Memories Chapel and Pre-Planning Centre

05/08/2026

Elizabeth Kelly

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Elizabeth Kelly

Elizabeth Kelly (nee Ginter), age 91 years, passed away in her home on Monday, April 27, 2026.

Elizabeth will be lovingly remembered by her daughters, Paulette (Dick Vreeman), Anna (Hugh McGuigan), Joan (Clark Marcino), Nancy (Terry Browett); son-in-law Darryl Embury (Sherry Kippen); grandchildren Morgan (Jeff) and Adam (Lori) Embury, Connor (Karis), Madison and Sirena (Rhayen) Browett and great grandchildren, Garnett and Mirella Embury-Kiss. Elizabeth was predeceased by her daughter Shannon in 2019 and her husband of 67 years, Lawrence, in 2023.

The Celebration of Elizabeth’s Life will be held at Memories Chapel, 330-18th Street North, Brandon on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. with a reception to follow.

A private interment will take place at Alexander Cemetery.

Donations in Elizabeth’s memory may be made to BRHC Auxiliary Inc., c/o Unit D, 601-9th Street Brandon, MB, R7A 4B3 or to MCC Manitoba, 100-140 Bannatyne Avenue, Winnipeg, MB, R3B 3C5.

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05/07/2026

Mother's Day Rose Tribute

Memories Chapel Staff will be providing complimentary roses to those coming to Honour & Cherish the Memories of the special women they have lost.

Sunday, May 10, 2026

Between 10:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Brandon Cemetery Main Entrance

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05/07/2026

Adam Omelchuk

Adam Omelchuk, age 91 years, beloved husband of Dorothy, passed away at the Brandon Regional Health Centre on Tuesday, May 5, 2026.

The Funeral Service to Honour Adam’s Life will be held at Memories Chapel, 330-18th Street North, Brandon on Monday, May 11, 2026 at 11:00 a.m., CDT. with a reception to follow. Viewing will take place 1 hour prior to the service. Adam will be laid to rest at the Brandon Cemetery.

Donations in memory of Adam may be made to the Holy Ghost Ukrainian Orthodox Church, 1133 Stickney Avenue, Brandon, MB R7A 0E4 or to a charity of choice.

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05/07/2026

A gentle reminder for our community this Mother’s Day weekend. 🌹

Join us this Sunday for our 15th Annual Mother’s Day Rose Tribute as we honour and cherish the memories of the women who shaped our lives.

📍 Brandon Cemetery – Main Entrance
🕥 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM
📅 Sunday, May 10, 2026
🌹 Complimentary roses provided

Take a moment. Remember her. Celebrate her.

05/07/2026

Gordon David Freeman

Gordon “Gord” David Freeman passed away peacefully at Valleyview Care Centre, Brandon on Friday, May 1, 2026.

Gord was born and raised in Ochre River, Manitoba. He attended elementary school in Ochre and on to Dauphin where he attended Highschool at the DCTI.

Gord graduated in 1969 and started working at the Bank of Montreal. Throughout the years, he worked for Hudson Bay Co., Pioneer Grain, Minnedosa Esso and finished his working life as a School Bus Driver in Minnedosa, which he found very enjoyable.

He was not athletic but did enjoy baseball, curling and 5 pin bowling.

Gord is survived by his brother Bob Freeman, sister Sheila Reid, and his 3 daughters Alicia, Pam, and Jackie.

Gord was predeceased by his brother George Freeman and his parents Lloyd and Mary Freeman.

Donations in memory of Gord may be made to Diabetes Canada, 1000-170 University Avenue, Toronto, ON, M5H 3B3.

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05/06/2026

William "Bill" McGuire

William “Bill” McGuire

Bill was born on June 24th, 1948, in Winnipeg, MB and passed away April 25th, 2026 in Brandon, MB.

He was predeceased by his loving wife, Diane McGuire, mother, Catherine Westland and father Ronald McGuire. He will be forever missed by daughters Tammy (Todd) Maunder and Maureen (Warren) McDuffe, along with his five cherished grandchildren: Brynn, Kiera, and Finn Maunder, Brady and Cole McDuffe. Bill leaves behind his brother Bart (Sheri) McGuire, sister Maureen (Richard) Harrison and brother-in-law Brian (Lucy) Fowler.

Bill and Diane met in Winnipeg and were married in 1971. In 1972, they moved to Brandon just after welcoming their first daughter Tammy. Their second daughter Maureen was born in 1975. Bill built a 35-year career with his last position in I.T. with the federal government. He was known for his dedication, steady presence, and the pride he took in his work.

Bill’s lifelong passion was trains. An avid model railroader, he found immense joy in building intricate layouts, collecting brass engines, and spending countless hours chasing trains across the prairies. His workshop and layout were places of creativity, patience and pure happiness sharing it with family and friends. Through the Brandon Hills Model Railroad Club, he formed many lasting friendships with people who shared his enthusiasm.

One of Bill’s proudest moments in the last few years was taking Tammy and Maureen on a Via Rail trip from Brandon to Vancouver- a journey filled with laughter, stories and the kind of moments that will be remembered forever.

Bill also gave generously of his time, volunteering for many years at the Brandon Museum. He was active in the Pulmonary Hypertension community, supporting Diane with unwavering devotion throughout her illness.

Bill will be remembered for his gentle spirit, his witty humour, and the deep love he held for his family. The time he spent one on one with all his grandkids from weekly suppers, facetime’s, phone calls and going to hockey, and football games will always be special. His legacy lives on in the memories he created, the friendships he nurtured, and the passion he shared so freely.

A private family gathering will take place.

Donations in memory of Bill may be made to the Pulmonary Hypertension Association of Canada at phacanada.ca or PHA Canada, 408- 55 Water Street - Office 8928, Vancouver, BC, V6B 1A1.

“Our life is a constant journey, from birth to death. The landscape changes, the people change, our needs change, but the train keeps on moving. Life is a train, not the station.” Paulo Coelho

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05/01/2026

Walter "Bud" Haberman

Walter “Bud” Haberman

January 15, 1945 – April 30, 2026

Peacefully and surrounded by love, Bud Haberman went to be with his eternal Savior in heaven.

Bud will be forever cherished by his loving wife of 57 years, Ruth, children: Jeff (Chandra) and their sons Reid, Henry, and Silas, Craig (Kristine) and their children Nicholas, Jack and Maggie, and Jennifer Tame (Ben) and their children Knox, Elle and Drew. He was predeceased by his grandson Gabriel and his brother Fred. Bud will be lovingly remembered as a devoted husband, loving father, caring and fun grandpa, wonderful brother and friend.

Dad was born to Karl and Eugena Haberman of Selkirk and grew up and worked on the family farm. Dad was baptized and confirmed and trusted Jesus as his Saviour. Bud worked at Manitoba Rolling Mills after high school and married his sweetheart Ruth Beck in 1968. Together, they built a home filled with love, stability and hospitality. Dad spent a 35-year career with Manitoba Hydro, first in Selkirk, then in Brandon at the Generating Station. The family settled in Brandon where Dad built a home for them. He obtained his first-class power engineering certificate while working full-time.

Bud was a practical and unassuming man to whom honesty and integrity were of utmost importance. Church life was very important to Dad. He served faithfully and humbly on committees and always ensured the maintenance and function of the property. Dad also volunteered as a driver for Cancer Care. He was the most devoted servant to his family, friends and church.

Dad loved his yard and their three acres just outside of town. It was a home to a massive well-maintained yard and garden that was a wonderful playground for the kids, and later his greatest joy, the grandchildren. He was “Grandpa Extraordinaire.” He spent hours with the kids – having fires, walks in the woods, quad and tractor rides, swinging in the hammock, shooting, playing catch and golfing. He loved to teach them about all things mechanical. Dad was a big Montreal Canadiens fan and seeing him watch a game was pure entertainment. In his retirement, Dad took up golfing and bowling which he enjoyed almost to the end. He was the greatest problem solver and loved coming up with clever DIY solutions. He was a very practical man who was content to live life simply yet meaningfully, having rich relationships with so many who knew and loved him.

In January 2025, Dad was diagnosed with cancer. Mom lovingly and tenderly cared for him until his final breath. Their love for each other was solid and rooted in God’s goodness and faithfulness. We are grateful for Dad’s example of humility, generosity, servanthood and hard work. He will be dearly missed.

As a family, we are grateful for all the support and care we have received from our extended and church families, friends, neighbors and health care providers.

A memorial service will be held at Grace Lutheran Church on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. with lunch to follow and a committal service at 2:00 p.m. at Rosewood Memorial Gardens. If desired donations can be made in Dad’s memory to Cancer Care, Pregnancy Support Centre, or a charity of choice.

“I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith” 2 Timothy 4:7

05/01/2026

Roberta Carma Larochelle

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Roberta Carma “Robbie” Larochelle (née Wakefield), who passed away on Monday, April 27, 2026, at the age of 90.

Born on October 5, 1935, in Nestow, Alberta, Robbie lived a life filled with love, laughter, and devotion to her family. She leaves behind her loving children Marc, Larry, Michelle, and Jeannette, as well as her cherished grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren, who brought her immense joy.

Robbie shared 70 wonderful years of marriage with her beloved husband, Gaston “Larry” Larochelle. Together they built a life filled with love, laughter, road trips, camping adventures, and their cherished “Caesar nights at the Larochelles.”

Robbie will be remembered for her love of gardening, country music, and spending time with friends at the A.N.A.F., where she loved gathering for drinks, good company, and trying her luck at the meat draws.

Known for the little stuffed animals she kept on her car dashboard, Larry would always joke that she was driving around with her own little zoo, one of the many ways their love was filled with laughter and teasing.

It brings us comfort to imagine Robbie reunited with Larry, who was no doubt waiting for her with open arms, a Caesar ready, and teasing her about what took her so long to join him.

Robbie will be deeply missed, forever loved, and always remembered.

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04/30/2026

Some love never leaves us.

This Mother’s Day, we invite you to honour and cherish the memories of the women who shaped our lives.

Join us for our 15th Annual Mother’s Day Rose Tribute, where a simple rose becomes a symbol of remembrance, love, and gratitude.

🌹 Complimentary roses provided
📍 Brandon Cemetery – Main Entrance
🕥 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM
📅 Sunday, May 10, 2026

Take a moment. Remember her. Celebrate her.

04/29/2026

Larry Gordon Mennie

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Larry Mennie passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, December 28, 2025.

Larry will be missed dearly by his family, his friends, and by all who knew him.

A Celebration of Larry's Life will be held on Friday, May 22, 2026 at the Victoria Inn - Imperial Ballroom - 3550 Victoria Avenue, Brandon, Manitoba beginning at 2:00 p.m.

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04/28/2026