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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
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
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
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)
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
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...
John Alexander Kovachis
Oct 16, 2025
The Kovachis family is saddened to announce John's death on October 16th at the age of 68 at his home in Madsen, Ontario (Red Lake). John's career as a hard-rock miner took him to several mines across the country. He retired in 2006 after suffering his first stroke. John worked hard and played hard. No one was more surprised...
Kirill Lemieux Suggashie
Oct 11, 2025
A funeral service will be held on October 19, 2025 at 11 am in the Poplar Hill School Gymnasium with Allen Owens officiating. Interment will follow in the Poplar Hill Cemetery,
-Don't Cry for Me-
Don't cry for me,
I'm at home with the father
Dennis William Stastook
Oct 9, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Dennis William Stastook, who passed peacefully in his sleep on October 9th, 2025, at the age of 78, at Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre.
Born on May 28, 1947, in St. Boniface, Manitoba, Dennis lived a life full of adventure, hard work, and love. His...
Dennis Tougas
Oct 2, 2025
With deep sorrow and enduring love, we announce the passing of Dennis Tougas, who departed peacefully with his family by his side on Thursday, October 2, 2025, at the age of 79.
Born in Toulon, Manitoba, Dennis carried the quiet strength of the prairies with him throughout his life. He found his permanent residence on McMarmac Road...
Collin Gilroy Meekis
Sep 21, 2025
Collin passed away peacefully in his sleep at his residence in Red Lake on September 21 at the age of 52. He will be lovingly remembered by his brothers Clarence (Karyn) and Carlton. He will also be remembered by his nephews and nieces Indy, Skye, Rayne, Angelica, Alyssia, and their mother Maggie, Amber and David, many aunts and uncles,...
Patrick Petiquan
Sep 12, 2025
Patrick, who was always known as "Pat", grew up in and around Quibell, Ontario with a large family of three sister and three brothers. His mother, Bertha, taught the family her extensive knowledge of nature and how to live off the land. Pat was one of the first members of the Wabauskang First Nation after it was established in...
Leslie Wade Booth
Sep 5, 2025
Les passed away in the early morning hours on September 5, 2025 at Red Lake Memorial Hospital at the age of 64. Les is survived by his brother Garry as well as numerous nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his mother Louella, father Alexander, older brother Larry Huston and nephew Adam Booth.
Les was a licensed...
Madeleine Alma Oakes
Sep 2, 2025
It is with great sadness that the family of Madeleine Oakes announces her passing on September 2, 2025, at the Red Lake Margaret Cochenour Memorial Hospital, following a courageous seven-month battle with cancer.
Madeleine will be lovingly remembered by her husband Chris; her children Richard and Samantha (Travis); and her cherished grandchildren Zander and Scarlett. She is...
