KAY SERA

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KAY SERA June 27, 1928 - February 5, 2010 It is with great sadness that the husband and family of Kay Sera announce her passing on Friday, February 5 2010. Kay was predeceased by her parents Barish and Minnie Malinsky and by her sister Dena Turbovsky. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Irv Sera, by her son Hart (Donna Milovitch) and daughter Fayth (Yale Shaffer), and her four grandchildren, Geoffrey, Seth, Lauren and Elizabeth. She is also survived by nieces, nephews, and many close friends who will miss her dearly. Kay was a character, who lived life to the fullest, on her terms. Family was the most important thing to Kay. She loved to hear about the many accomplishments of her children and grandchildren, and was eager to share this news with all. Kay and her husband Irv were married and co-partners for over 60 years. They shared many wonderful years together which included: raising a family, travelling both with their children and on their own, visiting relatives and socializing with their numerous friends in Winnipeg, at the beach and in Florida. As they grew older together, much of their time was spent in Florida where they met and grew very close with people from many different states. They cherished their new found friendships up until the last two weeks before Kay's passing. Kay was a very energetic person. She had many activities, which included; two bowling leagues, aquasizes, two weekly card groups, a mahjong group, and two weekly bingo appointments. She was involved in B'nai B'rith Women and Hadassah Organizations. Kay was an avid knitter, and made many beautiful scarves, sweaters, and afghans for the family and many of her friends. She was a very kind, loving and caring person. She was one of a kind and you couldn't meet her without being amused, confused and entertained. She touched so many lives and lived life to the fullest. She has left us all with so many memories and stories, that she will never be forgotten. The funeral was held on Sunday, February 7, 2010 at Etz Chaim Synagogue with burial at B'nai Abraham Cemetery. Pallbearers were: Geoff and Seth Shaffer, Lauren and Elizabeth Milovitch-Sera, Sandy Sera and Ward Northage. Honorary Pallbearers were: Maurie Sera and Gerald Namak. A very special thanks to the nurses and doctors at Cancer Care, and to the staff of Riverview Hospital, for their wonderful and loving care. Those wishing to make a donation in honour of Kay's memory, may do so through the Irv and Kay Educational fund through the Jewish Foundation of Manitoba.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 20, 2010