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IRENE RITA SOKOL

Date of Passing: Mar 02, 2016

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IRENE RITA SOKOL (nee OLIEN) Peacefully, on March 2, 2016, Irene passed away with family at her side. Irene will be lovingly remembered as a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother - always there for her family with unconditional love. Forever in our hearts, Irene is survived by her husband of 60 years and best friend, Ted Sokol, daughters Teresa Steinhauer (Timothy), Cynthia Angus (David), and Kristina Wakeford (Jerry), grandchildren Andrew, Jaclyn, Scott, Sean, Amanda, and Dana. Irene is now at peace with her parents, brothers and sisters. While home and family were Irene's life focus, friends from her career in retail, Catholic Women's League, and ladies bowling group added love and laughter to her full and happy life. Respecting Irene's wishes, cremation has taken place. As Irene wished, there will be no funeral service. Family will gather privately to celebrate her life. A sincere thank you to the staff at River East Personal Care Home who genuinely cared for Irene the last months of her life. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Winnipeg Humane Society. Funeral Arrangements in Care of: Wheeler Funeral Home, Cemetery & Crematorium 1800 Day Street - 204-224-1525 Please sign the book of memories at www.wheelerfuneral.com

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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Mar 09, 2016

Condolences & Memories (5 entries)

  • Sorry to hear of your mom's / wife's passing. My early memories with Irene began on the way to work on the Salter Bus. I remember her sparkling eyes and quick wit. She had great pride in her family. Thinking of you at this time. - Posted by: Joyce Todd (Long-time friend) on: Mar 12, 2016

  • our sincere thoughts and sympathy is with you uncle Ted and Theresa , Cynthia, Kristina and families at this time. We look back at all the fun times that we had when we were all young and were able to spend family times together. Thinking of you , Wayne and Charlotte - Posted by: Wayne & Charlotte Summerly (nephew) on: Mar 10, 2016

  • Our love & prayers go out to the Family on the passing of our dear friend Irene. We lost touch over the years with our moving to LDB but she & Ted were always in our hearts and prayers. We are so grateful we were able to visit and celebrate her birthday the week before she passed. She loved Vic's teasing ways and he brought a smile to her lips once again. WE love you Irene and will miss you. Till we meet again watch the roads! - Posted by: Vic & Yolanda Forsyth (Long time friends ) on: Mar 10, 2016

  • Sorry to here of the passing of Irene. My condolences goes out to the family. - Posted by: Doug Lumsden (Former son in law) on: Mar 09, 2016

  • I worked with Irene at the Den for Men in the early 1980's. She was so supportive and so much fun - I have never forgotten her. My condolences to all of her family - I know how much you all meant to her. - Posted by: Judy McIvor (Teichroeb) (former co-worker) on: Mar 09, 2016

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