Raymond “Peanut” Saltise

Peacefully on Sunday, August 11, 2024, Raymond “Peanut” Saltise passed away with his loving wife Janis by his side at the Portage District General Hospital at the age of 61 years.

He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 37 years Janis; godchild Jeffrey Ducharme; along with his brothers, sisters, numerous friends and relatives. Raymond was predeceased by his pride and joy, son Sheldon Ducharme; parents Bob and Molly Saltise; in-laws pat and Elaine Ducharme; along with his brothers, sisters and sister-in-law.

Douglas “Doug” John Halmarson

Douglas “Doug” John Halmarson

We are devastated to announce the passing of Doug Halmarson on August 9, 2024 at the age of 77.

What a man!

Amazing husband, father, brother and friend, EPIC grandfather, legendary teacher and coach, pillar of the community, lover of dogs and babies, the ultimate people person. Doug was everything to everyone.

James “Jim” Norman Boyachek

JAMES “JIM” NORMAN BOYACHEK

November 13, 1954 to August 3, 2024

In the early morning hours of August 3, 2024, Jim Boyachek (aged 69) passed away at his home with family in attendance.

Jim is survived by his wife Sandra (Hogaboam) and their daughter Charlene, grandsons Hudson and Hanley Boak and their father Sean Boak.  Also, brother Owen, sister Ellie (Russ Adams and son Billy), and brother Alex (son Travis Lewadniuk).

Richard MacDougall

Richard MacDougall
Oct 29, 1930 to July 26, 2024

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our Dad, Richard MacDougall. Surrounded by his children, Dad passed peacefully on July 26, 2024 at the age of 93.

Dad was predeceased by the love of his life Enid in 2001; his parents Donald and Helen; sisters Peggy (Al), Helen (Wally), Betty (Al); brother Johnnie and great grandson Kai Richard.

Dorothy Mavis Strong (nee Evenson)

Dorothy Mavis Strong (nee Evenson)

After a long battle with Alzheimer’s Disease, Dorothy Mavis Strong (nee Evenson) passed away peacefully on July 23, 2024 at the Lions’ Prairie Manor in Portage la Prairie at the age of 91 years, one month and 23 days.

She was born on June 17, 1933 at Morden MB and lived with her parents and brother on a farm just west of Haskett until their move to their family farm south of Lake Minnewasta in Morden.