Tag: Obituary

Manuel Sousa

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September 25, 1951 – February 15, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Manuel Sousa on February 15, 2026, at the age of 74. Manuel was a kind, gentle, and genuine man whose warmth and easy smile left a lasting impression on everyone who knew him. He will be remembered for his generous spirit, his quiet strength, and the love he gave so freely to his family and friends.

Manuel leaves behind his devoted wife, Nancy; his beloved daughter, Christina (Rob); foster daughter Leanne Kasian and his cherished grandchildren, Malory, Madysen, and Marcel, who brought immense joy and pride to his life. He is also survived by his loving sisters, Maria, Ilda, and Connie, and his brother, Danny.

He was predeceased by his dear son, Marcel, and by his parents, Maria and Manuel, who he held close in his heart throughout his life.

Family was everything to Manuel. He found his greatest happiness in time spent together — sharing stories, laughter, and simple moments that became treasured memories. His legacy of love, kindness, and dedication to those he cared about will continue to live on in all who were fortunate enough to know him.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, March 5th at 12:00 p.m. at Earl Grey Community Centre, 360 Cockburn Street. All who knew and loved Manuel are welcome to attend and honor his memory.

He will be deeply missed and forever remembered.

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Lauriana Lucienne Audette (nee Preteau)

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July 19, 1940 – February 9, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that the family announces the peaceful passing of Lauriana (nee Preteau) Audette on Monday February 9th, 2026.

She will lovingly be remembered by her children Monique (Louis Laramee), Michel (Mona Cook), Alice (Marc Labossiere) and Rachel (Kirk Hooper), as well as her 9 grandchildren Corinne Keith (Buchanan), Leo Christine (Maynard), Rose Derrick (Schindel), Lianne Jessie (Hutchinson), Melanie Dustin (Carter, Graham), Janelle Mike (Frank), Brianne Andy (Lipischak), Maxine Liam (Chatel), Dane Amy (Clayton), additionally 11 great grandchildren Caleb, Alyssa, Lucas, Ella-Rose, Liam, Richard, Noah, Brielle, Landon, Kali, Archer and extended family.

The family would like to thank the staff at Gimli Hospital for their care and compassion.

In keeping with mom’s wishes, cremation has taken place and the funeral service will be held at 11:30 a.m., Thursday March 5th 2026, at the Corpus Christi Roman Catholic Church, 5819 Henderson Hwy, Narol, Mb.

We will cherish the wonderful memories we shared with her. Repose en paix maman, tu l’as bien merite. Tu vas nous manquer.

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Cecilia Helena Hass

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January 18, 1932 – January 10, 2026

Cecilia Hass passed away January 10 2026. She was loved and will be greatly missed by her son Fred (Judi) and daughters Carol (Pete), Terry (Orville), daughter-in-law Joanne and grandchildren Nick (Nina), Ian (Melanie), Lexie and Neil (Reanna) and great-grandchildren Everett and Adeline. She leaves behind family in Kingston, Ontario and Nova Scotia. She was predeceased by her husband Alexander and son Brian.

Widowed at a young age, our mom worked full time as a Registered Nurse on the I.V. team at

HSC while raising four children on her own. She put us before herself every single time. She never ever complained, just soldiered on every day. While she did not have much family in Winnipeg, the Vielhaber family became our cousins and the neighbours became family helping one another.

She volunteered to be the President of the Red River Community Centre in its very early days and delivered Meals on Wheels with Judi. Mom was an active member of the Seven Oaks Wellness Institute attending six days a week until age 89.

She enjoyed her time spent at her trailer at Camp Neustadt playing cards and golfing with her friends. She spent her winter holidays in Florida golfing and enjoying life with her sister Terry and husband Peter.

She really enjoyed her 3.5 years living at River Ridge Retirement Residence where she received great care from the staff and WRHA Home Care. She especially enjoyed the balcony view of the parking lot, watching all the action. She spent her last ten months at Actionmarguerite (St-Joseph) Personal Care Home. We wish to thank the entire staff for the exceptional care she received.

A private family funeral has been held in her honour.

Mom was an amazing woman and we were blessed to have her in our lives.

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Daniel Vincent Robak

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June 23, 1972 – January 28, 2026

With heavy hearts, the family announces the passing of Daniel Vincent Robak, who passed away suddenly due to complications from an infection related to the flu.

Danny was born on June 23, 1972, in Winnipeg Manitoba, to Martin Robak and Jacci Kakaygeesick.

He was predeceased by his brother, Martin Paul Robak Jr., and his son, Dylan Kirton.

Danny will be lovingly remembered by his partner, Norma Sawatsky; his sons, Tristan Kirton and Jory Kirton; Tanis Kirton, mother of Danny’s sons, his father, Martin Robak, of Riverton, Manitoba; his mother, Jacci Kakaygeesick, of Winnipeg, Manitoba; his sister, Kimberly Robak Radke; step-sister Pheonixx, his nieces and nephews, Macayla, Shellie Marie, Keira, Kingston, Maddison, Ajza, and Keoni; Jennifer Marion as well as numerous extended family members and friends.

Danny will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all who knew him. Danny had the rare gift of being able to make a friend in seconds. His smile, warmth, and natural charisma drew people in wherever he went. He had an easy way with people and left lasting impressions on everyone he met. Danny was incredibly talented—he could dance, sing, and entertain with ease, and his family often teased that he should have been an actor. When he was younger, he was also lovingly teased for his resemblance to Billy Ray Cyrus.

Danny worked for many years at DGI Farm, where he was especially fond of the animals he cared for. He formed bonds with many of them, even giving names to the animals he worked with. He was also a baseball player, loved fishing, spending time outdoors doing what he enjoyed most and loved music, drawing and digital art.

Danny will be remembered for his laughter, his big heart, and his ability to make people feel welcome and valued. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

A viewing will be held at 1:00 p.m., followed by a funeral service at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, February 13, 2026, at Selkirk United Church, 202 McLean Avenue, Selkirk, Manitoba. A lunch will follow the service.

Family and friends are invited to share memories, stories, or a favorite “Danny” moment during the service as we gather to celebrate his life.

Cremation has taken place and a private interment will be held at a later date.

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Joyce Chambers

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September 27, 1938 – January 16, 2026

Joyce Chambers lived life loving, having fun with a bright smile on her face always enjoying her family, friends and all of those she had the pleasure of knowing. Surprisingly on the morning of January 16, 2026, at the age of 87 Joyce passed away peacefully with Wayne by her side in her home, a place she truly loved to be.

Raised in Macgregor, Manitoba, coming from a large family and her close friends she enjoyed life growing up in the country, she was very lucky with remaining family and friends being very close.

Thank you for your love and caring.

A more detailed Obituary will follow shortly.

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