MAGDALENE MARTHA WARDROBE

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MAGDALENE MARTHA WARDROBE June 12, 1935 - July 11, 2016 Magdalene was born in Berlo, MB and passed away peacefully on July 11 in Victoria, BC. She was predeceased by her loving husband, David; infant son, Paul, along with siblings, Joe, Kay, Mary, Tony, Margaret and Ed. Magdalene will be deeply missed by her five children: Kathy (Bob) Gilbey, grandchildren, Julie (Dave) along with great-granddaughter, Isabel, Zack (Melanie); Terry (Rocky) Wardrobe, grandson, Brian; Patsy (David) Allen, grandsons, Andrew, and Bryan (Alannah); Rick Wardrobe, grandchildren, Amy, David, Jodie, and Michael; Shelley (Fred) Wagner, grandsons, Evan (Ali), and Calvin (Tanis), and Magdalene's sisters, Ann and Lucy. While following David's career in the Canadian Forces, Magdalene and David raised their family all across Western Canada. This involved stops in Gimli, Comox, Alsask, Yorkton, Holberg, Beaverlodge and Grand Prairie before eventually settling down in Victoria in 1977. Magdalene was an active member of her community, volunteering countless hours at St. Patrick's Church along with various other causes. When Magdalene wasn't graciously volunteering her time, she could often be found playing card games with friends and dining out with them. She enjoyed attending events at the Army and Navy Club as well as participating in her walking club at the mall. Magdalene was dedicated to her family and a visit to "Grandma's" would always include several servings of her world famous perogies along with homemade buns and cabbage rolls. A heartfelt thanks to the staff at James Bay Care Home and the many doctors, nurses and members of the community who supported Magdalene during these past few years. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 20, 2016 at 6:30 p.m. at McCall's Downtown, Johnson and Vancouver Streets in Victoria, BC. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Patrick's Church, 2060 Haultain Street, on Thursday, July 21, 2016 at 12:10 p.m. with a reception to follow. Donations, if desired, may be made to The Terry Fox Foundation. Condolences may be offered to the family at www.Mccallbros.com McCall's of Victoria, BC (1-800-870-4210)

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 16, 2016