Dave Citulsky Managing Director - Dave and his family moved to Portage la Prairie in 1990 from Rivers, Manitoba. In July of 1993, he graduated from the Western School of Mortuary Practice and continued to work for the Omega Funeral Home until 1998 when he left to manage funeral homes in Steinbach and Moosomin. In 2001, he returned to Portage la Prairie to continue with the Omega Funeral Home. Dave’s experience in his time at Omega, and also at Steinbach and Moosomin, gives him a good understanding of the funeral profession. He has a good knowledge of different traditions from across the province. Dave and his wife Debbie have raised two children, Angelynn and David Jr., and enjoy what Portage has to offer. Dave became manager of the Omega Funeral Home in January of 2003.
Darren Wagner Funeral Director - Darren joined the staff at the Omega Funeral Home in June of 2003. He has worked in the funeral profession for a number of years and brings a wealth of information to his position. Darren is married with five children, and has resided in Portage la Prairie for 10 years.
Garth H. Clary Pre-Arrangement Counselor - Garth Clary brings to Omega Funeral Home and the families he serves over 40 years of funeral experience. Mr. Clary has been employed with the Omega Funeral Home for 21 years. He has managed the funeral home since 1982, seeing many changes in the funeral industry. Garth has been active in the Portage Alliance Church, as well as many local activities and a member of the Portage Rotary Club. Garth and his wife Lucille have raised two daughters, Jodene and Diedre, and have enjoyed making Portage la Prairie their home. Garth retired in December of 2002 as the managing director of Omega Funeral Home, and he now serves as the Pre-Arrangement Counselor.
Gordon Cail Funeral Assistant- Gordon was born and raised in Portage la Prairie. After retiring from a major food chain after 40 years employment, Gordon felt a need for something to do and keep him busy, He found that driving for the Omega Funeral Home fit right in line with his needs and gets much pleasure helping the families at their time of need. Gordon is a member of the Royal Canadian Legion and the Portage Gun Club.
Gerald Bulachowski Funeral Assistant – Gerald was born and raised in Portage la Prairie He worked for Canada Post for 32 years and after his retirement in 2002 he joined the staff at the Omega Funeral Home as a driver. Gerald is a member of the Ukrainian Connection, and was very instrumental in the moving of the authentic Orthodox Church to the Fort la Reine Museum. He is also a member of the Manitoba Great Western Harness Racing Circuit, member of the Board of Directors for the Herman Prior Centre and a member of Trinity United Church. He is married with one daughter.
Dennis Shindle
Funeral Assistant - Dennis joined our staff in the summer of 2007.
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