1927 ~ 2016
It is with deep sadness that the family announces the passing of our dearly loved mom, grandma, great grandma, sister, aunt and friend. Mom passed away on January 3, 2016 at her home, The Ironwood, in Pinawa at the age of 88.
Mom is survived by her 6 children, 15 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren. Patricia (Bill) Brokke, (Laura (Jason), Violet and Grace), Crystal (Jason); Lynda (Doug) Krampetz (Jeffrey, Carly (Scott), Matilynn, Annika and Jillian), Kevin; Angela (Bill) Loftus (Shawn, Matthew, Colin and Ryan); Brian (Claire), (Robin (Helen), Bronwyn and Adalyn); Raymond (Maureen), Christiana, Amy, Aaron; Doreen (Randy) Enns (Steven, Lisa (Mack)). She is also survived by 3 brothers, 3 sisters and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
She was predeceased by her parents Joseph and Dorothy Meier, husband Ted, 5 brothers and 4 sisters.
Mom was born January 11, 1927 on her grandparent’s farm in Tramping Lake, Saskatchewan. She grew up on the family farm and later moved to Edmonton to find work. While there, she found the love of her life, Ted, at a dance. They married in 1954 in Edmonton and later moved to Winnipeg to raise their family. Mom was very devoted to her faith. She was an active member of the St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church and of the CWL for over 50 years. She assisted our Dad with numerous activities including beekeeping( for which she won many provincial and national blue ribbons for the quality of their honey), farming, gardening, berry picking and canning. In her free time Mom loved to sew, crochet, quilt, jigsaw puzzles, and bowl. She had beautiful hand writing and penmanship and displayed it on the many cards and letters she loved to send. She enjoyed travelling (especially to Las Vegas) and spending time with family and friends at the summer cottage at Red Deer Lake.
She was a kind, generous, loving and unique woman who will be sadly missed. She lived an incredible and adventure-filled life, brought warmth and laughter to whomever she met and always had a positive outlook. She touched the lives of so many and we are all better people for having her in our lives.
The family would like to thank the health care aides, companions, and staff at the Ironwood. Thanks to the professional emergency staff and especially to Dr. Garg for his compassionate care of our Mom.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Mom’s memory to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 200-6 Donald St., Winnipeg, MB R3L 0K6.
Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, January 9, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Joseph the Worker Parish, 505 Brewster Street, Winnipeg.
“If there ever comes a day when we can’t be together, keep me in your heart, I’ll stay there forever.” (Winnie the Pooh)
ICH LIEBE DICH
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diane and gerald lucko & family
We were so fortunate to have Mary in our lives. Most thoughtful woman for the beautiful notes she sent in our birthday cards. Her hand-made baby blankets she gave to our newly born, 0ur sister-in-law, auntie, and great auntie remembered by all you will always be in our thoughts and prayers .
Anne lenius
So sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing Lynda.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mike Sheffer
Hi Cousins
Thinking of you all at this tough time but also remembering all the great times we had under the watchful eye of the matriarch that was Aunt Mary. You always left the table with a smile after so many great meals and those wild blueberry perogies for dessert at the lake. Unforgettable. You always knew when you stepped over the line but she was always there with a laugh and smile more than anything. Great memories whenever our family visited the amazing Lucko clan. I will miss her and cherish all the great memories she helped create for us.
Mike