Another college commitment for Neepawa Titans alum

Submitted Neepawa Titans Press Release

The Neepawa Titans are proud to announce that defenseman John Blake has committed to the Concordia Cobbers for the 2023-24 season. The Cobbers are a Division III (NCAA) program in Moorhead, MN that competes in the Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (MIAC).

Titans head coach/general manager Ken Pearson had this to say about John Blake, “We are very happy that John has chosen to continue his playing career and begin his studies at Concordia. John was a great teammate and was a pleasure to have on our team the past two years. We as an organization wish him continued success at Concordia.”

John Blake had this to say about his time in Neepawa, “I am very grateful for my time in Neepawa. I was given a great opportunity to improve both on and off the ice and was surrounded by great people. I am also thankful for my coaches, teammates, billets, and the many other people I was fortunate enough to meet in my time in Neepawa. I am very excited to play at Concordia and continue

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playing and begin my college education.”

Blake joined the Titans in 2021-22 and played in 60 regular season games accumulating four goals, 13 assists along with 49 penalty minutes. The entire Neepawa Titans organization would like to congratulate John and wish him all the best in Moorhead.

Player signing

A pair of prospects have signed letters of intent with the Neepawa Titans for the 2023-24 MJHL season.

First, 17-year-old right winger Logan Paquette has committed to the upcoming MJHL season. Paquette is from St. Albert, AB and had 16 goals and 28 assists in 34 games this past season for the Cochrane AAA Generals.

In the press release confirming the signing, Neepawa Titans head coach/general manager Ken Pearson noted that “Logan will bring a strong work ethic, hockey IQ and finish around the net.”

Paquette on signing with the Titans, stated that “I am really excited to play in Neepawa this coming season while learning and growing as a player. Fans can expect to see my love for the game.”

The other signing saw Kyle Weisgarber of the Yorkton Maulers U18 AAA Hockey Club. Weisgarber is 18-years-old and had 10 goals and 31 assists in 44 games this past season to lead the Maulers in scoring.

Pearson said that he and the coaching staff believe

Kyle will bring playmaking ability to the team. Weisgarber noted that he is excited to improve as a player and as a person in Neepawa this coming season. These signings follow upon the announcement last week Yorkton based defenseman Jeffrey Stewart’s commitment to the Titans for the 2023-24 MJHL season.

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Obituary

Ruby Alice Lenders (nee James)

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother Ruby Alice Lenders (nee James) on March 19th, 2023 at the age of 87.

Ruby leaves behind her loving husband Andrew, daughter Darlene (Daryl) Nosko and their children Travis (Sarah) Nosko and Afton (Jordan) Goldsmith, son Dwayne (Tania) Lenders and their children London (Samantha) Lenders, Damon Lenders and Sonja Lenders and daughter-in-law Cynthia Lenders and her son Anthony Lenders. Ruby was also great grandma to Payton Goldsmith, Ava Nosko, Taylor Goldsmith and Wyatt Nosko. Ruby was predeceased by their son Dale on February 21st of this year also.

Ruby was born in Ogilvie and was currently living in Edmonton Alberta with her husband of 66 years. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

WAYNE SPARLING

April 5, 1935 – March 4, 2023 www.neepawabanner.com

It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Wayne, a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, brother (in-law), uncle, and friend to many.

He was predeceased by his wife of over 60 years, Mary (nee Gibson), Son Troy, father and mother Art and Marjorie, sister Sherrill Carvey and her husband Murray, sisterin-law Barb Sparling, father and mother-in-law Bert and Madeline Gibson.

He is survived by daughter Karen (Brett) Mandryk, son Brent, brother Rick, along with brother and sister-inlaw Terry and Gale Gibson, and Carol and Bill Stadnyk, as well as his grandchildren Adam (Kelli) Moore, Hailie (Darren Everatt) Moore, Laine Brazeau, Michael, Krista, and Seanna Sparling, and great-grandchildren Sophie, Addison, PJ, Leah, Lachlan and Niece Caroline and; nephews Marty and Darcy.

Wayne was born in Wellwood, MB and at an early age moved to Neepawa. He was very active in sports and besides winning Neepawa Collegiate’s table tennis championship he also won the high school curling. He was on 4 minor hockey Manitoba Championship teams (48-49 BB’s, 49-50 AB’s, 50-51 Juveniles and the 5253 Juveniles) and was a pitcher for the Neepawa Cubs baseball team with whom he won several Neepawa District League Championships and many tournaments, and was inducted into the Manitoba Baseball Hall of Fame before turning his attention to curling. He made many life long friends in hockey, and baseball and would meet many more in curling and golf. Wayne played in and won his share of many curling bonspiels throughout the Westman area. His passion besides his family and sports was singing. He was an active member of the First Presbyterian Church choir and with the Lions Manor choir. In his younger years in Minnedosa he was a member of the band The Merchants, playing the base guitar and singing.

In the early years, while in Neepawa, Wayne worked for his father at Sparling Electric and was responsible for most of the town’s TV antennas that stood above the town skyline on top of many stores along Mountain Avenue and Hamilton Street. After his father’s passing in 1957, he worked for Fenwick’s and the Conquergood’s before opening his own furniture store in Minnedosa.

From Minnedosa he went to work for Bottomley’s Furniture in downtown Brandon and eventually Mr. B’s Furniture and Appliance Warehouse. Defehr Furniture bought out Mr. B’s and Wayne became manager there and when Defehr’s sold out to Dufresne’s he managed that store until his retirement.

Wayne will be remembered for his quick wit, always making a joke. He had a special way with words and could produce a poem or rhyme on a dime, and would always be ready with a bedtime story for his grandkids.

At Wayne’s request he was cremated and there will be a grave-side service with family and friends in warmer weather.

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Coming Events

GIGANTIC ANNUAL GUN

AND HOBBY SHOW in Dauphin, Manitoba, Saturday, April 15, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, April 16, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 304 Whitmore Avenue (8 Avenue Hall).

Admission $5, under 12 free with adult. Approximately 80 eight-foot tables. May contain guns and related items, military items, hobbies, crafts, antiques, hockey cards, Indian artifacts. Something of interest for everyone. This is a buying, selling, trading show. Bring your guns and collectibles. Buy-sell-trade or have appraised. For information phone (204) 444-4690.

Notice

Neepawa Banner & Press offers full research and re-print services from our archives that go back to 1896. Additional copies of papers, $2 each depending on availability. Re-print of a page from past copies, $2 per page. Archival research, $25 per hour with a $10 minimum. Individual photos on photo paper $5 depending if we have a suitable original in our digital, print or photo archives. Ken Waddell, publisher

Alanon meetings currently being held at 342 Mountain Ave, Neepawa - Old Co-op Store. Tuesdays at 7 pm. Call 204-841-2192

Notice

Alcoholics Anonymous meetings currently being held at 342 Mountain Ave, Neepawa, Thursdays at 7 pm. Call 204841-0002

Arden Hall, cap. 255. Park, camping and sports facilities, rink, curling ice, kitchen and lounge. Call 204-368-2202

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Personal

Crisis Pregnancy Centre

Winnipeg: Need to talk? Call our free help line, 1-800-6650570 or contact our Westman office: 204-727-6161

Pets

To give away, 2 year old Pekingese Sheep dog. Neutered male. Good farm dog, full size. Located in Mtn Road. Call Alvin 204223-9836

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For Sale

2 Jeeps for sale $2,200 for 00’ Cherokee, $1,500 91’ Cherokee. Both Run, drive and has 4WD. Sold as is. 204-967-2515

2002 Ford E-350 Econoline, SD xl Ext passenger van. 8 cylinder, 5.4 L engine, 205,000 km. 2 captain seats, 3 bench seats, wheelchair lift out the back door. New battery, starter, ball joints, almost new tires. $7,500 Interested buyer will pay $1,500 for the wheelchair lift, if the purchaser wishes to part with it. 204-967-2612

Obituary

Tony Victor Kushner

June 12, 1943- March 27, 2023

Tony Victor Kushner peacefully passed away at the age of 79 years old in the Neepawa General Hospital. Tony is survived by his wife of 56 years, Barbara Kushner, their three children, Tom (Audra), Miles (Bonnie), Shelley; grandchildren Justin(Bree), Hollie (Emilio), Cassidy (Kai) Jesse (Mykayla), Jordan (Ryan), Megan (Brenden), Katie (Eric); great grandchildren Deklan, Madison, Cooper, Bo; brothers Joe and David; brother and sister in laws Linda, Ted, Sid (Maureen), George, Sue (Mike), Donna, Merv(Barb) as well as numerous nieces and nephews by whom he will be remembered fondly.

Tony is predeceased by his parents Harry and Helen Kushner; brothers Frank and Stanley; In laws Edith and Robert Mathers; and brother and sister in laws Bill, Glenda, Russell, Myra, Shirley and Lorraine.

Tony was born in Glenella, Manitoba to the late Harry and Helen Kushner. He received his education at Goodland School. Tony enjoyed his life on the family farm north of Glenella and always took much pride in his community by serving as Reeve for the municipality of Glenella Lansdowne area and also driving bus for the Turtle River School Division.

A beloved husband, father, son, brother, nephew, cousin, grandfather (great) and friend, Tony was quickwitted, incredibly funny, always knew how to get his way, boisterous (and without a filter), and his energy drew you in because there was no other option.

His small town roots remained very important to him, and were always close to his heart. He was an avid hunter and passed along his passion to the generations below him. You could always find him out at a dance or attending a hockey game! He always loved cheering on his Winnipeg Jets. Most of all, Tony loved having a busy house with a lot of family and friends around. Even though he will always be with us, he will be greatly missed by many.

Thank you to the Neepawa Hospital Staff and everyone who spent time sitting with Tony.

White’s Funeral Home, Neepawa-Minnedosa-Carberry

In care of arrangements • www.whitesfh.ca

For Sale

Safetied 2011 Honda Odyssey EX van. 29,000 Km. Excellent condition. $19,000. Senior, no longer driving. 204-867-5398.

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For Rent

Apartment for rent. Bri-Mont apartments, 331 Mountain Avenue. Phone 204-8414419

For Sale or Rent

Storage vans (semi trailers) for rent or sale. Anderson’s 204-385-2685, 204-3852997 Gladstone.

Auctions

Meyers Auctions & Appraisals. Call Brad at 368-2333. www.meyersauctions.com

Coming Events

Listen to Pastor James Preus “Christ for us” on 730 CKDM at 7:30 a.m. Sunday Mornings

Sponsored by Abiding Word Lutheran Church, Bethany MB.

Bridal Shower

You are invited to a bridal shower in honour of Jordyn

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Groom - Joel Baron

Saturday, April 15, 2023

Carberry Community Hall

1pm - 3pm

Come and Go Style Food and refreshments

Birthday

The Family of ELLA

Jarvis

would like to invite you to a Come & Go Tea In celebration of her 90th birthday.

Saturday, April 15th

2:00 – 4:00 pm

At the United Church CEC Building

No gifts please, just the pleasure of your company.

Help Wanted

Aspen Ridge Resort, Clear Lake is hiring housekeeping staff for our 2023 season. We are looking for enthusiastic and hard-working individuals to join our team. We pride ourselves on paying our employees top wages in the Clear Lake Community, start at $23.00/hour. Furthermore, we will provide a gas subsidy to cover travel expenses for those commuting outside of the Clear Lake/Onanole area.

Starting the beginning of May to the middle of October. Must be able to work weekends in July & August. Part time & Full time positions available. If you are interested in this opportunity, please send a resume to aspenridgeresort@yahoo.ca

TENDER - MOWING OF GRASS

Beautiful Plains School Division invites tenders for the mowing of grass for the 2023 and 2024 seasons for the following schools.

J. M. Young School (Eden) Brookdale School

Carberry Schools (R. J. Waugh & Carberry Collegiate)

Neepawa Area Collegiate/Neepawa Middle School

Site verification is the responsibility of the contractor.

Details for Tender:

- Tenders are to be on a “per cut” basis for each site.

- Tenders to run May 1st to September 1st each year.

- Grass to be cut twice a month.

- Extra cuts if requested by the Division will be paid at the per cut rate.

- Prices to remain constant for 2 years.

- Tender price to include GST.

Tenders close 12:00 NOON, Wednesday, April 12th, 2023

Direct inquiries and application to:

Tyler Stewart Maintenance Supervisor Beautiful Plains School Division Box 700 Neepawa, MB

R0J 1H0

Email: tstewart@bpsd.mb.ca

These details can be viewed on the Division website at www.beautifulplainssd.ca

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Em Ployment Opp Ortunity As Se T Managem Ent Coordinator

Working under the direction of the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) and the Manager of Operations, this is a full time, permanent position. Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

A complete job description can be found on website www.neepawa.ca under Town, Employment, or by requesting a copy from the administration office.

Applications, including cover letter, will be accepted until 4:00 pm , April 14, 2023 to:

Colleen Synchyshyn, C.M.M.A., CAO Box 339, 275 Hamilton St., Neepawa MB R0J 1H0 Ph (204) 476-7655 ~ cao@neepawa.ca

Thank you to all applicants for theirinterest,howeveronlythose under consideration will be contacted.

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Tuesday noon

Cancellations and corrections only within business hours and corresponding deadlines