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07/23/2026

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07/21/2026

Story from Portage Online. The Mobile Stage was a part of this event. A gathering in Portage la Prairie brought musicians, friends and family together to celebrate the life of a man who left a lasting mark on Manitoba’s music scene.

The event was organized by Bob Russell in memory of his brother Dale, who died following a lengthy battle with dementia.

Although a later celebration of life will be held in Oshawa, where Dale had lived for several years, Russell wanted to give those closer to his brother’s Manitoba roots an opportunity to remember him.

“He has a deep history in Winnipeg and Portage, of course, because we grew up here,” said Russell. “I wanted to provide a place where friends from Winnipeg could come and celebrate his life.”
Musicians gather to remember Dale

Between 50 and 60 people attended the outdoor gathering despite the intense summer heat.

Russell rented a stage while his wife, Jane, organized the food. Neighbours, Neil and Shayla Clayburn, also generously contributed 25 pounds of brisket for the occasion.

The musical lineup included some of Manitoba's most noted Blues musicians including Lady Lee, Leonard Shaw, Laurie McKenzie, Tommy Stuckey, Charlie Brennan, Bob Berg, Harold Eide, Danny Larson and Tom Bigford.

Several other people with connections to Manitoba’s music industry also attended, including Ron Halderson and Tusha Kozub.

“There were so many connections within the music scene,” said Russell. “This was just to provide an opportunity for people to get together.”

Dale Russell began his career as a folk singer before moving into country and jazz music. He later connected with Jim Kale and spent approximately 19 years touring as a member of a reformed version of The Guess Who.

He also worked as a producer and later helped create a program in Ontario’s Durham Region that used music and mentorship to support at-risk students.

While the gathering was created in Dale’s memory, Russell said its meaning grew beyond a traditional celebration of life.

“I did post that not only was it a celebration of life for Dale, but a celebration of life in general,” he said.

The response has Russell considering whether a similar gathering could become an annual event.

“I think we need to celebrate the life we have and be aware of it every day.”

07/19/2026

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A gathering in Portage la Prairie brought musicians, friends and family together to celebrate the life of a man who left a lasting mark on Manitoba’s music scene. The event was organized by Bob Russell in memory of his brother Dale, who died following a lengthy battle with dementia. Although an ea...

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07/13/2026

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06/29/2026

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06/15/2026

Another season of events began last weekend near Sidney, Manitoba, at the Total Freedom Addiction Treatment center.

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