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Helen Robinson
February 06, 2003
HELEN RUTH ROBINSON (nee HOOKER) Helen Ruth Robinson (nee Hooker) was born April 13, 1925 in Selkirk, MB and died with her family by her side on February 3, 2003 in Winnipeg. Helen was predeceased by her parents, Gordon and Ruth Hooker; her brothers, Frank and Richard Hooker; her husband Howard; and her beloved grandson Trevor Joel Robinson. Missing her, yet knowing that she is at peace, are: her children, Rob (Val), Inez (Brian), Garry (Bobby), and Donna (Bill); grandchildren, Pam (Jamie), Kirsten (David), Mark, Jonathan, David, Michael, Benjamin, Malachi, and Joshua; and four beautiful great-grandchildren, Joel, Kenzie, Cecilia, and Mason; and numerous nieces and nephews. Helen touched many throughout her life: her student ministry in Sprague and her long teaching career begun in Killarney and Swan River and spent mostly in Selkirk; providing a child day care; and teaching English as second language to new Canadians, volunteering at various times and places throughout her life, with C.G.I.T., the U.C.W., the Museum of Man and Nature, St. Matthew's Maryland food bank, the Oak Table ministry, and others too numerous to mention. Family present and past have always meant so much to Helen and she derived great joy from gathering photos and memorabilia, the largest body of which was the artworks and life story of her step-grandmother Marion Nelson Hooker. Mom once said, "if we have real faith and honest faith, a funeral is a happy occasion!" Please join us as we celebrate her life at Augustine United Church on Friday, February 7 at 11:00 a.m. Interment to follow at Historic St. Clements Church, just south of Selkirk, with a time for fellowship and stories at Selkirk United Church at 1:30 p.m. Helen was a generous person all her life, giving to many charities and the less fortunate, with gifts and deeds. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in her memory to the Winnipeg Harvest or charity of your choice. Cremation and arrangements by Thomson Funeral Chapels, Winnipeg.
Olga Seliger
February 06, 2003
OLGA SELIGER (SCHILBERG) Olga was born February 16, 1904 in Poland. She died peacefully in her sleep Monday, February 3, 2003. She was predeceased by her husband Rudolf and her daughter Else Barchet. In 1925, Olga married a local village boy, Rudolf Seliger and they had an only child Else. After the Second World War they found themselves in Germany from where they immigrated to Canada in 1948 after being sponsored by relatives. After relocating several times, Olga returned to Winnipeg in 1982 after her husband's death. Initially she resided at Villa Heidelberg, then Donwood Manor. Fiercely independent, she enjoyed living in her own suite until she felt her health necessitated moving into the nursing home facilities. Here the staff took great care of her. We would like to thank them at this time for their kind efforts. Though physically limited by now, her mental alertness allowed her to closely monitor all her affairs, so essential to her sense of independence. And she was certainly looking forward to celebrating her 100th birthday in 2004! We are sad that this landmark will not come to pass, but appreciate that she is in a better place now. Olga is survived by her son-in-law Paul K. Barchet; grandchildren, Rosemarie Watson (Ken) of Victoria, Carmen Barchet (Larry Desrochers), Paul M. Barchet (Jacinta) and Marianne Barchet, all of Winnipeg; and great-grandchildren, Mark, Tim, and Tina Watson, Lyra and David Barchet and Stefan Buza; and great-great grandchild Tracy of Victoria. Funeral service will be held Friday, February 7, 2003 at 11:00 a.m. at Neil Bardal Inc., 984 Portage Ave., Aubrey Street entrance, with viewing from 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Brookside Cemetery, 3001 Notre Dame Ave. NEIL BARDAL INC. 949-2200
Rita Serbin
February 06, 2003
RITA SERBIN (nee LESPERANCE) December 4, 1933 - February 5, 2003 It is with heartfelt sadness we announce the passing of Rita Serbin at the age of 69 years. She will be forever remembered by her husband George of 48 years of marriage; her daughter Rita Lynn (Stephen); her son Bill (Kelli); and grandchildren, Melissa, Chelsea, Zachary Nicholas. Rita was employed and retired as a Magistrate with the Manitoba Government. Rita was greatly loved and will be sadly missed. Her hospitality was surpassed only by her generous spirit. A celebration of her life will be held on Friday, February 7 at 4:00 p.m. at St. John Brebeuf, 1701 Brebeuf Pl., with Rev. Fr. Sam Argenziano officiating. The family would like to thank the staff of GH5 at the Health Sciences Centre, Palliative Care at Riverview Health Centre, Dr. Nason and the staff of CancerCare. A special thank you to all the friends that sent cards, flowers and came to visit Rita at home and in the hospital. In lieu of flowers, if family and friends so desire, donations may be made in Rita's memory to St. Mary's Academy Home Economics Department, 550 Wellington Cres., Winnipeg, MB R3M 0C1. GARRY MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME 925-1120
Veronica Shortridge
February 06, 2003
VERONICA SHORTRIDGE Peacefully, after a long illness, on Monday, February 3, 2003, Veronica passed away at Deer Lodge Centre. She was predeceased by her husband Roger in 1954; her mother Mary in 1970; grandson Christopher in 1981 and her sister Mary (Dolly) Nolan in 1992. Left to cherish her memory are her sons, Michael, Matthew (Josie) and Roger (Sharon); daughter-in-law Heather; five grandchildren, Matthew (Elaine), Sean, Nolan, Jolene (Brian), and Erynn; one great-grandchild, Mina; many friends and special friends Lorraine, Mary, Jimmy, and Joanne. Veronica enjoyed many years camping in Gimli and made many friends there. She was a very loving mother and enjoyed life to the fullest. Her grandchildren were very special to her and we will all miss her wonderful cooking, loving nature and great sense of humour. The family would like to thank the staff on 6th Floor West at Deer Lodge Centre. According to Mom's wishes, cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 8 at 11:00 a.m. at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main St. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Veronica's memory to a charity of one's choice. CROPO FUNERAL CHAPEL 586-8044
Leslie Smith
February 06, 2003
LESLIE JO ANN SMITH August 23, 1940 - February 1, 2003 Suddenly and unexpectedly on Saturday, February 1, 2003 our beloved wife, mother and grandmother Leslie Jo Ann Smith (nee Lewis) left us. After having suffered a sudden heart attack, she lay in a deep sleep for a few days before leaving us to join her beloved parents. Jo Ann will be sadly missed by her husband Norman; sons, Edward (Leona) and Norman (Sandra); daughters, Kimberly (William) Crosby, Debra (Robert) Tycholiz and granddaughters, Cassandra and Elizabeth, Kathy (Michael) Wuorinen, Melanie Dela Cruz and granddaughters, Crystal and Meagan; and grandson James. She is also survived by her beloved sister Yvonne; brother Philip; sisters-in-law, Elaine Reimer and Margaret Arpin and their families; as well as numerous family and friends. She was especially close to her niece Sherry and husband Jerry of Fort Saskatchewan, AB and their children who referred to her as Grandma Jo. Jo Ann was predeceased by her parents, Leslie and Francis Lewis whom she missed deeply; nephews, Shawn and Jeffery; and niece Heather. Jo Ann loved to travel with her husband across Canada and the USA before Norman retired from trucking. She saw a lot of different places and faces in her travels and would love to talk about them all, good or bad. She especially loved to garage sale with her niece and her friend Mary of Iowa. Jo Ann was a much loved person by her family and friends of which she had many across Canada and the United States. She loved to visit and speak with friends close to her in Iowa where she could go and be herself with them. A celebration of Jo Ann's life will be held 1:00 p.m. Thursday, February 6 (today) at Bardal Funeral Home, 843 Sherbrook St., with viewing one-half hour prior to the service. The family wishes to extend their heartfelt thanks to the Staff at Seven Oaks Hospital ICU, Sherri, Kris, Bruce, Erma and all the others for all their help. Donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 102-310 Broadway, Winnipeg, MB R3C 0S6. BARDAL FUNERAL HOME 843 Sherbrook Street, 774-7474
John Smith
February 06, 2003
SERGEANT JOHN C. F. SMITH It is with great sadness, the family announces the passing of Sergeant John Smith on Wednesday, February 5, 2003 at the Grace Hospital. A service celebrating John's life will be held on Saturday, February 8 at 11:00 a.m. in the Edward J. Coutu Funeral Chapel, 680 Archibald St. A longer notice will follow. The Coutu Family in care of arrangements: EDWARD J. COUTU LTD. 680 Archibald Street 253-5086
Janet Smythe
February 06, 2003
JANET SMYTHE Peacefully, on Tuesday, February 4, 2003 at the St. Boniface Hospital, Janet Smythe, beloved wife of Wesley Smythe of Oakbank, passed away at the age of 83 years. Further obituary to follow. Transcona Funeral Chapel in care of arrangements.
Bernice Swallow
February 06, 2003
BERNICE SWALLOW (nee GAUNT) Peacefully on February 4, 2003 at the Concordia Personal Care Centre, at the age of 81. Longer obituary to follow in Friday's paper. KNYSH FUNERAL CHAPEL 582-0973
Alice Swift
February 06, 2003
ALICE PATTY (PAT) SWIFT 1912 - 2003 Pat passed away peacefully on Monday, February 3, 2003 at Oakview Place. She will be very sadly missed by her family and friends. A loving and loyal sister and aunt. Left to mourn her passing are her brother Robert Swift (Alice) of Saskatoon; brother George (Jean) of Watrous, SK; and sister Enid Dawson of Winnipeg; also many nieces, nephews and their families, Richard (Dorothy), James, Rob, Don (Margaret), Reg, Margaret, David (Muriel), Michael (Beverley), Brenda (Don), Carol, Susan, Janet and Kathy (Don); and many great-nephews. Pat was predeceased by her parents, Ellen Mary and Robert Swift; her brothers, Walter and Arthur; sister-in-law Isobel; brothers-in-law, Don MacKenzie and Elmer ("Smokey") Dawson; niece Janice; and great-nephew Jeffrey. Pat was born in Saskatoon July 25, 1912. After moves with her family to Stettler and Vancouver, home was in Watrous for many years. There she completed high school. During the war, Pat served in the R.C.A.F. (Women's Division) and was stationed in Vancouver, Macleod and Winnipeg. After completing a dress design course in Toronto she spent 18 years in the trade. Later years were spent working at the Red Cross arts and crafts department at Deer Lodge Hospital. Leisure time was spent in painting and other creative pursuits. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at the Church of St. Stephen and St. Bede, 99 Turner Ave., 1:00 p.m., Friday, February 7, the Rev. Jamie Howison officiating, reception following in the parish hall. Flowers are graciously declined. If friends so wish, donations may be made to the memorial fund, the Church of St. Stephen and St. Bede, or to a charity of one's choice. The family would like to thank the staff at Oakview who looked after Pat with such care and compassion. NEIL BARDAL INC. 949-2200
