Obituaries
ABRAHAM BERENHAUT
Sadly, Uncle Abe has left the building. After a short illness he passed quietly on Friday, October 3, 2025, mid-morning.
As many know he was known as Uncle Abe to friends, business associates, and the tax payers he audited.
He leaves behind his wife of 53 years, Toni and his children, Ken and Cindy of North Carolina, Arlene and Jeff in Southern California, and the loves of his life, grandchildren, Michael and Kristin and Madison (Maddy) and Danny in Southern California. The stars in his universe were his great-grandchildren, Ava, Derran and Aiden. He did not live to meet the newest member of the tribe who is due any day. He leaves his loving siblings, Lil, Adelle and Sheldon, Bob and Carol, and of course many Nephews, Nieces and Grand Nephews and Nieces.
He was predeceased by his parents, Menicha and Morris, the mother of his children Miriam Kamarofsky Berenhaut, and his Great-grandson Hunter Isaac Handley.
He was renowned for his sarcasm, and humour, most of which he wore on inappropriate tee shirts.
Life started out with much difficulty. The family legend is that he was born on a train heading into Siberia. His family fled in front of the Nazis heading east into Russia. They survived the Gulag because of his father’s work ethic. After the war and six years in Siberia Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan and the other Stans they made their way back to their Shtetl in Poland to find their property confiscated and nowhere to go. They became part of the mass of humanity moving west into American controlled Europe. With the help of the Red Cross in Germany Menicha’s sister found them and secured their passage to Winnipeg. Again because of the hard work and determination Morris succeeded in bringing his parents and siblings to Winnipeg.
Abe arrived in Winnipeg at the age of eight and made the news.
Life was hard but his parents stressed education over everything else. And after many false starts he was able to achieve his CGA certification and got his dream job with the Provincial Department of Finance as a tax auditor, in almost 30 years with the Department he retired as a supervisor. He was a mentor to a new generation of Auditors. He loved his job and the people he met. His job afforded him the opportunity to travel all over North America. Everyone knew Uncle Abe.
Abe was laid to rest Monday, October 6, 2025, at the Shaarey Zedek Cemetery, close to his parents. The family thanks Rabbi Carnie Rose for all he did for Abe and the family.
Donations are being accepted in the Toni and Abe Berenhaut Endowment Fund for Holocaust Education at the Jewish Foundation of Manitoba, 123 Doncaster St Unit C400. Winnipeg R2N 2B2. Or the charity of your choice.
Obituaries
MILTON FREEDMAN
It is with profound sadness and much love that I announce the passing of Milton Freedman on October 30th, 2025, three months after we celebrated his 100th birthday. Milton was predeceased by his parents, Helen and Peter, his older brother Sam, and his younger brother Sid, with whom he shared a very special relationship. He is survived by his wife Joanie, his sister Ruby Donner, nieces and nephews, great nieces and great nephews, and a great-great nephew.
Family and friends meant everything to Milton, and there wasn’t anything he wouldn’t do for them. He was gentle and kind, quiet and dignified, thoughtful and wise. He gave the best advice, but only if asked.
Milton and I liked to travel, and for many years spent the winter in Palm Springs. We also travelled to Europe and England, and felt most at home in London. We reminisced endlessly about the river cruises we went on, and the amazing places we had the opportunity to visit, whether it was having dinner at a restaurant overlooking the North Sea, or attending a private concert at a palace in Vienna, or tasting Black Forest cake especially prepared for us, while we were in Germany’s Black Forest region. It all was stunning, magical, delicious. But it was the people we met along the way, who made everything even more special, and we never forgot them.
Milton was an avid reader, inhaling newspapers, magazines, and books as if they were oxygen. Remarkably, he remembered much of what he read, and it wasn’t unusual for him to quote a passage from a book that he had read years earlier, if it was relevant to a conversation. It was not to show off…that wasn’t who he was.
Milton was a runner, and for years ran ten miles, three times a week. On the days he didn’t run, he walked outdoors for two and a half hours. Eventually, he gave up running, preferring to walk seven days a week no matter the season, no matter the weather. This continued until he was well into his 80’s. And even in his 90’s Milton remained determined to walk, at first using one cane, then two, then a walker. When he was asked, how he did it, Milton simply said, “Just keep putting one foot in front of the other.” On occasion he might add, “And eventually you’ll get to where you’re going.”
Sage advice.
Milton is deeply missed, and will forever be remembered.
Obituaries
MARLI REBECCA SILVERMAN
Marli Rebecca Silverman passed away on March 11th at the age of 43 from end-stage renal disease. She lived her life with meaning, courage, and resilience, and touched everyone who knew her with her strength, warmth, and spirit.
She leaves behind her beloved daughter, Rylee, who was the light of her life; her father, Bruce; her brother, Matthew; Rylee’s father, Drake; and many family members and dear friends who will carry her memory forward with love.
Marli will be deeply missed and forever remembered for the impact she made on those around her.
May her memory be a blessing.
Donations in Marli’s memory may be made to Breakthrough T1D (breakthrought1d.ca).
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EDWARD (BARNEY) SEGAL
With great sadness, we announce the passing of Edward “Barney” Segal on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at the age of 70.
Barney will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by his sister, Elaine (Paul) Olin; his nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and nephew: Jason Olin, Carrie Shenkarow, Jessica and Shirley Ransby; Brenlee, David, Hayley, and Leah Selchen; and Daniel, Jordi, Poppy, and Skylar Olin; Shannon Chisick-Harman, Charlie Harman; and many dear friends. He was predeceased by his beloved parents, Sam Segal (1998) and Louise Segal (2006), and by his sister, Dolly Chisick (December 2025).
Barney was born on April 27, 1955, in Winnipeg, where he lived his entire life. He spent his formative years on Lansdowne Avenue, a place that remained close to his heart and was filled with many fond memories throughout his life. Barney was the youngest of four children, and from an early age, he was a spirited and energetic presence, full of personality and spark.
Barney carried that same determination and energy into his adult life. With an unwavering work ethic, he pursued a career in education while working full-time, earning his degree from the University of Manitoba. He went on to dedicate many years to teaching and supporting schools throughout Winnipeg. Barney took great pride in helping students grow, always striving to make a lasting impression on the young people whose lives he touched.
He was fiercely loyal to his family, his friends, and the communities he served. Barney found joy in life’s simple and meaningful moments: cheering on the Chicago Bears, sharing vivid stories about his parents and days gone by, riding his motorcycle, and heading out on long road trips in his beloved Jeep, “Sparky,” always in search of the next good story.
Barney will be remembered for his strong spirit, his storytelling, his sense of humor, and the genuine care he showed to those around him. His presence filled a room, and his absence leaves a space that cannot be replaced. He will be deeply missed and forever remembered.
Funeral services were held on Friday, March 6, at Chesed Shel Emes, officiated by Rabbi Matthew Leibl. Pallbearers were Daniel Olin, Jason Olin, Laurie Gorenstein, Jeff Brown, Gavin Rich, and Mark Lomow. Honorary pallbearers were Brenlee Selchen, David Selchen, Shannon Chisick-Harman, Charlie Harman, Jordi Olin, Carrie Shenkarow, Rick Lousier, Ben Szymkow, Ron Nelson, Leroy Fox, Robert Marvin, and Gerry Dudley.
In memory of Barney, donations may be made to a charity of your choice.