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  • MINER , PATRICIA

    Jul 17, 1924 - Jul 17, 2006

    PATRICIA MINER HOME AT LAST We are all God's children From the morning hour of birth He lets us live and laugh and love And have our day...

    Obituary, published on: July 13, 2006
  • WRIGHT, OLIVE

    Passed on Aug 12, 2012

    OLIVE MAE WRIGHT (HOME) It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Olive Mae Wright on Sunday, August, 12, 2012 at the...

    Obituary, published on: August 20, 2012
  • VIALOUX, JAMES

    Apr 13, 1947 - Aug 9, 2021

    JAMES HOME VIALOUX April 13, 1947 – August 9, 2021 It is with heavy hearts and great sadness we announce the passing of Jim...

    Obituary, published on: August 14, 2021
  • SAWATZKY, SUSANNA

    Passed on Nov 5, 2009

    SUSANNA SAWATZKY (nee WIEBE) It is with great sadness we announce the sudden passing of our Susanna Sawatzky (nee Wiebe),...

    Obituary, published on: November 7, 2009
  • MATHIESON, DONALD

    Passed on May 15, 2013

    DONALD GORDON MATHIESON Passed away in Kingston on Wednesday, May 15, 2013 at the age of 88. Born in Winnipeg in 1924, Don spent his early...

    Obituary, published on: May 18, 2013
  • RICHARD, JOYCE

    Feb 15, 1931 - Nov 18, 2021

    JOYCE RICHARD February 15, 1931 - November 18, 2021 We are sad to announce the passing of our Mother, Grandmother,...

    Obituary, published on: December 4, 2021
  • GRIFFITHS, WILLIAM

    Apr 9, 1939 - Aug 24, 2020

    WILLIAM (BRUCE) GRIFFITHS April 9, 1939 – August 24, 2020 Bruce Griffiths passed away peacefully on August 24, 2020 after a...

    Obituary, published on: August 29, 2020
  • BLANKSTEIN, FRED

    Jun 26, 1921 - Jul 13, 2018

    FRED BLANKSTEIN, MD June 26, 1921- July 13, 2018 Dr. Fred (Ingy) Blankstein, passed away peacefully in his sleep at his home of 59 years...

    Obituary, published on: July 21, 2018
  • HOESCHEN, ROBERT

    Sep 16, 1935 - Jun 7, 2023

    DR. ROBERT JAMES HOESCHEN Dr. Robert James Hoeschen died peacefully in Victoria, BC on Wednesday, June 7, 2023. ...

    Obituary, published on: June 17, 2023
  • COX, PATRICIA

    Mar 23, 1920 - Dec 5, 2008

    PATRICIA EDNA COX (SHEEDY) March 23, 1920 - December 5, 2008 It is with deep sadness that her family announces the passing of Patricia...

    Obituary, published on: December 13, 2008
  • LAWTON, JAMES

    Mar 8, 1929 - Nov 29, 2020

    JAMES KENNETH LAWTON March 8, 1929 - November 29, 2020 Our dear father and grandfather, James (Jim) Lawton, drew his last breath at...

    Obituary, published on: December 12, 2020
  • BIRT, MARY

    May 31, 1944 - Jun 14, 2011

    MARY MARGARET BIRT (nee NOWELL) May 31, 1944 - June 14, 2011 It is with extreme sadness that we announce the passing of Mary after a...

    Obituary, published on: June 18, 2011
  • PECHET, HAROLD

    Jun 20, 1929 - Oct 10, 2010

    HAROLD (TORCHY) PECHET Torchy Pechet passed peacefully on October 10, 2010 at St. Michael's Hospice in Burnaby, BC surrounded by his loving...

    Obituary, published on: October 16, 2010
  • MACDONALD, REVEREND

    THE REVEREND CANON HAROLD G. MACDONALD With great sadness we announce the death of the Reverend Canon Harold Gould Macdonald. He died...

    Obituary, published on: December 19, 2009
  • DESMARAIS, JACQUELINE

    Sep 20, 1928 - Mar 3, 2018

    JACQUELINE DESMARAIS O.C., G.O.Q. (nee MARANGER) 1928 - 2018 Jacqueline "Jackie" passed away peacefully in the company of her four...

    Obituary, published on: March 7, 2018
  • PAN, PETER

    Passed on Jul 19, 2000

    DR. PETER DAVID KEE-TSENG PAN, M.D. F.R.C.P. (C) F.C.A.P. PATHOLOGIST (1929-2000) Dr. Peter David Kee-Tseng Pan, suddenly but peacefully,...

    Obituary, published on: July 26, 2000
  • JOHNSON, EVELYN

    Apr 8, 1936 - Nov 2, 2014

    EVELYN AMELIA JOHNSON Evelyn Amelia Johnson (nee Snyder), passed away at home on November 2, 2014, after a heart attack. She was born April...

    Obituary, published on: November 29, 2014
  • KOLOMAYA, TONY

    TONY KOLOMAYA (DAD) Dad, it broke my heart when I didn't have the power to grant you your last wish "to return home to St. Martin one last...

    Memoriam, published on: April 20, 2013
  • HYDE, STEPHANIE

    May 7, 1943 - Mar 7, 2018

    STEPHANIE ANN HYDE (nee NIMMRICHTER) May 7, 1943 - March 7, 2018 Peacefully at home, with her husband Richard by her side, Steph went home...

    Obituary, published on: March 13, 2018
  • MURRAY, EILEEN

    Oct 13, 1926 - Jan 2, 2013

    EILEEN JEAN MURRAY October 13, 1926 - January 2, 2013 Eileen moved into Luther Home - Group Home on January 26, 2004. Eileen loved having...

    Obituary, published on: January 19, 2013
  • ROSS, VIOLET

    Passed on Jul 29, 2018

    VIOLET ELIZABETH ROSS Peacefully on July 29, 2018, at the Southeast Personal Care Home with family and friends by her side, Violet went...

    Obituary, published on: August 4, 2018
  • BRADSHAW, FLORENCE

    Passed on Apr 30, 2018

    FLORENCE ELIZABETH BRADSHAW (STRECKER) Florence Bradshaw passed away at home on April 30, 2018, with family by her side. Funeral service...

    Obituary, published on: May 3, 2018
  • HARLEY, PATRICIA

    Mar 14, 1953 - Apr 30, 2008

    PATRICIA HARLEY Born March 14, 1953 in Vancouver, BC. She passed away April 30, 2008. Pat moved into Luther Home June 12, 1985 and leaves...

    Obituary, published on: May 8, 2008
  • MURDOCK, NORMAN

    Passed on Sep 22, 2003

    NORMAN V. MURDOCK Peacefully on Monday, September 22, 2003 at the Fisher River Personal Care Home, Norman Murdock, aged 91, went home to be...

    Obituary, published on: September 24, 2003
  • MAZUR, WALTER

    Passed on Feb 4, 2010

    WALTER MAZUR Walter Mazur passed away on February 4, 2010 at Calvary Place Personal Care Home at the age of 84 years. Visitation 1:00 p.m....

    Obituary, published on: February 6, 2010
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FAQs

How do I find a person's obituary in Canada? ›

Most obituaries appear as a newspaper obituary in a local or national newspaper. However, there are also online obituaries available, such as the MyLife and MyMemorials services at PartingWishes.com.

How much does it cost to post an obituary in Winnipeg Free Press? ›

We do not charge anything more to receive your obituary, edit it for grammar, punctuation and cost efficiency. Photo - The Free Press currently charges $150 to publish a Black & White photo in an obituary. A colour photo adds an additional $50. We do not markup the Free Press' publishing fees.

What is the largest obituary website? ›

Legacy.com hosts obituaries for more than three-quarters of the 100 largest newspapers in the U.S., by circulation. The site attracts more than 30 million unique visitors per month and is among the top 40 trafficked websites in the world.

Why are some obituaries not published? ›

Publishing an obituary can be expensive , and the funds may be unavailable. The deceased has few family members or friends , so there might have, unfortunately, been no need for an obituary. Obituaries are also written for the living so that they may learn of an individual's passing.

How do I find out if someone has died for free in Canada? ›

Online resources
  1. Genealogical societies.
  2. Free and subscription genealogy websites and wikis.
  3. Public libraries: some library websites also have databases for birth, marriage and death notices from local newspapers.
  4. Local archives.
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How do you find out if a person passed away? ›

  1. Start an Online Search. Arguably the best way to find out whether or not someone you know has passed is to begin an online search. ...
  2. Check Social Media. ...
  3. Use Word of Mouth. ...
  4. Read The Paper or Watch The Local News. ...
  5. Go To An Archive Facility. ...
  6. Review Government Records.

Why do newspapers charge so much for obituaries? ›

The factors determining this price include where you publish, word count, any expenses associated with writing the obituary, additional costs to add photos, and the number of days you want it to run (newspapers only). Some of these factors only apply to obituaries published in the newspaper.

How do I contact Winnipeg Free Press obituary? ›

Phone: 204-697-7384. Email: passages@freepress.mb.ca.

Do people get paid to write obituaries? ›

How much does an Obituary Writer make? The estimated total pay for a Obituary Writer is $127,841 per year, with an average salary of $97,937 per year. These numbers represent the median, which is the midpoint of the ranges from our proprietary Total Pay Estimate model and based on salaries collected from our users.

What to say when an old person dies? ›

What do you say when someone dies?
  • "I'm sorry for your loss. I'm here for you."
  • "My condolences on your loved one's passing. May their memory bring you comfort.“
  • “I extend my deepest sympathy to you. ...
  • "Thinking of you, sending love and support.“
  • "We're saddened by the news. ...
  • "Heartfelt condolences. ...
  • "You're not alone.
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What does a good obituary look like? ›

Obituary Example: Announcing the Funeral

[Full name], [age], of [where they lived], sadly left us on [date of death] due to [cause of death]. They leave behind [list of surviving family members]. A service will be held in their honor at [time] on [date] at [location].

Is it common to read the obituary at a funeral? ›

It serves as a way to inform the community about the individual's passing and to honor their memory. During a funeral or memorial service, it is common for someone to stand up and read the obituary to the attendees. This reading may be performed by a family member, a close friend, or a designated individual.

What should you not include in an obituary? ›

In most cases, obituaries do not include the names or nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, or in-laws unless they were close to the deceased. Grandchildren are sometimes listed but often numbered instead (…he leaves behind 5 grandchildren).

Is it disrespectful not to have an obituary? ›

Posting an obituary is not a legal requirement and is a sentimental action. Families don't have to publish one if they don't want it or do not have the funds to do so. While you do not have to share a death note or obituary, you must file a death certificate with your state's office.

When someone dies, do you have to put a notice in the paper? ›

Obituaries and death notices are not required—but notices to creditors may be. You are under no legal obligation to take out a death notice or obituary.

Do you legally have to have an obituary in Canada? ›

No, obituaries are not legally required, but many choose to include them in their End-of-Life Plan as a part of their estate plan. Your estate consists of everything that you own: your house, your car, your bank accounts, your possessions, and your debts.

How do I find old obituaries in BC? ›

The British Columbia Genealogical Society, local genealogical and historical societies, many public libraries and archives, and some newspaper publishers, and some funeral providers in British Columbia maintain clipping files or online copies of obituaries.

How do I find death records in BC? ›

The Vital Statistics Agency and BC Archives now provide an electronic index to British Columbia's historical birth, death and marriage records from as early as 1872, available on the BC Archives Website. Death registrations are available from 1872 - 1996 or 20 years after the date of death.

How do I find an obituary for a specific person on Ancestry? ›

With a name and general publication date, you can start searching obituary records like the Newspapers.com Obituary Index: 1800s to current on Ancestry now.

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