Funeral Announcements

Peacefully on August 18, 2025, Wilmer Fingas passed away at the Portage and District Hospital at the age of 92 years.

Wilmer was predeceased by his wife, Victoria. He is survived by his son Cameron and wife Diane, son Kim and wife Kimberley, daughter Michelle and husband Dwight; his grandchildren Jarett (Jacqueline), Dana (Jordy), Tracey (Blaine), Kelley (Brook), and Taylor (Joelle); as well as his great grandchildren Lane, Quinn, Ellie, Florence and Attley.

ERNEST HENRY BUECKERT
1934-2025

Ernest Henry Bueckert was born on December 12th, 1934 at Parkerview, SK.  He was the fifth child of ten, born to David and Susanna Bueckert.  His family moved to Tugaske, SK and later to Eyebrow, SK where he lived until moving to Bethany Place in 2005/06.  Ernie attended schools in Winfield, Darmoody and Eyebrow, SK where he graduated, and later attended Rosthern Junior College (RJC) Bible School and Swift Current Bible Institute (SCBI).

Stanley Steve Ganczar, late of Weyburn, SK passed away on August 15, 2025 at the age of 79 years.

He was predeceased by his parents, Joseph and Bessie Ganczar; brothers, Peter Ganczar, Mike Ganczar; in-laws, Paul and Pearl Kotz; brother-in-law, Steve Romanow.

WYETH, Garland Allan

October 7, 1957 – August 12, 2025

It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of Garland Allan Wyeth, age 67, on August 12, 2025 after a brief illness.

Darlene Shatkowski Obituary

1960 ~ 2025 (age 65)

With great sadness, the family of Darlene Lynn Shatkowski announce her passing on Sunday, August 17, 2025 at the age of 65 years.

Beloved mother of Dixie Wentworth and her children, Alexandria & Wyatt; Hoyt (Janice) Colven; and Vincent (Alyssa) Colven and their children Hadley & Maxton; sister of Donna, Debbie & Darren as well as niece, aunt, cousin, & Friend.

Ruth Charlotte Bailey, late of Weyburn, SK passed away on August 19, 2025 at the age of 96 years.

She was predeceased by her husband of 55 years, Ray Bailey; her parents, Hjelmer and Margetta Peterson, sisters, Lillace Whitfield, Bernice Whitfield; brothers, Roger Peterson, Robert Peterson; and her daughter-in-law, Jean Bailey.

It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Carol Ann Huffman, a beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother on Friday August 15, 2025.

Carol was born in Moose Jaw on February 22, 1948, the seventh of eight children to parents Gladys and James. She was the mother of five children with her previous spouse. Carol was predeceased by her spouse Jerry Norris SR, with whom she had one more child. She is survived by four children, her grandchildren and her great-grandchildren.

It is with a heavy heart that we share the news of Mary Cook (nee Bergen), aged 74, who passed away peacefully at home on July 30th, with family by her side. Mary was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunty, cousin, and dear friend to many. Born in Dryden, ON, Mary lived a life filled with love and selfless dedication to her family.

Funeral For:  Eva Funk 
Funeral Date: August 26, 2025 
Eva Funk, 96, of Steinbach passed away Monday, August 18th at Rest Haven Care Home. She is survived by 3 daughters, 1 sister, 2 sons, and their families. She was predeceased by her husband Ben, daughter Becky, and son Ken.  
A memorial service for Eva Funk will be held Tuesday, August 26th at 11am at Birchwood Funeral Chapel. 
Arrangements by Birchwood Funeral Chapel, Steinbach.

Funeral For:  Irma Dueck 
Funeral Date: August 24, 2025 
Irma Dueck, 96, of Kleefeld passed away Sunday, August 17th at her residence. She is survived by 2 daughters, 2 sons, 1 sister, 1 brother and their families. She was predeceased by her husband Hermann, 1 son, 1 sister and 2 brothers. 
The funeral service for Irma Dueck will be held Sunday, August 24th at 2pm at Birchwood Funeral Chapel with burial at Grunthal Cemetery. 
Donations may be made to Heart and Stroke Foundation. 
Arrangements by Birchwood Funeral Chapel, Steinbach.