Irene Fuerst (nee Obie)
Posted By Sobering Funeral Chapel On November 23, 2021 @ 10:24 am In Obituaries | 17 Comments
December 4, 1926 ~ November 21, 2021
It with great sadness we announce the passing of Irene Fuerst (née Obie) just before her 95th birthday at East Gate Lodge in Beausejour, surrounded by her family.
She will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered by her family; daughter Sharon and her children; Wendy (Rob) and Darren (Paula); son Marlis and his daughter Jamie; son Gayard and his children; Gavin (Melissa) and Hollee (Ryan); son Randy and his sons; Jordan and Carter; daughter Laureen (Todd) and her daughter Sheena (Brendan). She is also survived by her great-grandchildren; Jessica (Victor), Amanda (Anthony), Kurtis (Georgia), Brooke, Travis, Caden, Teagan, Hyden, Dielle, Payton, Drue, Emree, Koen and Cameron.
She was predeceased by her husband Irvin, daughter Marlene, son Glen, son-in-law’s, Ron Singbeil and Dennis Stroud.
Irene was born in Beausejour and spent her early years on the farm with her siblings. Working in her teens in Winnipeg at Eatons and later many Saturdays with Evelyn’s Catering.
Irene married Irvin in 1945 and together worked on the mixed farm in Golden Bay raising their family where she lived for 66 years. After her husband’s passing, in 2011 Irene moved to Stoney Plains in Beausejour.
Mom was devoted and definitely the backbone of our family. She was a very hard working, strong women that never held back with her opinion or sharing her thoughts. We will always remember our family gatherings on the farm and especially our open house Christmases. She always made sure that all visitors were well fed with her good cooking or baking when they stopped in. Mom was a caring and giving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.
Pallbearers are Darren Singbeil, Gavin Fuerst, Jordan Fuerst, Carter Fuerst, Kurtis VanLoon and Travis Singbeil. Honorary pallbearers are Ryan Sachvie and Brendan Mahoney.
We would like to give a special thanks to the staff at Eastgate Lodge for their professional care and kindness during mom’s stay. We were happy to hear that mom had a way to keep everyone entertained with her unique sense of humour that will be missed by staff.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to East Gate Lodge Memorial Garden Fund, PO Box 1690, Beausejour MB, ROE OCO
Due to covid restrictions a private family service will be held at Elim Baptist Church in Beausejour.
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So sad to hear of Aunt Irene’s passing. Our deepest condolences to her family. Keeping you all in our thoughts during this difficult time.
Cher (Cherylie), Georgesand Eric
I am so sad to hear of Irene’s passing. Irene ALWAYS had me on my feet with her shenanigans around the rose unit, and later on shamrock. She had the funniest stories, and best giggle. Her hair always had to be a specific way, and always had to match! She was a gem. She will be deeply missed.
Rest easy up there Irene – remember snapping your fingers will always get you cookies!
Sorry to hear of your Mom. My thoughts and Prayers to all. She was an Awesome Lady. Always Had Goods Laughs with Her R.I.P. Irene,
My sincere condolences to all of you. I enjoyed seeing her at east gate. Big hugs to all.
I am so sorry to hear of Auntie Irene’s passing. I spent many weekends there and always felt welcomed. She never told my parents of the times I would come home all hours of the night with Laureen, which surely would have gotten me grounded for weeks! She was one of my favourite aunt’s and will be deeply missed.
We were so sorry to hear of Irene’s passing. She was such a wonderful person. Our deepest condolences to you all.
Bonnie and I would like to offer our condolences to the family on the loss of our Auntie Irene. I have wonderful memories of Irene and Irvin and you ‘kids’ when I used to come out to the farm every summer for a 2 week holiday. Auntie Irene was always so kind; after all she had all those mouths to feed!! I was honoured to MC their 25th wedding anniversary at old St. Mary’s Hall. Love you all cousin Dennis Bonnie
Sorry for your families loss.
I am so sad to hear of Irene’s passing on Sunday.
She was my mother-in-law for almost 25 years. After 1999, (when my divorce was finalized) She and I still remained friends & I saw her often at my 2 children graduations, their weddings & many Special family gatherings and my 6 grandchildren’s Baptisms & Birthdays. I have many fond memories of her. My deepest condolences to all of the family. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time. I believe she is now happy to join her husband, 2 children, 2 son-in-laws and her siblings up in heaven She is gone but will Never, Ever be Forgotten
Allan and I are so so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. She was a strong and beautiful lady with a wit to match. Our hearts reach out to you all and our thoughts are with you. It will be up to the rest of you to keep Allan supplied with her amazing pickles. Tons of love and hugs to you all ❤️❤️❤️
Our thoughts are with you all for the loss of your Mom & Grandma & Aunt. May all your beautiful memories guide you through this difficult time. RIP
Dear Gayard, Sharon, Marlis, Loreen and Randy. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Irene and I got together at many family gatherings and shared our thoughts !!! She will be missed.
My sincere condolences.
Sorry to hear of Auntie Irene’s passing. Condolences to the entire family
Our condolences go out to the entire Fuerst family. Had many good times at the Fuerst family farm. She was a very special aunt and will be missed.
So sorry to hear of Irene’s passing. She taught me many things over the years, such as how to plant a garden and how to whip up a meal for a crowd that suddenly showed up! So many great memories of times at the farm. I respected her greatly. Thinking of all of the Fuerst family at this sad time❤
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I am so sad for your loss. I still remember her excellent carrot cake and when asking for the recipe she would just say a bit of this and a bit of that. She will be missed.