Willie (Bill) Bergen 1937 -2025

Willie (Bill) Bergen 1937 -2025
Willie (Bill) Bergen 1937 -2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, Willie (Bill), on December 25, 2025 at Bethesda Regional Health Centre in Steinbach at the age of 88.

He was predeceased by his parents Peter H. And Susana Bergen; brother Abe; sisters Tina Spencer, and her husbands Art Spencer and Albert Brandt; Trudie and Bill Ringer; Margaret and George Friesen; Sara and John Friesen; and Mary Harms.

He will be deeply missed by his wife of 65 years, Tina, and five children; Continue reading “Willie (Bill) Bergen 1937 -2025”

Christmas at Chortitz 2025

Christmas in Chortitz 2025
Christmas in Chortitz 2025

The 10th Annual Christmas at Chortitz on Saturday, December 13th, at 3:00 PM in Randolph, MB (1 mile north on PR 206 from Hwy 52, then half a mile west).
Enjoy German and English Christmas carols, and a special performance by Friedensfürst! The speaker this year is Conrad Stoesz “Mennonites & the Prince of Peace”.

Free admission for all (max occupancy: 180).

Location: Chortitz Heritage Church, Randolph, Manitoba

Donald Ross Kehler (1938-2025)

Donald Ross Kehler, 86 of Granville passed away on June 18, 2025 at his residence. He was born on July 22, 1938 in Steinbach, Manitoba Canada to the late Neil and Freida (Goertz) Kehler.

Don was of the Mennonite faith. He loved spending time outdoors hunting and fishing, and he cherished the hours he spent tinkering in ‘Grandpa’s Workshop’. Continue reading “Donald Ross Kehler (1938-2025)”

Deborah Helene Schwark (1952-2025)

Deborah Helene Schwark (1952-2025)
Deborah Helene Schwark (1952-2025)

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Deborah Helene Schwark (nee Dueck) on Sunday, March 2, 2025, at the Ste Anne Hospital.

Debbie is survived by her daughter Jenessa (Rick) and grandsons Issiah, Jellal and Darnell. She is also survived by her sisters Theresa Dyck (Bill), Lucille Rempel (Bob), brother Conrad Dueck (Kristine) and nieces and nephews. Continue reading “Deborah Helene Schwark (1952-2025)”

Neil Martens Fehr (1955-2025)

Neil Martens Fehr (1955-2025)
Neil Martens Fehr (1955-2025)

Neil Fehr unexpectedly passed away on Saturday, February 22, 2025, at Bethesda Regional Health Centre, Steinbach, MB., at the age of 69.

Neil is survived by his wife Mary Ann; son Brent & wife Erin, their children Sophie, Natalie & Jaxon; son Jason & wife Gerrilyn, their children Jamason & spouse Tessa and their daughter Carys, Hunter and his daughter Paisley, Talon, Vander; son Tim & wife Kara and their children Kailyn and Hannah. Also left to mourn are Neil and Mary Ann’s siblings and their families. Continue reading “Neil Martens Fehr (1955-2025)”

Darrin Cortney Kehler (1961-2025)

Darrin Cortney Kehler (1961-2025)
Darrin Cortney Kehler (1961-2025)

Darrin Cortney Kehler, age 63, of Monroe, Washington passed away on Saturday, February 22, 2025.

Darrin was born November 27, 1961 in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada to Donald and D’Anne Kehler.

Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres. Love never fails.

Guy Wendell Hogue (1934-2025)

Guy Wendell Hogue (1934-2025)

Guy W. Hogue, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2025 in Huntsville, Texas. He was a man of faith, a chemist, businessman, author, and artist – a Renaissance man. Born in 1934 on a farm near Lone Wolf, OK. His father was a black smith.

He is survived by his children, Terry, Al, Sandra and their families. Guy is also survived by his brother-in-law Sydney (Helen) Reimer. Continue reading “Guy Wendell Hogue (1934-2025)”

Stanley Kehler (1938-2024)

Stanley Kehler (1938-2024)
Stanley Kehler (1938-2024)

With both joy and sorrow, our family celebrates Dad’s answered prayer of being called home for Christmas. Stanley Kehler passed away peacefully in his sleep on the morning of December 25, 2024, at the age of 86.

Stan is survived by his second wife, Martha. He leaves behind four children: daughter Laura Plett and her children Jeremy, Kara & Sidney Wiebe; daughter Valerie & Mark Reimer, with their children Jonah, Jerica & Joseph Nickel; son Brad & Pam, with their children Graeme and Peyton; son Chadwin & Nevada, with daughters Jade and Rynn. He also leaves one great-grandson, Jude Wiebe. Continue reading “Stanley Kehler (1938-2024)”

Christmas in Chortitz 2024

The 9th Annual Christmas at Chortitz on Saturday, December 14th, at 3:00 PM. Experience the warmth of German Christmas carols, including congregational singing, and enjoy the beautiful music of a Paraguayan Harp Ensemble. Special guest speaker, Ernest Braun. Free admission for all (max occupancy: 180).

Location: Chortitz Heritage Church, Randolph, Manitoba

We can’t wait to celebrate the season with you!

Barry Wayne Triffo (1943-2024)

Barry Wayne Triffo (1943-2024)
Barry Wayne Triffo (1943-2024)

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of our dear husband, father and grandad, Barry Triffo of Regina, SK at the age of 80 years. Barry fought a courageous and short battle with cancer and passed away with his family by his side on Saturday, November 2, 2024. On this day, the Triffo family was reunited as Barry joined his parents, Mary and Ludwig Triffo, and all of his eight siblings in heaven. Continue reading “Barry Wayne Triffo (1943-2024)”