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JUNE ASHER

JUNE CYNTHIA ASHER (nee KNIGHT) April 27, 1926 August 11, 2012 After a brief battle with cancer, Mom went to be with her Lord. She maintained her dignity throughout and passed away peacefully at home with her children by her side as per her wishes. June was predeceased by her late husband Bert; brothers Dan, Neil, Ed, as well as sisters-in-law Martha and Betty, and a number of in laws from dad's side of the family. She leaves to mourn her passing her six children and spouses Terry (Lynda), Garry (Sharon), Sharon (Frank), Cam (Joann), Shelley (Wayne), and Charlene (Brent). Also left to mourn are brothers Alvin (Shirley) and Jack; sisters-in-law Margaret, Helen, Fran, Marie, Dora; 20 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren along with numerous nieces and nephews. For 29 years mom was known as Auntie June to the 109 kids that passed through her home daycare. Many of these kids now have children of their own and wish that auntie June was still in business. During this time mom was famous for her homemade buns, macaroni and tomato soup, and just good homemade cooking. Love you mom rest in peace The Asher family would like to extend sincere thanks to Dr. Lindenschmidt and Bev, Selkirk Homecare, (and some special people, you know who you are), Palliative care, and last but not least her family of friends at Knox Presbyterian Church (especially Anthon). In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Knox Presbyterian Church of Selkirk. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, August 24 in the Knox Presbyterian Church in Selkirk at 341 Eveline Street. Gilbart Funeral Home, Selkirk in care of arrangements. www.gilbartfuneralhome.com

As published in the Winnipeg Free Press on August 18, 2012

Guest Book(6 entries)

  • I am so thankful to have met June and heard her wonderful family stories. She was so helpful in my quest for family history. I admired her for her cheerfulness and determination and an excellent memory.
    - Posted by: Barbara Page (Cousin) on: Aug 27, 2012
  • Your mom was such a special lady who has known me my entire life. She always remembered me and had a way of making me feel special and when I saw her she always had stories of my childhood and her friendship with my mother. She will be greatly missed. My sympathy to the family.
    - Posted by: Del Marie Bruneau (Friend) on: Aug 22, 2012
  • "Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, Love leaves a memory no one can steal" Granny June will remain in our hearts forever
    - Posted by: Andrea (step-granddaughter) on: Aug 21, 2012
  • June was a very special lady, always kind to me and understanding. I didn't get a chance to visit her two years ago when I visited Winnipeg to visit my family and friends as Chuck had just passed away.
    - Posted by: Leona Strong, nee Russell (niece of Bert Asher) on: Aug 19, 2012
  • As a friend of the boy "kids" I know how much they love their mother even if "guys" don't say so. The word respect has her picture beside it in the dictionary. Mrs. Asher, I am still sorry I ran over your flower garden, 50 years ago, with Terry's' motorcycle. You will be missed.
    - Posted by: John Rohs (Family friend) on: Aug 19, 2012
  • I knew June as cheerful, hard-working, always seeing the good side of everyone. Most proud and loving Mother of all her children and grandchildren and a loving and devoted wife to Bert.
    - Posted by: Adrienne Corbett (cousin) on: Aug 18, 2012

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