Obituaries
FRITZI TELPNER
With deep sadness, the family announces the passing of Fritzi Telpner (nee Shuckett) on Tuesday June 2, 2020 at the age of 98.
Predeceased by her parents Jacob and Rachel Shuckett, her beloved husband Gene and her siblings Ben, Nate, Dave, Esther, Goldie and Morley, she will lovingly be remembered by her three children Terri Lee (John), Ron (Patsy) and Wendy (Harry), five grandchildren, Jordan (Heather), Michael (Carly), Meghan (Josh), Lauren (Dan) and Cara Jane (Trevor), five great grandchildren, Mia, Avi , Finley, Annie and Sonny. She is survived by sisters-in-law Sally Shuckett and Sally Telpner and brother-in-law Maynard Telpner as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Fritzi was born in Dauphin, Manitoba on October 7, 1921 and grew up on Machray Avenue in Winnipeg. Fritzi married the love of her life Gene Telpner on November 13, 1945. After living in Omaha for a few years, they returned to Winnipeg. where Gene was a successful journalist. Together they travelled the world and made life long friends from every walk of life. Gene and Fritzi were inseparable for almost 60 years. They loved spending winters in Hawaii but they were always happy to return home to Winnipeg. Fritzi’s devotion to Gene in his final years was unparalleled.
Dignity and grace are the two words that best describe Fritzi. People gravitated toward her. Her natural warmth and genuine interest in everyone made her very special. She was outgoing and always looked stylish. As matriarch of the Shuckett family and the last remaining sibling, she was adored by her many nieces, nephews and friends of her children and grandchildren.
There was nobody like Fritzi. Her home was open to family and friends and her table was always elegant and laden with incredible gourmet delights. Her beautiful dining room table, which belonged to her parents, has remained in the family and holds fond memories of countless happy occasions. Fritzi was making jam, pickles and her famous short bread cookies well into her mid-nineties. Her recipes have been passed down to generations and will continue to be made in loving memory.
Family was everything to Fritzi. She was so proud of her children and grandchildren who were very devoted to her. She had a special bond with each one who felt that he or she was the favourite. She listened and gave advice on everything with honesty. She had a unique sixth sense and always knew if someone was keeping a secret. Being Great Grandma Fritzi to Annie, Sonny, Mia, Avi and Finley brought her sheer joy.
Fritzi enjoyed her ten years at the Shaftesbury and appreciated the wonderful team there. She rarely missed her daily exercise class or evening movie. She was blessed with some very special caregivers, the kindest angels from Esther’s Group, whose devotion provided an atmosphere of compassion and dignity. The family will be forever grateful. Many thanks to family and friends for their loyalty and devotion.
Due to current restrictions, there was a a private family graveside service officiated by Rabbi Kliel Rose, Congregation Etz Chayim and private Shiva. Pallbearers were Jordan Farber, Robert Lecker, Paul Shuckett, Brian Lecker, Adam Lecker and Jodi Hyman.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Fritzi’s memory to the 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).