All Obituaries

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our wife, mother, auntie, sister, cousin, kookum, chapan and friend A. Darlene Cook (nee Campeau) on Wednesday February 18, 2026 Darlene was born to John and Betsy Campeau in Birch River, MB on May 15,1962. She was 63 years old Darlene and Gilbert were happily married on May 3,2003 she enjoyed spending time with her husband especially during sweetgrass season. she loved the company of visiting around with her friends and family. In ...

Shirley Jeffrey of Swan Valley passed away at the Health Sciences Centre on February 20th, 2026 at the age of 76. Shirley was born on October 4th, 1949, to Adam and Clara Klekta. She was raised in the Swan River Valley, the community she would always call home. In 1963, she welcomed her sister, Beverly. On August 12th, 1972, Shirley married Gary Jeffrey. Together they built a life rooted in hard work and family. For many years, Shirley traveled alongside Gary throughout Western Canada and ...

A wake will be held on Friday, February 27th, 2026 at the home of Norbert Brass, SCN, MB beginning at 2:00PM. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, February 28th, 2026 at the home of Norbert Brass (2008-1 Roy Hamilton Ave, SCN, MB) beginning at 2:00PM. Russell will be laid to rest in the St. Andrew’s Anglican Cemetery, Sapotaweyak Cree Nation, MB.  

With heavy hearts, we mourn the passing of our beloved wife, mom, nana, sister and friend. On February 6, 2026, Birdie passed away with her loving family by her side. Birdie was born on June 14. 1951, in Ituna Saskatchewan, to Victor and Frances Pisiak, the oldest of five girls. From a young age she carried the strength, leadership, and nurturing spirit that would define her life. Throughout the years Birdie wore many hats. In 1997 she moved to the Valley and began working alongside Garry ...

With heavy hearts, we mourn the passing of our beloved wife, mother, coco sister, godmother, auntie, cousin, friend, Catherine. On the morning of January 26, 2026, with loved ones by her side, she slipped peacefully away. She leaves to mourn, her loving husband of 63 years, Victor. Her seven children, Kenny, Les (Audrey), Vince, Vivian, Debbie, Bev (Darryl), Marilyn (Eddie). 27 grandchildren, 51 great grand children, 3 great great grandchildren. Foster children, Raven, Jason, Braeden, Mike ...

After a short illness, Phil passed away peacefully aged 57 on February 4, 2026 at the Queensway Carleton Hospital in Ottawa. Born Philip George Genaille to Charlotte Genaille on December 29, 1968 in Birch River, Manitoba, and baptized Permie Philip Genaille, Phillip was later adopted by the Humphrey family in Winnipeg. The family then moved throughout Canada and then to the United States. Phil spent most of his teenaged years with the Larsen family in Fort Wayne, Indiana where he graduated ...

With deep love and gratitude for a life well lived, the family of Lois Madeline Mckay (nee Lambert) announce her passing on January 26, 2026 Lois was born Feb. 4, 1926 to James and Adelaide (Maud) Lambert, the youngest of six children. Her parents were part of the original group of Swan River Valley settlers who came to Tent Town in 1898. Lois was the last living child of these early pioneers. Lois attended school in the Swan River Valley and distinguished herself early on, receiving the ...

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our Dad, Choom, Brother, Uncle, Nephew and a good Friend. Andrew “Jam” Kematch passed away at the age of 78 yrs old, peacefully at home with family and friends on Jan 03, 2026. Andrew was born to Lorna & Allan Kematch in Shoal River MB, “Sapotaweyak”. He lived all his life in “Sap”, got married to the late Florestine Moore, they had five children together. He did various jobs to provide for his ...

It’s with great sadness we announce the passing of our Daughter, Mother, Sister, Niece, Auntie, and Friend. Lauren Lydia Genaille passed away at the age of 25 years old. She passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of December 27, 2025, with family by her side at Brandon Hospital. Lauren was born on August 4, 2000, to Selena and Leon Sr. in Brandon, MB. She lived all her life in Sapotaweyak. She attended the NKDMS from nursery to grade 10. Lauren really enjoyed visiting with ...