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MARTHA EVELYN MACGILL (nee DUNN)
Born: Apr 27, 1929
Date of Passing: Apr 12, 2014
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryMARTHA EVELYN MACGILL (nee DUNN) April 27, 1929 - April 12, 2014 It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Martha on Saturday, April 12, 2014, peacefully after a short illness. Left to cherish Martha's memory is her husband Jim, of 61 years; son Andrew (Debra) and grandchildren Alex and Lauren. She is also remembered by sisters Olive (Dave) and Jean of Brandon, Florence (Ted) and Shirley (Earl) of Calgary, Marilyn (Ernie) of Souris; brother-in-law Bob of Pickering, and many nieces and nephews. Martha was predeceased by her parents Evelyn and Oliver Dunn of Alexander; sister Betty, and brothers Harold and Myron. Martha was born and raised near Alexander, Manitoba. She graduated with her RN from Brandon General Hospital in 1950. She married Jim in 1952 and together travelled extensively by way of army postings to Washington, Moscow, Pakistan, Germany as well as Canada. Martha practiced her nursing whenever possible Brandon (Brandon General Hospital and Sanatorium), Glenboro, Washington and Saskatoon. In Winnipeg, Martha worked at Shriners Children's Hospital, the Manitoba Clinic and Deer Lodge Centre before she retired. She was a dedicated nurse, loving her chosen profession while being a full time mother to Andrew and partner to Jim on their various postings. In retirement, Martha enjoyed golf, reading, bridge, spending winters in Florida and especially spending time with, and baking cookies for, her much adored grandchildren Alex and Lauren. She will be sadly missed. A Celebration of Martha's Life will take place on Thursday, April 24, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. in the Army, Navy & Air Force, Unit 283 - 3584 Portage Avenue. She will be interred in Alexander Cemetery later this spring. The family would like to thank the dedicated staff on 3 East of the Riverview Health Centre Palliative Care unit for their compassionate care of Mom over the past five weeks. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice and Palliative Care Manitoba, or a charity of your choice. Wojcik's Winnipeg Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 2157 Portage Ave., 204-897-4665, is in care of arrangements. wojciksfuneralchapel.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 19, 2014
Condolences & Memories (6 entries)
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So very sorry to hear of the loss of a dear friend Martha. Always had a beautiful smile and a kind word for each person she met. She will be dearly missed. May God's Blessing be with Jim and all those who love her. - Posted by: Dianna Tarko (Friend) on: Apr 19, 2014
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Dear Jim, So sorry to hear Martha has passed on. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. My sincerest condolences. Leona McKillop, Parksville, BC. - Posted by: Mrs. Leona McKillop (old friend) on: Apr 18, 2014
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My deepest sympathy to you Uncle Jim, Andrew,Debra and family. Aunty Mart sadly will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. - Love Cheryl and Glen Weiman - Posted by: Cheryl Weiman (Niece) on: Apr 18, 2014
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Jim, Andrew, Debra, Alex and Lauren We were so sorry to learn of Martha's passing - it is a loss for us all. I will always remember her fondly for her smile and genuine interest in others. I was particularly touched by her kindness when we were doing our best to care for our Mom at the end. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. - Posted by: Wendy Sikora (Friend) on: Apr 17, 2014
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My deepest sympathy to you Uncle Jim, Andrew, Debra and family. - Posted by: Derek Kohut (Nephew) on: Apr 17, 2014
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Dear Debra, Andrew, Lauren & Alex, I was saddened to learn of the passing of your beloved Mom and Grandma. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time. - Posted by: Helga Dyck (friend) on: Apr 17, 2014
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