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FINAL FACE-OFF 2020

During 2020, the hockey community has lost many Manitobans, some with a connection to the sport of hockey in our province. Also included are earlier deaths not mentioned previously or brought to...

Jim Hargreaves May 2, 1950 - June 30, 2020

The Manitoba Hockey Hall of Fame was saddened to receive word on the passing of Jim Hargreaves. Jim was a rugged top defenceman with the WCHL Winnipeg Junior Jets for two seasons in 1968/69 and...

MORLEY MEYERS

MORLEY MEYERS June 20, 1939 - October 24, 2020 Morley was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba on June 20, 1939, He enjoyed a 35-year career officiating hockey at all levels (from...

LOU JOYAL April 31, 1931 - September 18, 2020

LOU JOYAL April 31, 1931 - September 18, 2020Lou passed away peacefully at home, in his sleep, at the age of 87. He will be dearly missed by his wife Irene; daughters: Jenny, Diane and Carol Wood...

CAM MILLAR SEPTEMBER 9, 1927 - JULY 9, 2020

CAM MILLAR September 9, 1927 - July 9, 2020 It is with sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Campbell Millar on July 10,2020 at the age of 92. Cam was born in Portage La Prairie,...

BILL BUREGA MARCH 13, 1932 - AUGUST 23, 2020

BUREGA, William (Bill) March 13, 1932 - August 23, 2020 On Sunday, August 23rd. Bill, beloved husband of Beth (Bradley), his loving wife of 65 years. Bill was the much-loved father of three sons:...

BILL BOND November 1, 1944 - August 8, 2020

WILLIAM (BILL) FREDERICK BOND After a short illness, this happy gentle giant got the call up to join the hockey team in the sky. He is survived by his loving wife Susan of 39 years, son...

FINAL FACE-OFF 2019

Kent Morgan has put together a roster of those members of the Manitoba hockey community that we lost in 2019. From amateur to pro, these individuals wrote about, made, played, and called our...

Brian English

The Manitoba Hockey Hall of Fame extends condolences to the family of Brian English. Brian was a member of the 1965 Canadian champion University of Manitoba Bisons hockey team. from the Winnipeg...

John Rodger

JOHN R. A. RODGER It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of John R. A. Rodger on Wednesday, October 16, 2019, at the St. Boniface Hospital. John was predeceased by his parents, John...

Ted Green

The Manitoba Hockey Hall of Fame is saddened to learn that Honoured Member (1985) Ted Green has died. He was 79. Green died on Tuesday, October 8, 2019 just three days after he and his 1957/58...

Gord Simpson

Gordon McClean Simpson, aged 91, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2019, due to complications of diabetes, in Kelowna, BC. Gordon will be remembered forever by his wife Ida; son Matthew...

BRUCE (HOAGY) CARMICHAEL

BRUCE (HOAGY) CARMICHAEL March 28, 1934 - April 26, 2019 It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden and unexpected passing of our dad, Bruce Carmichael. He passed away in Burnaby,...

Allan Leblanc

It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of Allie, devoted husband to Pat, loving Dad and treasured Papa. Allie passed away on January 30, 2019 at the Dulcina Hospice in Calgary, AB,...

Al Johnson

ALLAN JOHNSON 1935 - 2019 The Johnson family sadly announces the passing of Allan, on February 7, 2019, in Calgary, AB. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Gail; sons, Craig (Audra), Murray,...

Alvin Brian Mcdonald

ALVIN BRIAN (AB) MCDONALD February 18, 1936 - September 4, 2018 It is with appreciative and loving hearts that we announce the passing of our husband, father and pillar of our family, Alvin Brian...

Ab McDonald 1936 - 2018

The hockey world lost one of its true 'good guys' on September 5, 2018 with the passing of Ab McDonald at the age of 82. Born on February 18, 1936, Ab grew up in the Weston area of...

Ron Castelane

RON CASTELANE September 10, 1930 - June 20, 2018 What a Life! These last few weeks prompted me to reflect on my life and to be full of gratitude. I was thankful that my parents moved from the...

Tommy Marshall

THOMAS WILLIAM MARSHALL It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved dad, grandpa, and great-grandpa Tommy Marshall. Tommy passed away peacefully in Winnipeg on April 11,...

Ted Knight

EDWARD "TED" ARTHUR KNIGHT1939 - 2017It is with deep sadness that the family announces the passing of Ted Knight, a loving husband, father and grandfather, a truly great friend to many. Quietly...

Dunc Rousseau 1945-2017

DUNCAN (FRANKLIN) ROUSSEAU After a courageous battle with cancer, Duncan peacefully on October 18, 2017 passed away at Riverview Health Center, at the age of 72 years. Duncan will be lovingly...

Dave Semenko 1957-2017

DAVID (DAVE) JOHN SEMENKO 1957 - 2017 With heavy hearts on June 29, 2017, Dave Semenko of Edmonton passed away at the age of 59 years, with his family by his side. Dave will be lovingly...

Final Face off - Don Collins

DONALD WALTER COLLINS Passed away peacefully but suddenly at home on Sunday, May 28, 2017 at the age of 85. Lovingly predeceased by his wife Patricia (nee O'Sullivan); and parents, Harry and...

Final Face Off - George Konik

Konik, George age 79, of Eagan, MN, died Oct. 21, 2016 after battling Parkinson's and dementia for 17 years. He passed peacefully in his sleep. He leaves his wife of 56 years, Ila Konik; his...

Final Face Off - John (Jack) Claire Gibson

January 10, 1926 - October 12, 2016 Peacefully in his sleep, John Gibson passed away at the age of 90. John is survived by brother James (Shirley); sons Jim (Lise), Tim (Jody), and John (Deanna);...

Final Face Off - Peter Kapusta

February 3, 1924 - July 16, 2016 If there ever comes a day, where we can't be together. Keep me in your heart, I'll stay there forever. It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of...

Final Face Off - Bathgate, Andrew James "Andy"

It is with profound sadness and loving memories that we announce the passing of Andy Bathgate, who passed on peacefully at Hawthorn Woods Nursing Home in Brampton surrounded with love and in the...

Final Face Off - Brian Cadle 1948 - 2015

We are saddened to announce that on November 6, 2015 in Calgary, Alberta, Brian Cadle passed away, three months after being diagnosed with cancer. He was lovingly surrounded by his children,...

Final Face Off - Gordie Stratton

On July 3, 2015 after a courageous fight, Gordie (Dad), surrounded by his loving family, is now at peace. Gordie will be greatly missed by his loving wife of 58 years, Inez. Left to cherish his...

Final Face Off - Wally Stanowski

The Manitoba Hockey Hall of Fame is saddened to report of the passing of Honoured Member Wally Stanowski at 96 years old. Stanowski enjoyed a decorated junior career with the St. Boniface Seals....