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BARBRA CHASE

BARBRA (CHAIKA) CHASE With great sadness we announce the passing of Barbra Chase on Sunday the 22nd of January 2012. Barbra (Barb) was a special lady who was a gifted artist, avid reader, backyard gardener, and prolific writer. She was personable, witty bright, and a loyal friend to many. Barb was born in Melville, SK. She was predeceased by her parents, Alex and Helen, her sister Marjorie and her brother Richard. She cherished memories of them to the end of her life. Barb was always quick to share the latest escapades of her beloved companion (dog) Angel. Angel brought true joy and happiness to Barb. In Barb's early years she delighted in the art of Ballet. She loved clothes, art, jewelry and the finer things in life. She always prided herself in looking her best. Barb had many formal accomplishments. Over the years, she obtained a certification in Merchandising Administration from Ryerson University, certificates in Medical and Legal Terminology and Creative Communications from Red River College, and a Bachelor of Arts Degree from the University of Manitoba. Barb had a very diverse employment record including time with Sears, the Winnipeg Clinic, and Canada Border Services Agency where she worked until her retirement. Following her retirement Barb developed a keen interest in cruising - which was evident by the many cruises she took. She would no sooner return from one cruise and start planning the next one. Keep on cruising Barb! A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, February 4, 2012, 10:00 a.m. at Thomson In the Park Funeral Home, 1291 McGillivray Boulevard, with interment to follow at Waverley Memorial Gardens Cemetery, 1501 Waverley Street. Pallbearers will be: Peter Kenyon, Twyla Kenyon, Jay Bennett, Al Zaik, Ted Wakefield and Ron Kozarchuk. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Winnipeg Humane Society. THOMSON IN THE PARK 925-1120 Condolences may be sent to www.thomsoninthepark.com

As published in the Winnipeg Free Press on February 02, 2012

Guest Book(4 entries)

  • Barbra and I have been friends since 1968 when I went to work at Sears. No two people were so very different, but willing to learn so much from each other. Even though we have been separated by distance throughout most of our friendship, it was always like no time had passed when we were lucky enough to see each other. I have been trying with no luck lately to get ahold of Barbra. We had made a deal just after Christmas that we would take turns calling each other once a month. When January came and went without her call, I really didn't think too much about it. And, of course, when my turn came I wasn't on schedule either. Finally early March I called and got a generic answering system. I left a message, thinking she was perhaps on yet another cruise. However, today I called again and got the same generic message. I felt something was wrong and through a search on the internet discovered her death notice. I would so appreciate it if someone could contact me (aka_mabell@yahoo.com) and let me know what happened. God bless you my dearest friend. I will always love and remember you with a smile.
    - Posted by: Barbara Bell (Friend) on: Apr 8, 2012
  • May you find peace where you are. I know you are living in a cruise ship as you always wanted to. Your visits will be remembered by all of us.
    - Posted by: Cecilia Castro (neighbour) on: Feb 7, 2012
  • For the last 3 years I mowed the lawns and did yard work for Barbra. She was always nice and friendly to me.
    - Posted by: Joe Stephanson (friend) on: Feb 4, 2012
  • Barb was a very special lady who loved to visit with friends with her dog Angel. I met Barb through my sister Corey who was very dear to Barb. Barb would come to Christmas and Easter dinners hosted by Corey. She entertained everyone with her cruise ship adventures and enjoyed a good laugh with everyone. We will miss you Barb. Love Tracy & Peter Kloos
    - Posted by: Tracy Semmer Kloos & Peter Kloos (Friend) on: Feb 2, 2012

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