McKenzies Portage Funeral Chapel

Marilyn Grace Roteliuk  (nee Waddell)

It is with great sadness we announce the peaceful passing of Marilyn Roteliuk, with family at her side, on Wednesday, November 23, 2022 at the Health Sciences Centre in Winnipeg, at the age of 82 years.

Ivy Franklin 

With great sadness we announce that Ivy Franklin passed away peacefully surrounded by her loved ones on Saturday, November 19, 2022 at the Portage District General Hospital at the age of 82 years. 

Arnold Martin Madsen

Peacefully on Wednesday, November 16, 2022, Arnold “Arnie” Madsen passed away at his residence at the age 70 years.

He was predeceased by his parents Oscar and Anna Madsen and infant sister Nina.  Left to mourn Arnie’s passing are his daughter Teri Hastings, grandchildren Haley and Mathew, siblings Bernie (Donna) Madsen, Karen Buss, Betty (Darren) Chapman, Pete (Betty) Madsen; along with numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.

Henry George Cook

On Friday, November 18, 2022, Henry Cook passed away at the Portage District General Hospital at the age of 80 years. 

Henry will be lovingly remembered by his precious wife Maria Young-Cook; children Richard Cadotte (Beverly), Sylvia Smith (Kelly Spence) and David Cook (Kaycee Whitehead); along with numerous extended family members and other relatives. 

Isabelle Margaret Wishart

Peacefully, on November 6th, 2022, Isabelle Wishart passed away with a beloved niece by her side. Born October 12, 1923, she had recently celebrated her 99th birthday with family.

Francis Deegan

Words cannot describe the love we have for him. Francis (Frank, Fran, Frankster) passed away peacefully in the early dawn of Wednesday, November 2, 2022 at the age of 85. “Thank you for your huge love, unwavering support, incredible memories, tons of laughter and wit for days!” We will treasure you always.

Keith Anthony Lipke

We regret to announce the passing of Keith Lipke on Saturday, October 22, 2022 in Portage la Prairie, Manitoba at the age of 51 years.

Edward ‘Eddie’ Lasson

After a brief stay at St. Boniface Hospital, Eddie passed away at the age of 81. 

A Celebration of Eddie’s Life was held on Monday, November 7th, 2022 with Rev. John Dolloff officiating.  Urn Bearer was Leigh Skaftfeld. Honorary Pallbearers were: Ken Bowman and Diane Labossiere, Choch (Craig) Hourie, Art Lilyholm, Del Walker, Deanne Griffiths, Roland Gauthier, Don Orton, Dave Neudorf, Willi Foth, Larry Nichol and Larry Harder.

Marianne Turner

With great sadness we announce the peaceful passing of Marianne Turner on Thursday, October 27, 2022 at the Gladstone Health Centre at the age of 72 years.

Marianne will be lovingly remembered by her children Jennifer (David) Turner of Portage la Prairie, MB and Philip Turner of Brandon, MB, as well as many friends and extended family members.

Bonnie Jane McRae

Sister, aunt, grand aunt, great grand aunt, cousin, godmother, appointed Nomi, friend and educator, Bonnie McRae died peacefully with family and friends by her side at the Portage District General Hospital on Friday, October 21, 2022 at the age of 70 years,