Obituary Listing

Apr 30, 2024

A funeral will be held on Monday, May 6th in the Harvest Time Community Church, North Spirit Lake First Nation. Officiant will be Joe Campbell and burial will take place in the North Spirit Lake Community Cemetery.

Apr 30, 2024

The family of John Jeffries is saddened to announce his passing on April 30, 2024 at the age of 93, in Cobourg, ON.

He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Caroline.  Also survived by his children Carol (Peter) Briggs,  Jackie (Lloyd) Davies, Kim (Dan) Daigle, John L Jeffries, Joanne Grasso, daughter-in-law...

Apr 27, 2024

Stan passed away peacefully at the Northwood Lodge with family by his side at the age of 94. Stan had a true passion for hockey, finding the joy in every game. He was a devoted fan of the Montreal Canadiens throughout his life. Many of his other passions extended to friendly card games and horseshoe matches, where he shared...

Apr 23, 2024

Funeral Service

A funeral service was held on Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. in the Poplar Hill School Gymnasium, Poplar Hill First Nation

Officiant Merle Nisly

Place of Rest Poplar Hill Cemetery

Apr 15, 2024

The family regretfully announces the passing of Manius Luke Rae of North Spirit Lake on April 15th, 2024.

Manius was a loving father and had many friends in the community and elsewhere, he loved working on the winter road, with Barrens Transportation now Far North Contracting.

Friends and family viewing will be held at the...

Apr 14, 2024

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our dear husband, father & grandfather, Ervin Biedler at the age of 91, who left us peacefully surrounded by his loving family.

Ervin was born on March 2, 1933 on the family farm in Steinbach MB to his parents Ludwig & Matilda...

Apr 9, 2024

Yvonne passed away peacefully on April 9th at Thunder Bay Regional Hospital.

She is survived by her daughter Faith (Kevin) Hartman, her son Jade (Jennifer) Nagorski, grandchildren Dorinda (Jake) Rains, Dayman Hartman, Eric, Emily and Gillian Nagorski.

She was predeceased by her parents John and Nellie Collum and granddaughter Destiny Hartman.

A service...

Mar 18, 2024

It is with a heavy heart that the family announces the passing of Mark Campbell from North Spirit Lake, Ontario. Mark passed away peacefully on March 18, 2024, at Thunder Bay Regional Hospital, surrounded by loved ones.

Mark, a resident of North Spirit Lake for most of his life, was known for his...

Mar 15, 2024

Ida passed away peacefully at the Northwood Lodge Home for Aged at the age of 78. She is survived by her sons Martin (Cara) and Tom (Lisa), grandchildren Nicholas, Ryland and Sidney, brothers Leslie Fletcher (Sandra), James (Gail), sister Mae Truelove (Albert). She was predeceased by her brothers Cecil and Melvin, parents James and Florence, her first husband Dieter...

Mar 5, 2024

Leonard passed away on March 5th at the Thunder Bay Regional Hospital at the age of 71.

He is survived by his brother Larry Chudak, sister Gloria Chudak, and niece Jennifer Chudak.

The family would like to thank the staff of Red Lake Cochenour Memorial Hospital, Thunder Bay Regional...

Mar 1, 2024

In loving memory of Alexander James Middleton (Sandy) we are saddened to announce his passing on March 1, 2024 at the Red Lake Margaret Cochenour Memorial Hospital, with his family by his side.

For those who knew Sandy he had a razor-sharp mind, a wit just as sharp and if asked for his opinion would offer it…controversial...

Feb 21, 2024

Bill was born on March 8, 1948, in Fort Frances, Ontario and passed away at age 75 on February 21, 2024, in Abbotsford, British Columbia. He is survived by his loving wife Louise and his daughter Kari, her husband Brian, and his daughter-in-law Lori. He will be sorely missed by his three grandchildren Cameron, Jolyn and Annadele. Bill treasured...

Feb 17, 2024

A Funeral Service will be held on Friday, February 23rd, 2024 at 11:00 am at the Believers Fellowship Hall with Kevin Miller officiating.

Visitation will be held prior to the service from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

You never asked for favors,

yet you did them every day.

You never asked...

Feb 4, 2024

Gary passed away peacefully at his residence at the age of 83. He was born in Collingwood, Nova Scotia.

He is survived by his brother Kevin Ripley, of Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, nieces and nephews in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia,  Massachusetts and Florida, USA.

He was predeceased by his parents Allison and Elma, wife Carol (Mills) Ripley,...

Jan 31, 2024

Eileen Roberta Senek, nee Schmidt passed away in the early morning hours on January 31 at the age of 84 years. She was living in Creston in the Swan Valley care home. Eileen was born December 30, 1939, to Anthony and Caroline Schmidt. Eileen was the second of 7 children and grew up on the family farm in Melville...

Jan 27, 2024

Walter passed away peacefully at the Northwood Lodge at the age of 83. He was born in Deer Lake First Nation to parents Clara Janet Meekis and Donald Jesmer. His parents moved to Red Lake in 1956. He had 9 siblings and was very close with his sister Marie Ann Orvis. Walter loved the outdoors and was a fishing...

Jan 25, 2024

Ernesto "Ernie" will be lovingly remembered by his daughter Mary Joan (Kevin) Visscher, son Jon (Rhea) De la Cruz, grandchildren Brandon, Ethan, Camryn, Rosalynn, Rachel, and Ryan, siblings Camelo, Ruben, Dionicio Jr., Sofia, Marlyn, Theresa, and Percie.

He was predeceased by his parents Dionicio and Monica De la Cruz, and his loving wife Proserphina.

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Jan 24, 2024

It is with a heavy heart the family is announcing the passing of Gary Charles McFatridge.  He passed away peacefully at his home in Hanmer surrounded by family.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 30+ years Tracy, his son Colin (Carmen) of Red Lake, his son Dustin (Holly) of Stony Plain, and his four grandchildren,...

Jan 16, 2024

Bernice was an extraordinary strong and independent woman, who did things on her own terms. She always had a reason for doing things her own way. She had a big heart and would be there for any friends who needed her. She loved to fish and any outdoor activities. She was also an avid bowler and her greatest achievement...

Jan 6, 2024

KELLER, Vivian Ann - It is with heavy hearts we announce that Vivian Keller, 86 years of age, passed away unexpectedly on January 6, 2024, after the holidays filled with much company and love.

Vivian enjoyed her small-town life spent on Grasshopper Hill, with her beloved husband Art, her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, dogs and friends. "The...