James “Jim” Wallace Pehura

James “Jim” Wallace Pehura

With deep love and profound sadness, we announce the passing of James “Jim” Pehura on June 22, 2025. He died peacefully, surrounded by family, after a brief but courageous battle with cancer. A father, grandfather, uncle, teacher and retired principal, he leaves behind an unmeasurable impact on the lives of his family, students, co-workers and friends in Portage la Prairie.

Matthijs “Martin” Jan Schimmel

Matthijs “Martin” Jan Schimmel
 

Peacefully, on June 13, 2025, Matthijs ‘Martin’ Jan Schimmel passed from this earth to join his son Arie and grandsons Ethan and Daniel.

Our Family was blessed to be able to spend Martin’s last days by his side, listening to his favourite music while reminiscing and laughing about times gone by. We’re pretty sure Martin was listening to the shenanigans-smiling as always!

William George Klassen

William George Klassen

We regret to announce the passing of William “Willie” Klassen on May 23, 2025 at his home in Portage la Prairie, MB at the age of 67 years.

Willie will be lovingly remembered by his children Scott (Jenny) Klassen and Jazmine Klassen (Jeremy Whitford), grandchildren Jamie and Makenna Klassen, sister Judy Weiler, brother John Klassen, along with numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his father Peter Klassen, mother Tini “Katie” Klassen, brothers Jim Klassen and Ben Klassen.

Anne Curtis (nee Andruski)

Anne Curtis (nee Andruski)

February 7, 1934 -November 8, 2024

Peacefully on November 8, 2024, Anne Curtis earned her wings and went to be with the Lord, at the age of 90 years.

Mom was born in North Ridge and grew up there, moving to Portage at a young age. She spent her younger life living and working in Winnipeg. She raised her family in Oakville and Portage.