Wojcik's Funeral Chapel and Crematorium

03/12/2026

ERNEST MAURICE HUTCHINSON Peacefully after a short illness Ernie Hutchinson ( Hutch ) passed away at the Grace Hospital on March 7, 2026 at the age of 101. Born in Swallowcliffe England he was predec

03/11/2026

MARIE YVONNE LORETTE GREEN JULY 12, 1940 – MARCH 3, 2026 In loving memory of Lorette Green (nee Smith), 85, passed away surrounded by family on March 3, 2026, in Winnipeg at the Golden Door Geriat

03/11/2026

National Funeral Directors and Morticians Recognition Day

March 11th is the official day when the efforts of funeral directors across our nation are acknowledged. These members of our community, who care for our departed, do not have typical 9-5 jobs or careers. They sometimes work long hours, making sure the needs of the families they support are taken care of in a timely manner.

To step in the shoes of a Funeral Director, to devote years, perhaps decades to ensuring funeral services run smoothly and are tended to in a dignified manner… while simultaneously providing guidance and emotional support… is not a calling for everyone.

Compassion, care and commitment are needed. This calling requires someone with an empathetic approach, who will to do everything needed to ensure the memory of a beloved is treated with the upmost respect.

Today we celebrate the continuing efforts of funeral directors, who provide essential services to our community.

03/09/2026

SANDRA LEE SCHREINER (NEE WETTER) Peacefully, after a courageous battle with cancer, It is with deep sadness that we announce the death of Sandy on March 5,2026 in Winnipeg at the age of 61. She

03/09/2026

Teresa Wanda Dabrowski Teresa Wanda Dabrowski lived a life guided by courage, kindness, and a deep love for family. She was born on April 29, 1951, in Luba? ?l?ski, Poland, and spent her early yea

03/09/2026

Considering a Career in Funeral Services?
The Canadian College of Funeral Service (CCFS) offers Online Programs

This accredited and approved online platform offers a two-year program where graduating students receive their funeral director’s licence and/or embalmers licence.

Program delivery is achieved through three delivery channels. Firstly, students learn theory on funeral specific topics through online resources. Course material is presented and students have the ability to interact with peers and instructors in online discussion rooms. Secondly, seminars and workshops are offered periodically in the student’s home province. This allows face to face interactions in a traditional class-like setting. Sessions are typically held for 16 days per year. Lastly, practical experience is gained at the local level. Experienced directors from local funeral homes provide hands on mentoring to individual candidates. Day to day tasks and responsibilities are learned in an environment where best practices and principals can be presented.

This is a two-year program with seven courses taught annually. Topics covered include: Embalming, Ethics, Funeral Law, Funeral Practices, Business Management and Communications. The unique aspect of this program is its online component. Students can complete studies while working. And most who enroll in this program do so as part of an apprenticeship. In this respect, a student is already employed in the profession upon the completion of the program and graduation.

Graduates are of all ages and both sexes. At one time thought to be a profession primarily for males, recent trends indicate that increasing numbers of females are pursuing careers in funeral services. Another trend that is being witnessed is increasing numbers of middle-aged candidates, many pursue a 2nd career in funeral services.

To find out more about these resources please visit: http://ccfs.ca/

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03/06/2026

Pop Culture and Funeral Home Life
My Girl: The Movie

Set in 1972, this film brings the audience back to a time where there is no internet and a place with mood rings and bingo halls. It provides a glimpse into the lives of funeral home family members and details some of the behind the scene happenings at a funeral home.

The Sultenfuss Funeral Home is owned and operated by Harry Sultenfuss, a widow with an 11 year old daughter, Vada. Through the course of this tragicomedy a number of events unfold, some capturing the simple joyous life of a child from this era with others presenting the challenges young people face. For Vada, confronting her past and present is the main focus of the story. She must face inner secrets and overcome struggles to move forward in life.

In her debut role, Anna Chlumsky plays young Vada Sultenfuss. The film also stars Dan Ackroyd, Jamie Lee Curtis and Macaulay Culkin.

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1h 42m | PG

03/06/2026

ROSA SARKANY (NÉE GEIGER) March 24, 1941 - Feb 24, 2026 Rosa Sarkany (née Geiger), aged 84, passed away unexpectedly on February 24, leaving her loved ones with memories of her generosity, humor,

03/05/2026

STANLEY JOSEPH PUCHNIAK Stanley Joseph Puchniak, 92, passed away peacefully in the evening on February 26, 2026, at River Park Gardens in Winnipeg, Manitoba, the city he called home for his entire

03/03/2026

MYRTLE RAMDASS With heavy hearts we announce the passing of our dear mother Myrtle Ramdass, on February 28, 2026, at the age of 81 in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Myrtle was born in Tunapuna, Trinidad and

03/02/2026

Dealing With Grief in the Workplace
“Workday Mournings”

The period of grief that follows the loss of a loved one can be emotionally traumatic and leave one’s health and wellbeing dramatically compromised. The grieving process, in of itself, can affect one’s ability to perform satisfactorily in the workplace. If it is not dealt with correctly, it may have repercussions for the employee, their colleagues and the employer.

Usually, employees return to work after a very brief period of bereavement leave often still feeling the numbness of their loss. Some are over-whelmed and lack motivation. Some find it difficult to concentrate and arrive at work place decisions. At the same time society dictates that they leave their emotional baggage at home or in their locker and revisit it only once the workday is over and perform like nothing unusual has occurred.

Coworkers and employers may also experience an awkwardness towards the bereaved and feel that they shouldn’t pry into their personal life, fearing that they may say the wrong thing. This may result in the grieving employee feeling as if no one cares about their loss.

The key to making a workplace more welcoming to employees who have experienced a loss is to open a dialogue. Communication which prevents a vacuum from occurring is vital. Protocols can be established about how to deal with bereavement in the workplace where expectations are set in advance. These can include how staff are advised of a colleague’s loss, how employee privacy concerns are met and how the employer and fellow employees acknowledge a loss.

It starts with sharing. Having an environment where the employee is comfortable sharing the news of their personal loss is recommended. Perhaps talking about this topic in advance at a staff meeting so that all parties have expectations should someone in the group lose a loved one.

Employer’s roles can include support and assistance to employees in a variety of ways. It may be additional time off or bereavement counselling available through human resource programs. Employees who are given the necessary time needed to reacclimatize to regular duties are better able to integrate back into their roles within the company.

Depending on the closeness of colleagues to their bereaved co-worker, condolences can be offered in many ways: verbally or with a group or individual card.

Over the years, I have found that employers and employees who communicate openly and honestly and work together when enduring a loss will see that it not only pays dividends but also creates a bond of loyalty that can only enhance the employer employee relationship.

Tom Easthope
Bereavement Counsellor

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02/27/2026

KEMAL (KEMO) HSPAHIC In memory of Kemal (Kemo) Hspahic who passed away peacefully on February 25, 2026, at Seven Oaks Hospital at the age of 83. Kemo was born in the city of Sarajevo, Bosnia (form