Obituaries
THE HONOURABLE RUTH KRINDLE
February 6, 1943 – December 22, 2024
It is with deep sadness that the family announces her passing after a brief illness.
Left with love in their hearts are her spouse, Bev Stacey and her family, brother David (Jackie), sister-in-law Devorah, her nieces and nephews and their families.
Ruth was born and raised in Winnipeg. She attended a number of public schools in Winnipeg’s North End, completing her high school in 1959. She then took two years of arts at United College and entered the Manitoba Law School as one of only six women, receiving her LLB from the University of Manitoba.
She was called to the Bar of Manitoba in 1968. She practiced in the area of labour law until 1970, when she was appointed a prosecutor by the Province of Manitoba. In that role, she appeared in all levels of court within Manitoba and before the Supreme Court of Canada. In 1976, she was appointed Chair of the Manitoba Labour Board. In 1977, she returned to private practice, largely chairing private labour arbitration tribunals. In 1980, she was appointed a judge of the County Court of Winnipeg and in 1984, a judge of the general division of the Court of Queen’s Bench. During her years as a trial judge, she presided over a number of high-profile, lengthy, complex criminal trials. She retired from the Court of Queen’s Bench in 2002. Ruth was the first woman to chair the Manitoba Labour Board and the first woman appointed by the Federal Government to the bench in Manitoba.
While on the bench, Ruth was a sessional lecturer in criminal law at the U of M Law School, and was involved in developing and delivering continuing legal education programs to lawyers and judges. She was a valued mentor to many younger colleagues. For the National Judicial Institute and the Canadian Judicial Council, she presented courses for judges across Canada on the Charter, criminal evidence and practice, and jury trials. On her retirement, she was appointed to the position of Arbitrator under the Northern Flood Agreement. Also, by agreement of the parties, as a pilot project, she was involved in resolving numerous Manitoba Residential Schools claims out-of-court.
In 2000, Ruth was presented with a Distinguished Service Award by the Manitoba Bar Association acknowledging her service to the legal profession and the community at large. In 2002, she was presented with the Hero Award by the Canadian Bar Association Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Conference in recognition of her contribution to the cause of equality for the LGBT communities.
Ruth embraced her retirement pursuing a Masters’ degree in Art History. She and Bev travelled extensively in France, England and Italy documenting sculptures in churches concentrating on the sculptures on the Abbey Church of Sainte-Marie at Souillac for her thesis. She also researched the history and wrote a paper on the Anglican Cathedral Church of St. John in Winnipeg.
In accordance with Ruth’s wishes, cremation has taken place and no service will be held. A reception will be held in April.
The family extends heartfelt thanks to the compassionate and dedicated staff at Riverview Health Centre.
Donations in Ruth’s memory can be made to charities close to her heart: the School of Contemporary Dancers, Main Street Project and Harvest Manitoba or to a charity of your choosing.
Obituaries
KEVIN PAUL STEINBERG June 1, 1967 – October 29, 2025
It is with deep love and sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Kevin Steinberg (O’Neil) on October 29, 2025 at the age of 58 in Winnipeg, Manitoba. He will be forever remembered by his mom Donna, sister Debbie (Marc), brother Jeff (Jocelyn), nieces and nephews, Josh (Dena), Zach, Samantha (Sean), Jaidyn, Jordyn, Jilliyn, Jayson and great-nephew Benny, his aunts, uncles, cousins and countless friends across Winnipeg, Toronto, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Palm Springs and beyond. Kevin was predeceased by his dad Eddie and stepdad Ernest.
Born and raised in Winnipeg, Kevin moved to Toronto at 19 years of age. He attended Ryerson Theatre School and quickly earned his Equity and ACTRA cards. After winning the U.S. Green Card Lottery he moved to Los Angeles. Within a couple of years he appeared on Seinfeld, Frasier, Married with Children and more. He later worked behind the scenes in TV and film. Kevin also had a great job in catering and told fun stories of the famous people he worked for in L.A.
In 2006 Kevin returned home to Winnipeg, where he continued acting and design. He later moved back to Toronto to join a design firm. It was there he was diagnosed with Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma, a rare head and neck cancer. Despite his diagnosis, Kevin lived fully – auditioning, writing and travelling. During COVID he launched a podcast – Everyday Heroes. He also shared cooking videos, learned to sketch and kept creating. Kevin thrived, inspiring everyone around him with his resilience, humour and zest for life. Kevin always lived “in the moment”, he embraced life as it came. He will be remembered for his creativity, humour, courage and the joy he brought to everyone around him.
The family would like to thank Dr. Michael Hochman, CancerCare Manitoba, Lisa and the whole team at Palliative Care, Rabbi Matthew Leibl, Chapel Lawn Funeral Home and MAID.
Kevin requested that donations be made to the Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma Research Foundation www.accrf.org
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Howard Lorne Tennenhouse March 7, 1956 – October 16, 2025
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Howard (Howie) Lorne Tennenhouse. He passed away on October 16, 2025, after a courageous ten-month battle with pancreatic cancer. Howie fought with every ounce of strength and determination he had.
Born on March 7, 1956, Howie earned his BA from the University of Winnipeg in 1976 and his law degree from the University of Manitoba in 1979. While attending the University of Manitoba, he met his devoted partner, Susan. After dating for five years they were married on November 14, 1982. Susan and Howie supported one another throughout their life together, and she stood by his side with unwavering devotion until the very end.
Howie was the proud father of three daughters and sons-in-law, Lauren (Jesse), Ellie (Evan), and Shira (Gideon) and the adoring Zaida How, to Jack, Joey, Charlotte (Charlie), and Brandon (Bran). He is also survived by his two sisters, Judy Mahon (and her family) and Penny Tennenhouse (Bill). Howie’s family was his greatest joy and the center of his world, and to his family he was a fierce protector and the most enthusiastic supporter.
Outside of his love for family, Howie’s heart belonged in Israel. He took immense pride in seeing the love of Israel and Jewish traditions passed down from his parents to his children and grandchildren.
Howie’s funeral was held on Sunday , October 19, 2025 at the Etz Chayim Synagogue with burial at the Rosh Pina Cemetery. Thank you to Rabbi Kliel Rose and to the pallbearers Morley Hoffman, Alden Hoffman, Joey Pollock, Harvey Oman, Evan Reinblatt, and Jesse Marantz. A big thank you to the doctors at Cancer Care Manitoba who worked tirelessly to care for Howie, and the incredible team at the Riverview Palliative Ward. A special heartfelt thank you to Dr. Qamar for her devotion to Howie. Your care and kindness meant the world to the entire family.
Donations in Howie’s memory can be made to Cancer Care Manitoba or to Riverview Palliative Care Ward 3E.
Howie was a passionate, loving, and larger-than-life presence. He will always be missed and never forgotten.
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HARRY KREEL April 9, 1927 – October 20, 2025
It is with profound sadness that the family of Harry Kreel announces his passing on October 20, 2025 at the age of 98 years. He was predeceased by his parents, Ben and Rebecca Kreel; his brothers, Isadore and Boris Kreel; and his beloved wife Myrna, to whom he was married for 68 years.
Left to mourn his passing are his daughter Eileen; his son Darrell (Nicole); and his grandson Benjamin Kreel.
Harry was born and raised in Regina, Saskatchewan and moved to Winnipeg in his early 20s. He spent his career in education. He was the Director of Special Education for the Winnipeg School Division, Principal of R.B. Russell Vocational School and he also taught in the Faculty of Education at the University of Manitoba.
Our parents loved to travel, and throughout their lives they travelled extensively throughout Canada, the United States and the Caribbean. Upon his retirement, he and our mother were able to spend many wonderful winters in Palm Springs, as well as many visits to New York to visit family. The highlight for them was their trip to Israel, which was something they had always wanted to do, and they did.
Funeral Services were held on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, graveside at the Shaarey Zedek Cemetery. We would like to express our sincerest thanks to Rabbi Carney Rose for officiating and for delivering a most beautiful and heartfelt service.
To the pallbearers, you know who you are, and we would like to thank you for being there for our father. We would also, at this time, like to thank the wonderful staff of Weinberg I at the Simkin Centre. You treated our father with the utmost kindness, respect, dignity and compassion, and for that we will be forever grateful. And last but certainly not least, to Sheryl, Tia, and Victoria Levine, to Leslie Stokoloff and Joe Lacey, we will be forever grateful for all your love and support during this most difficult time.
Should anyone so desire, donations may be made in our father’s memory to the Saul and Claribel Simkin Centre or CancerCare Manitoba.