Ethel Doreen Brook

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On Sunday, October 25th, 2020, Ethel Larkins peacefully passed away at Lions Prairie Manor. She lived her life to the fullest for the past 93 years.
Left to cherish her memories are her children David (Dianne) of Saskatoon, Kenneth of Winnipeg, Ronald of Portage, Robert (Carol) of Portage, Donna (Kevin) of Portage, Valerie of Portage, Debbie (Ron) of Delta, Alice (Garry) of Portage, Heather (Drew) of Portage, Norma (Albert) of Sandy Bay, Marjorie (Cam) of Portage, Keith (Debbie) of Consort, AB and Brenda (Donny) of High Bluff, son-in-law Charlie Hollohan, as well as numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren, she will also be missed by Evelyn Higgens, extended family and friends.
Ethel was predeceased by her parents Harry and Mildred Brook, husband Donald, daughter Linda Hollohan (Flynn), son Bryan Larkins, sons-in-law Kenneth Orr and Bill Flynn, daughters-in-law Audrey Larkins and Eileen Larkins.
Ethel was born on February 20th, 1927 in Portage la Prairie. She was raised on her family farm North of Portage along the Portage Creek. Ethel attended Portage Creek School for grades 1-9, and took grade 10 by correspondence. She was an avid baseball and football player. She was also the first women to join a 4-H Beef Club, as her family raised sheep and cattle.
On September 18th, 1944 she married Donald Larkins, together they raised 15 children. They went a couple trips to England to visit Donald?s family, Niagara Falls for a late honey moon, several trips to British Columbia, Woodstock and fishing trips to The Pas with family.
Ethel worked at the Portage Indian Residental School, MDC, Lions Prairie Manor, Agassiz Youth Centre, and Camp Totogan as a cook. She also sold Avon and Tupperware. With all her spare time raising her kids she even found time to volunteer as a 4-H leader for the Oakland Variety Club.
Ethel enjoyed spending time with her family, one of her favourite annual events was the Portage Ex. She enjoyed watching her grandchildren and great grandchildren show their cattle, at their 4-H achievements. She loved hosting all the holiday meals at the farm and playing cards after the meal was finished. Playing Bingo on Saturday evenings, watching game shows, listening to CFRY, watching the birds out her windows and being part of the UCW were also some of her many hobbies. She was an avid baker, and always had a sweet treat beside her, which has passed on through the generations.
Ethel spent the last year of her life at the Lions Prairie Manor. Here she enjoyed doing puzzles, playing bingo, getting her nails done and playing crib.
The family would like to thank the staff on Walker Road for their care, and a special nurse?s aide Kim. After Covid 19 hit she was the inside angel who kept Grandma going while other family members couldn?t visit.
A private family service will be held at Hillside Cemetery.
If friends so desire donations may be made to a charity of one?s choice.
A tree will be planted in memory and cared for by McKenzies Portage Funeral Chapel.

Ethel married Donald Arthur Larkins on 18 Sep 1944. Donald was born on 2 Jan 1910 in Rackheath, Norfolk, England, United Kingdom; died on 15 Jun 1987 in Portage la Prairie, Manitoba, Canada. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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It is with great sadness we regret to announce the sudden passing of Ken Larkins, on October 23, 2021 at Portage District General Hospital at the age of 75 years.
Ken will lovingly be remembered by his two sons, Scott (Marla), Craig (Chris); grandchildren Turner, Jace and Skye; siblings, David (Dianne) Larkins, Ronald Larkins, Robert (Carol) Larkins, Donna (Kevin) Mason, Valerie Orr, Debbie (Ron) Garnham, Alice (Garry) Godfrey, Heather (Drew) Stobie, Norma (Albert) Larkins, Keith (Debbie) Larkins, Marjorie (Cam) Larkins, Brenda (Donnie) Little; brother-in-law Charlie Hollohan; also left to cherish his memory are numerous, nieces, nephews relatives and friends.
Ken was predeceased by his loving wife Eileen Larkins; parents Donald and Ethel, siblings Linda and Bryan, sisters-in-law Audrey Larkins and Anne Tuckett, brothers-in-law Bill Flynn, Ken Orr and Brian Tuckett.
Ken was born December 11, 1945 in Portage la Prairie, Manitoba. He was the second eldest of 15 siblings. Ken lived most of his life on the family farm, where he learned the value of hard work. Hunting was a big part of living on the farm, but it was not something Ken enjoyed. In fact he could often be seen waving his arms behind his father?s back hoping to scare away the animals as his father took aim. As a young adult Ken left the family Farm to pursue employment in Winnipeg. During his time in Winnipeg he met Eileen Frew. They fell in love and were married on July 21 1975. In 1976 Eileen gave birth to their first son Kenneth Scott. A year later they packed up and moved out west to Regina. In Regina Ken enjoyed working at Chicken on the Run and being in the restaurant industry. In 1979 Ken and Eileen welcomed their second son Craig into the world. It was also during their time in Regina that Ken and Eileen began to cheer for the Saskatchewan Roughriders, even dressing the boys in Riders gear (something they deny to this day). Ken loved Regina and made numerous friends whom he stayed in contact with throughout the years. But having the majority of both their families in Manitoba they decided in 1984 to head back to Winnipeg. Ken found employment at Red Carpet Coffee vending company, where he worked until the company closed. He worked various jobs over the years but always found joy working for Chicken Delight. Ken retired from Pallisser furniture, but continued to manage the Chicken Delight in Transcona for many years until he finally retired fully. In retirement Ken enjoyed the extra time he was able to spend with his grandkids and could often be found catching up with friends over coffee. As the kids got older Ken would always try to get to all there sporting events and school functions. He could often be heard cheering from the crowd at the kids games.
Ken loved sports including football, hockey and especially curling. He even got into the Raptors basketball playoffs. His passion was football though and would attend Grey Cup parties every year with good friends. Anyone that knows Ken, will fondly remember his epic dance moves at socials, and weddings, often taking over the dance floor! Ken was an entertainer and loved to make people laugh. He was a jokester and loved to get people going, especially his niece Susan. Ken had his own language that nobody could seem to replicate or understand, except maybe his pets and other animals. This language was not only used around family members, but sometimes it would come out when trying to order a sub from Subway or anywhere in public really. Often to the confusion from the person serving him and met by laughter with those around him.
Ken loved dogs and anywhere he lived there was always a dog around. When Eileen passed away suddenly in 2018, Ken found himself lonely and he filled that loneliness with his beautiful dog Ella. Ken had a special bond with dogs and was given the nickname the Dog Father, as dogs would gravitate to him. The last few years Ken found himself back to where his life started in Portage la Prairie. He moved in with his sister Debbie and her husband Ron in their home at Delta beach. Ken and Ron would spend hours chatting and always had visitors stopping by. Moving back to Portage la Prairie, Ken was able to reconnect with many friends he hadn?t seen in years. He was so happy and Ron, Debbie and family were happy to have him.
A private family viewing was held in Portage la Prairie. A memorial service will take place in Winnipeg at a later date; information will be added once available.
A tree will be planted in memory and cared for by McKenzies Portage Funeral Chapel.

Kenneth married Eileen Frew on 21 Jul 1975. Eileen died in 2018. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

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It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Linda Hollohan on February 11, 2018. She leaves to mourn her daughter Teresa (Gary) Barrault; grandchildren Jade (Eric) and Jaggar Barrault; husband Wayne (Charlie) Hollohan; mother Ethel and siblings David (Dianne) Larkins, Ken (Eileen) Larkins, Ron Larkins, Bob (Carol) Larkins, Keith Larkins, Brian Larkins, Donna (Kevin) Mason, Valerie Orr, Debbie (Ron) Garnham, Alice (Garry) Godfrey, Heather (Drew) Stobie, Norma Larkins, Marjorie (Cam) Larkins and Brenda (Donny) Little. Predeceased by her devoted husband Bill Flynn; father Donald Larkins; sister-in -law Audrey Larkins; brother-in-laws Ken Orr, Jim Flynn, Pat Flynn and Charlie Flynn. She was born on June 11, 1947, daughter of Donald & Ethel Larkins at Portage la Prairie, MB. She was raised on the family farm and received her education at Portage Creek School. In 1969 she married Bill Flynn and they farmed north of High Bluff, MB until there retirement in1985. In 1992 they moved into Portage la Prairie where they resided until Bill?s passing in 1999. Linda was a homemaker for many years on the farm. She enjoyed going out for coffee, listening to music, gardening, crafting and especially spending time with family. She had a love for animals and enjoyed baking. In 2001 she married Wayne Hollohan and remained in Portage until the last few years where she resided at the Lions Prairie Manor. Anytime you wanted to make her smile all you had to do was mention her grandchildren Jade and Jaggar, they brought her such great happiness. We wish to extend our sincere thanks to the doctors, nurses, support staff of the Portage District General Hospital and Lions Prairie Manor involved in providing care for her. A special thanks to all who made a point of stopping in and visiting, your visits were greatly treasured. Funeral Service will be held Thursday, February 15, 2018 at Trinity United Church, Portage la Prairie, MB at 1:30 p.m. A private family interment will take place at Hillside Cemetery. If friends so desire memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association.

Linda married William Flynn in 1969. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Linda married Wayne Hollohan in 2001. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]