Funeral Announcements

Funeral For: Robert “Bob” Ritz 
Funeral Date: N/A 
Robert “Bob” Ritz, 72, of Sewell, MB passed away Thursday, December 19th at Heritage Life Personal Care Home, Niverville, MB. He is survived by 1 sister and her family. He was predeceased by his parents and 1 brother-in-law. 
A private graveside service will be held for Robert “Bob” Ritz at a later date. 
Arrangements by Morris Funeral Home. 

Funeral For:  Mary Friesen 
Funeral Date: December 23, 2024 
Mary Friesen, 102, of Winkler formerly of Rosenfeld, passed away Thursday, December 19th at Salem Home. She is survived by her nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her parents David and Maria Friesen and all of her siblings. 
The funeral service for Mary Friesen will be held Monday, December 23rd at 1pm at Wiebe Funeral Home, Winkler with private family burial at Rosenfeld Cemetery. 

Funeral For:  Eva Fehr 
Funeral Date: At a later date 
Eva Fehr, 89, of Selkirk formerly of Garson, passed away Wednesday, December 18th at Selkirk Regional Health Centre. She is survived by her husband Art, 1 daughter, 1 son, 6 grandchildren, and 1 sister. She was predeceased by 3 sisters and 6 brothers. 
Cremation has taken place. 
A celebration of life and ash interment for Eva Fehr will take place next summer. 
Donations may be made to Diabetes of Canada. 
Arrangements by Gilbart Funeral Home, Selkirk.  

Funeral For:  Janet Harder 
Funeral Date: December 23, 2024 
Janet Harder, 75, of Grunthal passed away Wednesday, December 18th at Menno Home. She is survived by her husband Abe, 2 children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, 1 sister, 1 brother, and their families. She was predeceased by several siblings and in-laws. 
The funeral service for Janet Harder will be held Monday, 2pm at Birchwood Funeral Chapel with burial at Heritage Cemetery, Steinbach. 
Viewing will be at the chapel prior to the service. 

WILLIAM PATRICK MEUSE 

December 30th, 1957 – December 16th, 2024 

William Patrick Meuse “Pat” aged 66 years of Moose Jaw, SK, passed away on Monday, December 16th, 2024.  Pat was born in Halifax, Nova Scotia to Francis William and Francis Veronica Meuse.  He was the second oldest of eight children. 

Romeo Melanson
1932 - 2024

DOBSON

Darlene Carol Dobson (née: Loster) aged 80 years of Moose Jaw, SK, was born on July 10th, 1944, and passed away on Tuesday, December 17th, 2024.  Darlene was born in Moosomin, SK but raised her family and spent most of her adult life residing in Moose Jaw.

STEEL

Brenda Ann Steel aged 72 years of Moose Jaw, SK, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 12th, 2024, after a very long battle with renal failure. 

Brenda woke up everyday with the desire to live with everything she had.  She was a fighter, the epitome of strength, with a side of sassy and a whole lot of feisty.  She really knew how to make you laugh no matter her struggles, her wit kept us on our toes.  Her kind, loving, giving heart made everyone fall in love with her instantly. 

The family of Mr. Jim Lewis of Swift Current, Saskatchewan, are deeply saddened to announce his passing. At this time, no formal services will be held. Jim is survived by his wife Jan; daughters: Melanie (Kelly), and Alicia; grandchildren: Ashley (Braden), Seth, Carter, Cole, and JJ; great-grandchildren: Easton, Rowan, and Colt. Jim married Jan Wiebe on January 14, 1972 in Altona, MB. He worked for many years in the hog industry in sales and consulting, where he met many of his closest friends.

Funeral For:  James Lohr 
Funeral Date: December 21, 2024 
James Lohr, 88, of Steinbach passed away Tuesday, December 17th at Rest Haven Care Home. He is survived by his wife Verna, 4 daughters, 1 son, and their families. He was predeceased by his first wife Mildred, 1 son, 1 grandson, 1 sister, and 1 brother. 
The funeral service for James Lohr will be held Saturday, December 21st at 2pm at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church with burial at the church cemetery. 
Viewing will be at the church prior to the service.