Obituaries
BEVERLEY MANISHEN
It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Beverley Manishen at the great age of 95 on May 10, 2022 at the St. Boniface Hospital in Winnipeg.
She will be deeply missed by her sons James (Joy), Jeffrey (Joanne Anderson) and Dr. Wayne (Carol) Manishen, grandchildren Sarah, Ira, Aaron, Jaclyn and Joshua Manishen plus the many in Beverley’s extended family and friends. Shortly before her passing, Beverley was living in her own Tuxedo house, independent as always, shopping, cooking, reading her beloved New York Times, staying in touch with friends and observing the world with probing insight she never lost.
Beverley was born on January 4, 1927, the only child of Jack and Mary Stein. She grew up in the south end of Winnipeg, graduating from Kelvin High School and then attending the University of Manitoba. Beverley was an excellent pianist and Manitoba Music Festival winner. Adjudicator Arthur Benjamin – the famous composer/pianist and piano teacher of composer Benjamin Britten – was so taken with her playing, he offered to arrange a scholarship for her to study with him at London’s Royal College of Music. But that wasn’t something young Jewish Winnipeg girls did at that time. In keeping with that, a few years later a match made in heaven took place.
Picture a very dashing, charismatic, creative young man with a warm smile and playful humour. Now picture a sweet young thing, petite and pretty with an infectious laugh and eyes that sparkle. It is easy to see that on a warm summer’s night in Winnipeg Beach these two might spot each other and begin a love and friendship that would last a lifetime.
This was Melvin Manishen and Beverley Stein. They were married on July 2, 1947 and enjoyed almost 60 years together before Melvin passed away on November 10, 2006. Beverley mourned his loss every day for the rest of her life.
Beverley’s devotion to family-and-friends (notice the hyphen, because friends became family) was extraordinary. She was always there for everyone.
She understood the rough and tumble world of business and her support for Melvin’s career was unwavering. She knew that business owners needed to savor success in order to be motivated, and Beverley insisted Melvin feel that way while he worked so hard to support the family. Many business friends and rewards followed, both here and in Palm Springs where so many unforgettable winter moments were spent at the family retreat.
She was totally behind all the efforts of her three active sons, always there to stimulate their diverse interests as they moved forward with their lives. Her grandchildren were precious to her.
And then there were the friends, or better put, friends for life who adored Beverley. That was what she sincerely cultivated.
Beverley loved them all and went out of her way to know their deepest interests so that she could elevate their lives through a gesture, a gift – anything that would make them feel special and valued, aided by her incredible memory of their smallest details. Never did she attend a gathering without a call the next day to tell the host how much she enjoyed the event.
While fishing, golf, music and travel were passions that Beverley and Mel shared, community involvement and philanthropy have been central themes in the Manishen home. Beverley was a past president of the Shaarey Zedek Sisterhood as well as past president of the Israeli Chapter of Hadassah. No charity went unanswered.
Beverley’s funeral was held Friday May 13 at the Shaarey Zedek Memorial Park, Rabbi Anibal Mass officiating. Pallbearers were James, Joy, Jeffrey and Dr. Wayne Manishen, George Bricker and Dr. Neal Lerner. Special recognition must go to Wayne, whose extraordinary care for Beverley’s needs permitted her comfort and security over many months.
Donations in Beverley’s memory may be made to Congregation Shaarey Zedek, L’Dor Va Dor Capital Campaign at https://szfuture.ca or by calling 204-452-3711.
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.