Obituaries
ELEANOR HERST (née STERIN)May 22, 1930- May 26, 2023
Eleanor was born in Winnipeg on May 22, 1930 to Edith and Harry Sterin. Eleanor was a younger sister to William Sterin. She was predeceased by her parents and brother, as well as her beloved husband, Max Herst.
Eleanor grew up in Lestock, Saskatchewan. The family moved back to Winnipeg for Eleanor to attend St. John’s High School. Upon graduation, Eleanor entered business college, then worked for the Manitoba Grain Exchange until she married in 1954 and became a fulltime housewife, then a mother.
Eleanor was elegant, creative and interested in art, history, movies, theatre and all things current. She was renowned for her cooking and baking and beautiful way of entertaining. She was always interested in learning and took classes in flower arranging, pottery, and knitting. Later in life she attended continuing education classes at the University of Winnipeg – mostly in art and history. Another love of Eleanor’s was travel.
Eleanor had been an active member of Pioneer Women, where she made many close friends. She had been their card chairperson for a few decades.
Eleanor was a doting grandmother to her three grandchildren and will be lovingly remembered by them.
The family would like to thank Dr. Ruth Simkin and Dr. Jessica Lezen for their excellent and compassionate care.
We are also grateful for the care that Eleanor received from everyone at Shaftesbury Retirement Residence, all of the healthcare aides, the dining hall staff, the directors, Brandi and Cheryl, nurse Erica, and especially nurse Jennifer. You made Eleanor’s time at Shaftesbury most comfortable and pleasant.
Lastly, but most of all we are indebted to our mother’s caregiver, companion and friend, Manny. Manny took mom on outings to the park, for ice cream and outdoor walks while she was still able. Manny ensured that mom was not only well taken care of but kept her looking her best. Our deepest gratitude to Manny.
Eleanor leaves to mourn: her daughter Debra Herst, daughter and son-in-law Carol and Neil Duboff, grandchildren Jonathan and Narisa Duboff, Michael Duboff and Juli Mandelbaum, Rachel and Jonathan Katz, great-granddaughter Phoebe Katz and numerous nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Alzheimer Society or a charity of your choice.
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ESTHER MINUK Dec. 27, 1932 – April 3, 2026
Esther Bat Hershel Ve Devorah
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Esther Minuk, beloved matriarch of our family. She was predeceased by her bashert, her beloved husband, Julius; her parents, Doris and Harry Golub; and her sister, Evelyn (Herbie).
Esther was a loving and proud mother, Baba, and Great-Baba to her children Yale, Rhonda (Tom), Perry (Abby), Jody, and Marla (Franklin); her grandchildren Jordan (Amy), Daniel (Allie), Allie (Jordan), Hannah, and Lily; and her great-grandchildren Julian, Aidan, and Eddie.
Known to many as `Queen Esther’, she led with kindness and integrity, always seeing the good in others. Her home was open and welcoming, filled with warmth, laughter, and love. She was sharp, compassionate, and deeply devoted to her family. We are heartbroken and forever grateful for the love and legacy she leaves behind. She will be eternally missed by her family.
Memorial donations may be made to B’nai Brith of Canada Foundation, 416-633-6224, https://bit.ly/4bRsabI or Sunnybrook Foundation, 416-480-4483, www.sunnybrook.ca/foundation
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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.
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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).