Helen Barbara Marek (nee Pataluck) passed peacefully September 17, 2022 at East Gate Lodge in Beausejour, MB.
She was the first daughter born to Joseph and Angella (Nellie Urbanski) Pataluck.
She was predeceased by her parents, a brother and three sisters and husband John who she was married to for 69 years.
She is survived by her sister Marg Rideout (Trenton, ON) and Beverly Schroeder (100 Mile House, BC). Also survived by daughters Rosemarie Wong (Jack) of Winnipeg and Janice Usry (Johnie) from Toronto, ON.
Babchi and Gigi were the greatest grandparents to Scott (Monique), Darren (Lucy) and Keith Wong along with great grandparents to Dylan and Morgan Wong.
Helen was a hard working person who loved making traditional dishes for her family and friends. Also her gardens were her joy. She enjoyed crocheting, knitting and needlepoint. Her “Labors of Love” are still treasured by family and friends.
As per Helen’s wishes there will be no service. A private remembrance will be held at a later date.
Special thank you’s to the excellent staff at East Gate Lodge who were always willing to get hugs from Helen.
In lieu of flowers donations, if you wish, may be made to Shine The Light Initiative, 146 Provencher Blvd., Winnipeg, MB R2H 0G3 or East Gate Lodge Personal Care Home, Recreational Fund, Box 1690, 646 James Ave., Beausejour, MB R0E 0C0.
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Heather and Paul Beaudry
I have fond memories of visiting Auntie Helen and Uncle Jonnie on the farm as a child.
Rest In Peace Auntie. Most sincere condolences Rosemarie and Janice and families.
Trudi Dancho
Dear Rosemarie and family
Your mom was such a sweet kind lady. I’ll treasure the visits I had when I came to pick up my husband when we were renting their field. John loved to come with riding with Alfred in combine and tractors. That was a special highlight for Alfred.
I love these memories now more than ever.
Helen loved to show me her beautiful flowers and her gorgeous needlepoint.
God Bless her
Peace be with you all
Karen Hlady
Dear Rosemarie, Jan, Margie, and Bev, I’m so sorry to hear of the loss of your dear mother and sister, Helen. Many years have gone by, but I still remember her cheerful and kind ways and her always maintaining the family connection to my parents, Lil and Casey. Remembering and missing the old days when Aunty Nellie and Aunty Mary lived side by side on their farms, and the times Helen and you gals would pop by to visit my mom and dad in Garson. My heartfelt condolences to you all. Memory eternal.
Sincerely, Karen Hlady (nee Rodzinski)