Obituaries
EVELYN RAYMAN April 26, 1920 – June 26, 2017
It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that the family of Evelyn Rayman announces her passing on June 26, 2017. Evelyn passed away peacefully in her home with her son Marty and daughter-in-law Lori by her side.
The funeral service was held July 2, 2017 at the Congregation Etz Chayim, with interment at B’nai Abraham Cemetery. The pallbearers were Marc Raymond, Slayden Adleman, Alan Shell, Andrew Kaplan, Earl Glinter and Joel Dudeck.
Evelyn was predeceased by her parents, Max and Bessie Shell, her husband of 49 years, Bennie Rayman, aunt and uncle, Ida and Irv Klasser, aunt Rose Shapiro, uncle and aunt George and Gertie Klasser, sister-in-law Sylvia Pollock, brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Joey and Evelyn Raymond, sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Jean and Maurice Adleman, and sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Reene and Jack Yaren.
Evelyn is survived by her son Marty (Lori), daughter Karla (Eugene) Marks, granddaughter Lana (Doug) Pulver, granddaughter Kerri (Rob) Chetner, great-grandchildren, Bennie, Chloe, Max and Lola, brother Eddie (Rose) Shell, as well as many nephews and nieces. Evelyn was blessed to live a long and full life. She was a homemaker while Dad worked in his business enterprises in both the personal care home and restaurant industries.
From the early 1950s until Dad’s passing in 1990, the family enjoyed the cottage at Winnipeg Beach during the summers. The Sunday night barbeques with the Adlemans and the Shells were legendary. From 1976 until 1980, the family enjoyed being active members of the Royal Manitoba Yacht Club. From 1980 until 1983, the family continued boating at the Redboine Boating Club.
Mom and Dad travelled the world and wintered in Palm Springs, California from 1973 until 1990. After Dad’s passing, Mom continued going to Palm Springs until 2008.
When her husband Bennie passed away in 1990, Evelyn exhibited immense strength of character. She continued to be a strong, vibrant, dynamic and fiercely independent woman until dementia progressively took hold and affected her.
Evelyn had a very extraordinary bond with her brother Eddie Shell. They could have not have been closer. She also enjoyed a unique relationship with her sister-in-law Jean and brother-in-law Maurice Adleman whom were business partners for 40 years. Mom was well respected and had many lifelong friendships.
Mom was very stylish and very much into fashion. She always took great pride in her appearance, always being perfectly attired, and never a hair out of place. She was affectionately referred to as “the blonde bombshell”.
In later years while in Palm Springs, Evelyn’s artistic talents emerged. Evelyn was a gifted sculptor and made many beautiful pieces of art work. She was a lifelong avid majong player and enjoyed her weekly games with her friends.
Family was very important to Mom. She always had family in her home during holidays, and always provided lots of her food and baking. Mom enjoyed yiddish kite and took pride in observing our traditions. Mom was a life supporter of B’nai B’rith as well as Hadassah-Wizo.
The family cannot adequately express our sincere, heartfelt appreciation to Mom’s wonderful caregivers over the last number of years. Elizabeth, Tess, Ligaya and Marlyn cared for Mom with true love and compassion. They greatly elevated Mom’s quality of life.
Mom’s passing leaves a huge void in our lives. We will strive to honour her blessed memory. Although she is gone, she will remain forever in our hearts.
If so desired, donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Manitoba, 120 Donald St., Winnipeg, MB R3C 4G2, (204) 943-6622, or a charity of one’s choice.
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/
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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.