Obituaries
MOSHE REUTER December 23, 1929-May 29, 2020
It is with great sadness that the family of Moshe Reuter announces his death on Friday May 29, 2020 (6 Sivan, 5780) in Winnipeg at the age of 90 years.
He was a devoted husband to Nehama (65 years), a loving father to Orit, Tali, and Shelley, a supportive father-in-law to Ami and Grant, a fiercely proud grandfather (Saba) to Michael (Sheryl), Daniel (Angela), Liat (Adam), Danit, Eidan, and Jonah. Moshe was a joyful great grandfather to Annie and Arthur, to Noah and Abby, and to Gabriel and Vienna.
Moshe was predeceased by his mother Elka and father Shraga. He leaves behind his sister Aviva and brother Avram and many nieces and nephews in Israel.
Moshe was born in what was then known as British ruled Palestine and participated in the establishment of Israel. In 1946, at the age of 17, he participated in underground manoeuvres against the British rule. In 1948 he fought in Israel’s War of Independence, in 1956 the Sinai War, and in 1967 the Six Day War. He immigrated to Canada with his young family in 1967. He became a Canadian citizen who worked hard to provide for his family and to ensure that his children would have an education and a good life. He was a proud Canadian and grateful for the opportunity this country afforded him. Moshe enjoyed working and meeting people from all walks of life and from all corners of the world. He spoke a few words in many languages enabling him to greet people in their mother tongue as a sign of respect and appreciation.
Moshe established successful grocery businesses and ultimately opened Falafel Place, which allowed him to pursue his love for cooking. Unfortunately, he became ill and was unable to continue in the restaurant. As was Moshe’s personality, he turned this misfortune into an opportunity to pursue other lifelong learning. He became involved in wood carving, paper tole art, and honed a new skill in computers. He attended the Rady Centre Gym and later became involved in the Deer Lodge PRIME day program. He was respected in the community and recognized as a mensch.
Thank you to the staff at Riverview Palliative Care for their compassionate care. Thank you to all the staff at PRIME. The care demonstrated there epitomized and illustrated the ultimate in patient and family centered care. This program served to enhance the quality of Moshe’s life in every way. The family is very grateful to everyone on the team. Nancy Fiebelkorn, Moshe’s Case Manager was our lifeline.
We love you forever and you will always be in our thoughts.
A private service was held at Rosh Pina Memorial Park on May 31, 2020. The Shiva is also private due to Covid-19 social distancing considerations.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Deer Lodge Centre PRIME program or to the charity of your 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.