1939 ~ 2016
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden, untimely passing of Therese Conroy, a.k.a. “T.C.”, Mum, Mrs. C and Mother T. To cherish her memories Therese leaves her sons Sean (Karen) and Brian, and many, many friends, acquaintances, bingo pals, casino partners, fellow Gold Eyes fans and Red Hat Society members.
Therese was born and raised in Brighton, England. She lived in places like Borneo, Malaysia and Germany before immigrating to Canada in 1965. Once in Canada she moved to Lethbridge, Alberta, then Winnipeg, Elma, and finally Whitemouth, Manitoba.
Therese was an extremely busy person and had a wide range of experience with leadership roles within various health care and community groups. For many years she served as Secretary Treasurer for both the Whitemouth Water Co-op Inc. and the Whitemouth District Health Centre Foundation. She also served as a board member for the Interlake Eastman Regional Health Authority. However, she did NOT like mornings. Therese had said many times that she did not like a day with two 8 o’clocks.
With her magnetic personality Therese made friends everywhere she went. She was not only someone wonderful to talk with, she was also someone who could make you laugh, shed a tear with, be a shoulder to cry on, lend never-ending support, help people through tough times or simply share jokes, laughter, wit and wisdom. Therese loved to help people which is evident in the fact that at “retirement time” she chose to take on a 7 year term with the Manitoba Alzheimer’s Society – Travelling the North Eastman area helping people and making many friends along the way. Therese was recently honored for 20 years’ service with the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program.
She loved to read, play bingo, travel, bingo, enjoy EMCA nights in Pinawa, Manitoba, bingo, attend Winnipeg Gold Eyes games, flowers, bingo, birds, bingo, dogs, play scrabble, go to movies, try different restaurants – especially the not having to do the cooking part, and it should be mentioned that she was an avid bingo enthusiast. Therese was an adventurous person and has tried hang gliding, zip lining, Richard Petty’s Nascar Driving School in Las Vegas, annual Mother’s Day Harley Adventures with Sean, and has powered through many bingo marathons. She always felt she was never too old to try anything once. She will be sadly missed by those who knew her, especially those who joined her on all her adventurous missions.
To honor her wishes, cremation has taken place. A Celebration of her wonderful Life will take place on Saturday, September 10 at the Whitemouth Community Hall from 3-5 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Winnipeg Gold Eyes Field of Dreams Foundation, Nova-House in Selkirk, Mb, the Canadian Wild Life Federation, or a charity of one’s choice.
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Ron and Jan Hoffman
Sean and Karen,
Ron and I are so very sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. We know Sean, how close you and your Mom were and what a tremendous loss you must be feeling right now. Our hearts and our thoughts are with you and our door is always open. Take care.
Love Ron and Jan
Arleen
Sean and Karen, we are so sorry to hear of TC’s passing, she touched the hearts and lives of so many people and will be missed immensely by the whole community. We had great fun when she was our ambulance co-ordinator, and from there the friendship just continued. Our deepest condolences.
Arleen and Harry
Samia
Our condolences to Sean and family , may God repose her soul in peace
Taky&Samia Akhnoukh
Carol Ans
Therese was so many things to so many people. A loving friend with a sharp wit, a understanding confidante and an acceptance of every thing and everyone. I loved her and will miss her terribly. My deep regards to Sean and Karen and all the many friends who will be feeling the loss. She was one of KIND.
Dona Henderson and family
We are so sad to hear of the passing of Therese.
Please accept our condolence for this loss.
She was such a loving, kind person and I’m sure she will be missed by all the community.
Terinia and Ken Bruchanski
We are so very sorry to hear about your Mom’s passing Sean – deepest condolences to you and Karen.
jeff stelko, angie garton
sorry to hear about of your mom sean, angie and jeff are thinking of you, she was a wonderful person.
Rev. Marline Wruck
We send the family love and healing prayers. Therese was such a gift to so many people and truly will be missed.
Charlotte
Sean and Karen, we are sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. Therese was a caring friend. She had a heart of gold. I love you and miss you my friend.
Jodi
From the bottom of our hearts and souls, we feel the pain and loss of Mrs.C….. I’ve know her thru out my childhood and thru out later years. Mrs.C was one of a kind… Truly an Angel down here on earth as well as up in Heaven. Mrs. C was so selfless, giving, humble & an honour to know. May Mrs.C Rest in Peace
Hugs to Sean and Karen
Love Jodi, Scott & Cera
Ron Toews
Our sincere sympathy, Sean and Karen. Your Mom was a true lady. I loved visiting with her! So sorry! Love, Ron & Irma Toews
Sharon & Guy Bissonnette
Sean, Karen & Brian,
We were unable to be with you today but know that our thoughts are with you at this very sad time. It was a pleasure for me to work with your Mom at Whitemouth Health Center (97-98) and to employ her as book keeper for Guy’s campground business. She certainly lived life to the fullest and will be missed by many. RIP Therese.