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Gerald Arthur George Betker

December 1, 1959 ~ July 11, 2021

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Gerald Betker, our beloved Husband, Dad, Grandpa, Brother, Uncle, and Friend, on July 11, 2021 at the age of 61. 

He will be greatly missed by his wife Sandy, his daughter Kerry (Ben), grandsons Owen and Griffin, his son Clint (Shantelle), grandsons Gavyn and Sterling, and his granddaughter who we will meet in December.  He also leaves behind his siblings, David, Garry (Donna), Bruce (Tammy), Cindy, Fred (Leanne), and many nieces, nephews, family, and friends. 

He was predeceased by his parents, George and Gertrude Betker (Koster). 

Family was very important to him.  He was very proud of growing up on the family farm and knew Seddons Corner would always be his home.  He met his wife Sandy at the Seddons Corner restaurant in 1991, they married in 1993 and they built their life in Seddons Corner, close to Gerald’s family.  He loved lilacs and would always stop to pick some and bring them home to Sandy when they were in bloom. 

Gerald loved the outdoors.  He spent much of his time fishing, and hunting.  He believed bear fat was the cure for almost anything, and was always looking for the perfect rig and fishing spot.  He loved being out on his boat, especially with Clint and Gavyn, or out on Kerry’s dock fishing with Owen and Griffin.  Gardening was another past time of his and he was especially proud of his potato crop every year.  He knew all the spots to look for morel mushrooms and looked forward to finding them with his sister Cindy every year.  

He had a number of careers in his lifetime and they all involved operating heavy equipment and hard work.  He spent many years in the logging industry and driving semi-trucks all over the country including up north on the ice roads.  He could drive and fix anything.   

Gerald was kind to everyone he met and could talk to anyone about anything.  He was the best story teller and his laugh was completely infectious.  Some of his best stories were about growing up on the farm with his siblings.  Usually, he was laughing so hard you missed some details or didn’t get to hear the end, but it never mattered because you were laughing right along with him.   

We will forever hear his laugh, see his smile, and feel his hugs.  He is gone far too soon, but will be in our hearts forever.  We would like to thank everyone who has reached out to our family.  Gerald was truly loved by so many.  

A Funeral Service will be held at 10am on Saturday, July 24, 2021 at Sobering Funeral Chapel, Beausejour, MB, with interment to follow in Zion Lutheran Cemetery.  The family encourages his family and friends to be a part of the service, either in person, or online.   

Due to COVID restrictions only immediate family will be in the Chapel.  You may join us in the parking lot of Sobering Funeral Chapel by tuning your radio to 98.1 FM.  At the cemetery, you are welcome to listen from your car or join the family at the graveside.  Please adhere to social distancing.  There will be an opportunity to sign the guest register from your vehicle or at the cemetery. 

A Livestream of the funeral service can be accessed through the WEBEX app on your mobile phone or visit www.webex.com on your PC.  Enter the Meeting Number: 1825990555 and Password: 9xgUgR623x8 to view the livestream.  

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  1. Armand Juenke

    July 17, 2021 at 5:27 pm

    My condolences to your family. Whenever I seen Gerald he always had a smile with his Hi low. He will be missed.

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    • John Allan McKay

      August 27, 2021 at 8:08 pm

      Dear Sandy and Family. I am so truly sorry I wish all the tears and sadness I have been through. It is with great sorrow I send to Sandy Love you muchly

      John Allan McKay
      383 Odlum Drive.
      Woodstock Ontario
      N4S 3S1

      Reply
  2. Kim cross

    July 17, 2021 at 5:55 pm

    So sorry for your loss. Gearld was a person that you could count on for any reason. His stories were always hilarious and his laughter infectious
    He will be sorely missed by all. Although he is gone in body his spirit will always live on in our memories.

    Reply
  3. Bernice Windsor

    July 17, 2021 at 6:21 pm

    My condolence to the Betker family.
    So sorry to hear about your loss
    Bernice Windsor (Goritz )

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  4. Archie and Judy Poitras

    July 18, 2021 at 1:40 am

    So sorry to hear about Gerald . He will be missed by all.

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  5. Linda Berreth

    July 18, 2021 at 10:06 am

    My condolences to Geralds family and friends, always seemed to miss him every time I was back in Manitoba, sadly I never got to hear stories or his laugh or meet his family. Hugs to all the families.

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  6. Lori Voss-Furukawa

    July 18, 2021 at 11:21 am

    My thoughts are with you all during this challenging time.

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  7. Merna Omichinski

    July 18, 2021 at 12:17 pm

    My deepest condolences to you Sandy and your family! Gerald was an amazing person and his positive attitude was infectious. I have many fond memories of our visits together. May your memories be a blessing to help you during this difficult time. Please reach out if you need anything!

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  8. Kathy

    July 18, 2021 at 12:27 pm

    He will be so missed, my heart is with you all, HUGS

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  9. Eileen and Bradley

    July 18, 2021 at 1:24 pm

    Our thoughts and prayers are with the family ..Love your cousins

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  10. Pauline Fondeur

    July 18, 2021 at 1:46 pm

    My sincere condolences Sandy and family, I am so lucky to have seen him and received one of his big bear hugs not long ago. I still have the hammer he bought me for a wedding present 1978. He was the kindest, thoughtful man I ever met. My heart is with his brothers Dave, Gary, Bruce, Fred and sister Cindy, so many memories from the farm and over the years to bring you comfort and help you through this difficult time. He will always be remembered as a gentle soul.
    RIP my friend ❣️

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  11. Terry Genik

    July 18, 2021 at 3:17 pm

    The world is a little poorer but Heaven is a lot richer. So sorry for your loss and we will keep Gerald in our thoughts and you in our prayers.

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  12. Marg shaman

    July 18, 2021 at 5:38 pm

    We are sadden to hear of the passing of Gerald. Our sincere condolences to Sandy and other family members. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time

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  13. Arlene Jansen

    July 18, 2021 at 5:52 pm

    Oh Sandy, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Thinking of you right now.❤️

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  14. Mary and Richard Babenek

    July 18, 2021 at 6:19 pm

    Sending condolences to all Gerald’s family. Memories and conversations will keep him in all our thoughts. We had a very nice visit with him when he passed through Edmonton on his way back home from seeing his brother Fred. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

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  15. Elizabeth Krieger

    July 19, 2021 at 10:25 am

    I am so sorry for your loss, always enjoying talking to him. His laughter always made you want to laugh with him.

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  16. Debbie Rose

    July 19, 2021 at 1:16 pm

    My condolences to the Betker family on the passing of Gerald. My thoughts and prayer will be with everyone at this sad time.
    Debbie Rose (Goritz)

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  17. Karen Lipchen

    July 19, 2021 at 6:31 pm

    Our deepest condolences Sandy to you and your family. We hope our words of sadness and love for you, comfort you from afar. We will always keep Gerald close to our heart, treasuring our memories of him. Many hugs from afar. Lots of Love, Karen and Gary and family XOoXoX

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  18. Donna Hlady

    July 19, 2021 at 7:17 pm

    I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your brother Cindy. My condolences to you and to all of your family! May he Rest in Peace!

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  19. Karen McClure nee Bauch

    July 19, 2021 at 10:46 pm

    So sorry to hear of Gerald’s passing. He sounds just like a cousin I wish I got to know. I know my mom (Dorothy Bauch nee Juenke) and many family members are together to welcome him with open arms.

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  20. Rosemarie Fraser

    July 20, 2021 at 11:12 am

    Dearest Sandy..I’m so sorry to hear about Gerald’s passing. Far too soon to leave this life. Thinking of you, Clint and Kerry and their families at this very difficult time. Sending you love and strength.

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  21. The Ross’

    July 20, 2021 at 2:27 pm

    Our Sincere Condolences to all The Betker and extended Family.
    Gerald was a good friend. He will be greatly missed.
    Sending Love ❤️

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  22. Dianna Naharnie (Moroz)

    July 20, 2021 at 5:13 pm

    Sandy, I was shocked and saddened to hear of Gerald’s passing at such a young age. Hugs, Di

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  23. Gisele & Steve Evecsyn

    July 21, 2021 at 9:07 am

    So sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers are with you.

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  24. Wilfred Betker

    July 21, 2021 at 11:07 am

    We extend our deepest sympathy to Gerald’s immediate and extended families for the loss of their husband, father, grandfather, brother & uncle. His work on earth is done. We pray that Gerald will be admitted into everlasting life with God and have eternal happiness.

    We pray for all those who mourn Gerald’s passing.

    Wilf (cousin) & Mildred Betker

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  25. Tammy Dzioba (Delorme,Peters family)

    July 22, 2021 at 8:37 am

    Thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time. Gerald IS a beautiful soul, and will be sadly missed. My heart goes out to the family. Remember the lasting memories. They are what keep us going. Never let those memories, stories become faded moments.

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  26. Randy & Della Betker

    July 23, 2021 at 10:15 pm

    Sending our love and hugs to the Betker family during this difficult time.

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  27. Darrel and Tammy Krebs

    July 24, 2021 at 9:23 am

    Our deepest condolences to the Betker family.

    Reply
  28. Tina

    July 24, 2021 at 10:35 am

    I send love and hugs to the Betker family in this time of loss. To my “big brother” love you, and I will miss you.

    Tina

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  29. Janice John & Family

    July 24, 2021 at 11:48 am

    We never met, Gerald and I, but we shared many pastimes it seems, like fishing, hunting and working with heavy machines. Yet I felt that I knew him, through Kerry and Sandy who held him in highest esteem. So as we looked on today from our home far away, as on his last journey he went. May he spend everyday fishing heavens great water way, and smiling down on his loved ones below. Our condolences & love we will be in touch Sandy, Kerry and all the family.

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  30. Don Peters

    July 24, 2021 at 1:27 pm

    So sorry for your loss. Gerald was a good friend. I will miss him greatly. My condolences to his family. He will always be in your hearts.

    Reply
  31. Pat Bakstad

    August 11, 2021 at 6:41 pm

    My sincere condolences to you Sandy and your family. I am keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.

    Reply

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