Norma Enns
Jan 5, 2026
Norma Esther Enns of Altona, passed away peacefully on January 5th, 2025 at the age of 85. She was predeceased by her husband of 42 years Edgar, and will be lovingly remembered by son James (Laurie) and their children Erika (husband Joshua and daughters Freya & Sigrun); Cael (wife Brittani Enns and children Alice, Christian, Amelia & Sophia); and Meredith...
Ruth Klippenstein
Jan 2, 2026
We are sad to announce the passing of our mother, Eva Ruth Klippenstein, at the age of 94. She passed away peacefully in her sleep on January 2, 2026, at Eastview Place in Altona.
Ruth was born May 9, 1931, to John and Helena Klippenstein in Neubergthal, Manitoba, where she grew up and attended the village school. It was there she...
Sharon Zinn
Dec 30, 2025
Sharon Zinn (nee Gilchrist) age 61 years, of Emerson, Manitoba passed away on December 30, 2025 at her residence. She leaves to cherish her memories, her daughter Heather (Zinn) Atkinson, her granddaughters Haven-Lee and Rhydann Atkinson and their Father Noah Atkinson, Noah’s son Keegan Fowler as well as Heather’s Father Rodney Zinn. Other family members include, Sharon’s brother John (Angela)...
Valerie Penner
Dec 22, 2025
Val Penner (nee Schroeder), age 67 years of Gretna, formerly of Rosenfeld, MB, passed away on Monday, December 22, 2025 at the Boundary Trails Health Centre.
She is survived by her husband Dave, their son Adam (Joia), 2 grandchildren, 1 sister and 5 brothers. She was predeceased by her parents and 2 brothers.
A come and go celebration of Val's life will...
John Giesbrecht
Dec 16, 2025
John Giesbrecht, age 83 years of Altona, MB passed away on Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at the Boundary Trails Health Centre.
He was predeceased by his wife Norma Derksen Giesbrecht (nee Friesen). He is survived by her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and great great grandchildren, as well as one sister.
Funeral service will be held on Sunday, December 21, 2025 at 2:00...
Raymond Siemens
Dec 16, 2025
Raymond William Siemens, a passionate leader in Canada's cooperative agricultural sector and beloved family man, passed away peacefully at Eastview Place in Altona, Manitoba on December 16, 2025, at the age of 93. Born in 1932 in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Ray lived a life informed by strong family connections, innovations in farming, and deep belief in the value of community service.
Ray...
Diana Breckon
Dec 15, 2025
Diana-May Breckon (nee Empson)
Diana Breckon passed away peacefully at the Emerson Personal Care Home on December 15th, 2025.
Diana was born on August 16, 1941. She grew up on a farm in the Marais near Letellier, helping her large family with daily chores and learning the many skills that would later make her an exceptional farmer’s wife. She attended school in...
Raymond Harrington
Nov 30, 2025
With great sadness, we announce the peaceful passing of Raymond Lawrence Harrington on Sunday, November 30, 2025, at the age of 65, at his home in Letellier, Manitoba.
He was predeceased by his parents, Martin and Cecilia; his brother, David; his brother-in-law, David; and his sister-in-law, Jacqueline.
Ray will be lovingly remembered by his beloved wife of 43 years, Christine; his cherished...
Ed Dueck
Nov 29, 2025
Ed Dueck, age 81 of Altona, MB passed away on Saturday, November 29, 2025 at Eastview Place. His family was by his side as he took his final breaths.
Ed was born on July 25, 1944 at his home in Rosenheim near Plum Coulee, MB to his parents, Tina and Peter Dueck.
Ed was baptized on the confession of his faith at...
Margaret Friesen
Nov 27, 2025
Loving Mother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, Sister, and Friend
Margaret Friesen nee Falk was born on April 26, 1938 to Aron and Helena Falk in Altona and had 1 sister and 2 brothers. She was blessed to reach the age of 87 years 7 months and 1 day.
Mom grew up on a small farm just one mile east of Altona. Later they...
Art Hoeppner
Nov 17, 2025
With his family by his side, Arthur “Art” Hoeppner of Winkler (formerly of Altona) passed away on November 17, 2025, at Boundary Trails Health Centre at the age of 71.
He was predeceased by his beloved son Jeremy; one son in infancy, Kelvin; his parents, Peter I. and Annie (Remple) Hoeppner; his sister, Eunice (John) Fehr; and one sister in infancy,...
Greg Sawatzky
Nov 17, 2025
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Gregory Jason Sawatzky on November 17th, 2025, at the Altona Hospital at the age of 53. Greg passed away peacefully, surrounded by family after a short battle with pancreatic cancer.
Greg was born on March 21, 1972, at the Altona Hospital. He was the first child for his parents, Pete...
Bill Driedger
Nov 7, 2025
Our Dad, Bill (William) Driedger, was born on October 29, 1940 and was the fourth child of John and Katherine Driedger. Dad’s mother passed away when he was 14. At that time, he spent a lot of time at his grandparents in Rudnerweide. Dad and his uncles enjoyed their time together and these special bonds grew into lifelong friendships. Dad’s...
Ray Loewen
Nov 4, 2025
Ray Loewen, age 74 years, of Altona, MB passed away on Tuesday, November 4, 2025 at the Altona Memorial Health Centre.
He is survived by his wife Linda Loewen (nee Smith), their children, son Jeremy and Natasha Loewen with children Kennedy, India, Sienna, Ryder; daughter Michelle and Jesse Peters with children Harper and Sawyer; and daughter Kristin and Andrew Bracewell with...
Sarah Driedger
Nov 1, 2025
Sarah Driedger (née Friesen) was born in Lowe Farm, Manitoba, to Jake and Elizabeth Friesen on December 12, 1942 and passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Saturday, November 1, 2025. She was the second daughter, joining her sister Dora, with Betty arriving ten years later. From an early age, Sarah loved working alongside her dad—whether on...
Sara Stoesz
Oct 26, 2025
Sara (Unger) Stoesz, Altona, Manitoba, passed away October 26, 2025 at Boyne Lodge in Carman at the age of 95. She had been in a very slow declining health with dementia since 2008 but continued to be active and responsive through these past years. She was born September 30, 1930, at Whitewater, Manitoba, to Jacob A. and Susanna (Harms) Unger.
Loving...
Agatha Thiessen Neufeld
Oct 12, 2025
Agatha Thiessen Neufeld (Banman Penner Hiebert), age 73 years, of Altona, formerly of Mexico, passed away on Sunday, October 12, 2025 at the Red River Valley Lodge, Morris.
She is survived by her children Susy (Jake) Penner, John (Lupita) Banman, Pedro Banman, and Frank (Mary) Banman, as well as 9 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren, 5 sisters and 4 brothers. She was...
Norman Hildebrand
Oct 9, 2025
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Norman Hildebrand of Silberfeld, Manitoba, on October 9, 2025 at Boundary Trails Health Centre at the age of 65. He was predeceased by parents, Erdman and Susan Hildebrand, brother Stanley Hildebrand and one brother in infancy.
Left to keep his memories alive are his partner Michele Sawatzky, children Meagan (Christian) Donoghue...
Grant Friesen
Oct 7, 2025
Grant Friesen, age 65 years, of Winnipeg, MB passed away on Tuesday, October 7, 2025 at the Victoria Hospital, Winnipeg.
A celebration of Grant's life will be held on Friday, October 17, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at the Altona Mennonite Church.
Viewing will be held on Wednesday, October 15, 2025 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Friends Funeral Service, Winnipeg (2146 Main...
Hazel Carriere
Oct 3, 2025
With great sadness, the family of Hazel Irene Carriere (nee Nisely) announce her release from pain and suffering on October 3, 2025. Leaving to cherish her memory is her loving husband of 64 years, Aime Carriere, son Gerald, daughter Laurel (Jules) Freis, and grandchildren Dale (Daniela) Driedger, Cory (Colette) Driedger, Dylan (Michelle) Driedger, and Harley Freis, as well as great-grandchildren,...
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