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Robert (Bob) William Sawatsky Burgess

Robert (Bob) William Sawatsky Burgess

Jan 30, 2026

Suddenly, while walking to a volunteer job, Robert (Bob) Burgess died at age 67 in Winnipeg.

The eldest of five, Bob was born in Red Lake, Ontario.  He was raised in Dryden, Fort Frances, Atikokan, Nipigon, Madsen and Starratt-Olsen.  Bob left home at 16 and lived happily for many years in a suite in the Dansereau home...

Barry Thomas Cockroft

Barry Thomas Cockroft

Jan 25, 2026

Barry passed away at the age of 69 at his residence in Red Lake, Ontario.

He was loved, will be remembered, and missed by his children Kristina, Jessie, Robin, and Thomas, grandchildren Thomas, Mackenzie, Alexia, Brooke, Tianna, Declan and baby bean. He is also survived by his siblings Brian and Joanne, Aunty Valerie (Anthony) Henry, nieces and...

Larry James Zaikow

Larry James Zaikow

Jan 23, 2026

However your path may have crossed with Larry - whether at a local restaurant like the Lakeview where he often sat for coffee, or somewhere on the road when he was hitchhiking - you surely would remember the interaction you had with him.

To some he was known as a jokester who liked putting a smile on people's faces. To others...

Daniel Leblanc "Papa Bear"

Daniel Leblanc "Papa Bear"

Jan 18, 2026

Daniel grew up in Espanola, Ontario, where, like many boys of the 1950s, his childhood was filled with adventure, mischief, and stories that grew better with time. Alongside his twin brother, he managed to find trouble wherever it existed, though always with a grin and good intention. He was deeply close to his siblings throughout his life, fiercely loyal...

Shirley King

Shirley King

Jan 15, 2026

Shirley passed away peacefully with her mother by her side at the age of 46.

She will be lovingly remembered by her mother Jessie, siblings Jonathon, Rebecca, Jason, Lisa, Leona Sharon, numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

A funeral service will be held on Monday, January 19th at 11 am in the Forestry Fellowship...

Joan Johannesson

Joan Johannesson

Jan 13, 2026

Joan passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 13th at the Red Lake Hospital, with her son by her side. She was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba where she received her education. Joan moved to the Red Lake District in 1953 with her husband Andy. She was an avid gardener, enjoyed berry picking, walking, jogging, and yoga.

She will...

Violet Beardy

Violet Beardy

Jan 11, 2026

Violet passed away peacefully at the Red Lake Hospital at the age of 83.

She will be lovingly remembered by her sister Maggie, her children, numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was predeceased by her parents Joseph and Mary Jane and her sister Anna.

A funeral will be held on Friday, January 16th at 1...

Rubina Gordon

Rubina Gordon

Jan 10, 2026

With her husband by her side, Rubina Gordon passed away peacefully on January 10th, 2026 at Northwood Lodge Home For The Aged in Red Lake, ON.

Rubina was born in Sachigo Lake First Nation in Northwestern Ontario on April 23rd, 1938, to Jean and Temus Tait. She will be missed dearly by her husband Ronald of 70...

Nelson Wood

Nelson Wood

Jan 3, 2026

Nelson will be greatly missed by his daughter Ashley, siblings Earl, Marvin, Gary (Pam), Vivian (Peppi), his lifelong partner Jen, numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and extended family.

He was predeceased by parents Helena and Albert, brothers Kurtis and Richard, sisters Carol, Laverne, Loretta, Joan, nephews Dalton and Garret.

An informal gathering to celebrate...

Jerry Stanley Siek

Jerry Stanley Siek

Dec 31, 2025

Jerry will be greatly missed by his son Colton Siek, daughter-in-law Regan Siek, grandchildren Zoё and Zion, siblings Wanda (Marian) Kijak, Richard (Lorraine) Siek, Christine (Franz Sandberg) Siek, brother-in-law Don Botel, nieces and nephews Jayson (Britney McNamee) Botel, Darren Botel, Trevor (Janine) Botel, Christine (Wade Jeffrey) Kijak, Theresa (Ben Osbourne) Kijak, Shawn Siek and Christopher (Monica) Herie.

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Kathleen Denise Tougas-Walker

Kathleen Denise Tougas-Walker

Dec 16, 2025

Kathy, the youngest daughter of Sam and Mary Cooper, was born on the trapline in Papongo Lake, Ontario. This initial upbringing created a love for nature, plants, water, animals and family that carried on her entire life.

She was predeceased by her husband, Gerry, parents Sam and Mary as well as siblings Ellen, Mary and brother John....

Mae Elizabeth Yakiwchuk

Mae Elizabeth Yakiwchuk

Dec 14, 2025

Mae Elizabeth Yakiwchuk (née Gustafson), beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 14, 2025, at the age of 84.

Born on September 5, 1941, at Mackenzie Island Hospital, Mae was a lifelong resident of Red Lake, Ontario—a community she loved deeply and proudly called home. She was a cornerstone of Red Lake...

Mabel Irene Wiebe

Mabel Irene Wiebe

Dec 12, 2025

Mabel lived a life filled with deep love for her family and friends, guided by a truly generous, kind, and compassionate heart.

She was always caring for those she cherished—always ready to lend a helping hand, filling their days with laughter through her wonderful sense of humor, and sharing her many gifts.

Mabel was an...

Robert George Black

Robert George Black

Dec 5, 2025

With deep sadness, the family of Robert George Black announce his passing on December 5, 2025 at the Red Lake Hospital.

Robert or Bob as most knew him was born January 23, 1940 in Regina to parents William and Marjorie. Though Bob's official education was limited that never stopped him from accomplishing many things in life. In...

Steve Kudlowsky

Steve Kudlowsky

Nov 22, 2025

Steve Kudlowsky, a man who lived his life much like he played a round of golf - with a good-natured chuckle and a generous dollop of selfless sportsmanship, passed away peacefully on November 22, 2025 in his hometown of Red Lake. Born on August 16, 1952, to Mychajlo and Lizabetha Kudlowsky, he was a beacon of loving kindness and a...

Robert Gerard Gauthier

Robert Gerard Gauthier

Nov 17, 2025

Robert was born on March 28, 1955 in Hearst, Ontario. He passed away on November 17, 2025 at the age of 70, in Thunder Bay, ON.

Bob is survived by his daughters Angela and Natalie, and their mother Diane, grandson Landen, siblings Maureen,  Danny, and Lynda and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother Larry.

He will be remembered...

Betty Elizabeth Keller

Betty Elizabeth Keller

Nov 12, 2025

Betty passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, at the Northwood Lodge Home for the Aged on November 12, at the age of 98.

A celebration of her life will be held at a later date. (To be announced)

She will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew her.

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Cecily Owen

Cecily Owen

Nov 3, 2025

A funeral service will be held on November 10, 2025, at 11 am in the Poplar Hill School Gymnasium with Ivan Ramer officiating.

Burial will take place in the Poplar Hill Cemetery.

Florence Edna Jean Mcaninch (Née Tonsaker)

Florence Edna Jean Mcaninch (Née Tonsaker)

Oct 21, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Florence Edna Jean McAninch (née Tonsaker), who left us on October 21, 2025, in Guelph, ON. Born on July 11, 1945, at the hospital on McKenzie Island, ON, Flo touched the hearts of many with her kindness, humour, generosity, and warm spirit.

Flo was cherished as...

Tyson (Taye) Wassaykeesic

Tyson (Taye) Wassaykeesic

Oct 20, 2025

Taye passed away peacefully at the Red Lake Hospital at the age of 29.

Our beloved Taye will be remembered by his grandmother Emma, grandfather Ronnie King, his mother, Ruth, his dad, Derekson. Sisters; Rochelle, Brandy, Nicole (Emma), Kavandra, Darollyn Owen. Brothers: Messier, Hunter and Derian King. His nephews & nieces; Ezrael, Zyaire, Evander, Kaizen, Kaliyah, Ali...

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