late 1970’s with his move to Brandon, Manitoba to work for Wilton Ford. Once there he found his passion for the heavy truck industry. Reg’s knowledge in trucks then took him to many parts of northern Ontario and Manitoba. His hard work and honesty with his customers won him many awards until his retirement. His buying and selling of cars, boats or campers to trading a VW Bug for a retired racehorse led to many adventures.
Outside of work, Reg had a passion for travel. He told tales of going “across the pond” to buy “iron” and getting on the wrong plane at the Heathrow Airport. In later years with his wife Lorraine and their beloved dog, Cookie, they went on many trips including cruises which took them to Brazil and Argentina. He loved the history of the ship graveyard found in Guanabara Bay by Rio de Janeiro and the tour of Devil’s Island where he walked in the footsteps of the French penial colony prisoners. Reg also loved the adventures of going south each winter to Yuma, Arizona where he made friends easily and told them all to come for a visit. The large motorhome he purchased in later years was his pride and joy. It was his home on wheels and his motto of “go big or go home” was proof of this wonderful man’s life and the way he led it.
Reg’s love of the old time country and gospel music kept him singing at every senior home Lorraine played and sang in. The senior citizens loved his antics and he even tried dancing with one or two of them. He effortlessly gave time to teach his grandchildren card games or challenged his sister-in-law, June and her husband Harvey, to a game of crokinole.
Reg is survived by his beloved wife Lorraine of almost 25 years. He will be remembered by Lorraine’s children Dana (Colin), their children Jenna (Regan), Ashley and Tyson, Colin (Amy), their children Taylor (Chris), Luke and Jesse. Reg’s daughter Charla (Stu), their children Britta (Brent), Nikki (Bryce) and their daughter Lorenna, Brayden (Karina).
All of Reg’s children, step children, grand children and great grandchild will forever cherish the knowledge and guidance he offered. Reg will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him along with our wonderful neighbors and friends.
He will be sadly missed by brother Richard (Linda) and sister, Dorothy (Mel) from Nova Scotia and many nephews and nieces. According to Richard, Reggie in his younger years spent hours fishing on the Wallace River catching sea trout. He also enjoyed hunting large game with his brothers.
Reg’s chosen extended families include Trevor (Rhonda) and Troy (Jevne) along with their children.
Reg was predeceased by his parents Cerdic and Catherine (Stubbert), brother Douglas and his wife Anne.
Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held on September 7, 2024 at 2:00pm in the Whiteshell Church in Seven Sisters Falls, Manitoba with Pastor Craig Glen officiating.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Whiteshell Church, 74158 Provincial Road 408, Box 100 in Seven Sisters Falls, Manitoba, R0E 1Y0.
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