Obituaries
BARRY ALVIN GREEN August 15, 1952 – August 4, 2020
With profound sadness we announce the sudden passing of our dear brother and cherished uncle, Barry Green, on Tuesday, August 4, 2020, a few days shy of his 68th birthday.
Barry overcame many hardships and obstacles during his lifetime. Although he struggled with physical and cognitive challenges from birth, he accepted his lot in life with happiness and positivity.
Barry was employed with the Manitoba Government Postal Services for 25 years.
Barry enjoyed many years of supported independent living, at the Rosh Pina Housing Co-op. It was there that a special person noticed Barry required more care and support. Wendy Weisbrodt, Home Care Coordinator of Winnipeg North, made the connection with Nancy Hughes, Executive Director of Shalom Residences, which began the process for Barry to have the most wonderful, meaningful and caring independent life. Barry travelled to Vancouver, Toronto, Las Vegas and more, and attended all of Shalom’s celebrations and events. Barry was happy, busy and fulfilled. He also fulfilled a dream and travelled to Israel with the support of Rabbi Shalom Rappaport, OBM.
Barry was the consummate Winnipeg fan – the Bombers, the Jets, the Wesman as well as Burton Cummings and Randy Bachman, two of his all-time favourites.
The last two and half years of Barry’s life were spent at the Simkin Centre where he blossomed into the “Official Greeter / Ambassador” of the Centre. Always in a Jets t-shirt, jersey or t-shirt with favorite slogans, Barry had his place in the lobby and was always up for a good game of Jewish geography and a warm welcome for visitors and residents of the Simkin Centre.
Nothing was more important to Barry than his family, whom he always spoke of with love and pride. We would look forward to Barry’s daily calls, which now are sorely missed.
As a brother, it was he who taught us by example the most important, basic lessons in life; to appreciate what we have, to love our family and to show compassion and empathy to others.
Barry was predeceased by his devoted parents, Rowena (July 1976) and Irwin (June 2007) and by his adoring grandparents, Manly and Goldie Rosenblat and Harry and Ida Green. Barry is survived by his sisters, Sharon Zalik (Gordon Kay) and Marsha Friedman, as well as his loving nieces, Ronit and Kari Zalik and Shira and Hadara Friedman, all special and adored in his eyes.
Gratitude and appreciation to the caring staff at Community Living Disability Services, home care, all the staff at Shalom Residences, with special mention to Natasha and Darren, to the warm and compassionate staff on Weinberg 2, as well as Barry’s buddies in the Administrative Offices and front desk at Simkin.
Thanks to Dr. Cara Katz for her expert medical care and for giving Barry a new lease on life.
Barry was laid to rest on Thursday, August 6 at the Shaarey Zedek Cemetery. Rabbi Avrohom Altein officiated.
If desired, donations in Barry’s memory can be made to Shalom Residences, the Simkin Centre or to a charity of your choice.
Rest in peace dear brother and Uncle Barry. We will miss you and love you forever.
Obituaries
MARK BERNARD SCHACTER
May 12, 1946 – October 19, 2025
We are sad to announce that Mark Schacter died peacefully in Vancouver on October 19, 2025, at age 79.
He was born in Winnipeg on May 12, 1946, and moved to Vancouver at the age of 22 to seek his fortune, and lived and worked there for the rest of his life, in a number of careers. He was a raconteur, a free spirit, a sports fan, a close observer of current events, and a good friend to many, as far away as Rio de Janeiro and Los Angeles. He attended the Canada-Russia hockey series in Moscow in 1972, flew on the Concorde to London, and went to Rio for Carnival on a number of occasions.
He is survived by his brother and sister-in-law Brent Schacter and Sora Ludwig, nieces Miriam Stoller (Michael), Isanne Schacter, and Jennifer Schacter (Neil Rockman), grandnieces Reina and Maddie Stoller, Beatrice Schacter, and Sally Rockman, and grandnephew Jacob Rockman.
He was laid to rest in the Shaarey Zedek Cemetery near his parents on October 22, 2025. May his memory be a blessing.
Donations in his memory may be made to Yaletown House (www.yaletown.org) where he resided or to the charity of your choice.
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GLORIA GERSHMAN
Our beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Gloria Beatrice Gershman (née Lipchen), lived 95 remarkable years filled with love, laughter, resilience, generosity, a youthful spirit and a touch of mischief. Gloria passed away peacefully on October 16, 2025, in Winnipeg, Manitoba.
She was predeceased by her parents Rose and Nathan Lipchen, her husband George Gershman in 2016 and her grandson Jesse Short-Gershman in 2014. Gloria is survived by her three children: Darryl (Diane), Shelley (David), and Stu (Niki), eight grandchildren: Rachel, Daniel (Yeraldin), Mike (Hannah), Kara, Emily, Ashley (Andy), Max, Zak, and two great-grandchildren Ari and Grayson.
Born in Winnipeg on November 27, 1929, Gloria spent her early childhood in Yorkton, Saskatchewan, before returning to Winnipeg in 1940. Gloria and George married in 1949, residing in Winnipeg until moving to Miami, Florida in 1958 and returning to Winnipeg in 1961.
Gloria attended business college and worked at the Shaarey Zedek Synagogue and Glendale Golf Course. She volunteered in the community conducting hearing tests for elementary school children.
To our family, Gloria was our biggest supporter, our safe place, our guiding voice, and our example of what it means to be strong, independent, loyal, resilient, and generous. Gloria was known for her wonderful sense of humour and occasional salty language.
Gloria’s talents included sewing, knitting, needle working, cooking, baking, gardening and bowling. The family loved her homemade cookies.
She was devoted to her grandchildren and shared a special and unique relationship with each of them. She adored every moment she spent with Ari and Grayson, who brought her joy in her later years.
Gloria was a regular with the super seniors at the local McDonalds. During the Covid pandemic, she and her friends held “parking lot gatherings” at McDonald’s, sitting in their cars, chatting through windows, laughing, and refusing to let isolation dull their spirits.
She was an unofficial counsellor and second mother for many of our friends, offering warmth, insight, honesty, and love.
Gloria cheered (sometimes colourfully) for her Winnipeg Blue Bomber and Jets, rarely missing a televised game.
Mom wanted her family to live their best lives; Mom’s memory will forever be a blessing and legacy for her loving family.
Among the many people we thank, we give a special thanks to Dr. Ify Osagie and mom’s dear health care companion Tess Barillos.
Graveside funeral was held on October 20, 2025, at the Shaarey Zedek Cemetery.
Donations in Gloria’s memory may be made to the Buddy Check for Jesse Society, supporting youth mental health in honour of her grandson: https://buddycheckforjesse.com/ donate/
Obituaries
MARC AARON COHEN
It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of Marc Aaron Cohen on Thursday, October 16, 2025, at the age of 55, following a brave battle with cancer.
Survived by his parents Lawrence and Dolly (Reesa) Cohen, sister Michelle (Ben) Levich, nephew Seth Levich, auntie Deanna Cohen, uncle Sherv Sharagge, and many cousins.
Marc was in love with his career. He was passionate about trucking and was good at it, wearing several hats during his career. He was a dispatcher, a long haul and local trucker, and an instructor to new truckers, while working for several trucking companies including Quick Transfer, Big Freight, and Gershman Transport. Marc received numerous awards and recognitions during his career including the Elite Award for Excellence in Performance in 2014 and 2015 from Big Freight. His commitment to the trucking industry led him to be chosen for the Industry Excellence Award in 2015 from the Manitoba Trucking Association.
Marc’s second love was riding his Harley-Davidson motorcycle. Being on his motorcycle brought him so much joy. He loved playing, watching and coaching football. He was active in the Nomad Football Club. Being outdoors in any kind of weather was his favorite place to be.
The family would like to thank the amazing staff at Brightwater Tuxedo, Health Science Center, and St Boniface Hospital. We are grateful for the compassionate care they provided Marc.
Donations in Marc’s memory can be made to Cancer Care Manitoba Foundation. 204-787-4143.