Goldie KORPAN

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KORPAN: (Nee Hunter) Goldie Grace. December 27, 1924 - August 21, 2010. It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our dear mother, grandmother, and sister, Goldie Grace Korpan on Saturday, August 21, 2010 at the age of 85 years. Goldie was born and spent her early years in Mortlach, Saskatchewan. She received her registered nurse's training at the Winnipeg General Hospital and graduated in 1947. She nursed in hospitals in Georgia, Colorado, Vancouver and Dauphin before marrying Walter (Wally) Korpan in 1951. Wally was her life partner and constant companion. Together they made their homes in Estevan, Willow Bunch, Ashern, Dominion City, Flin Flon and Brandon as Wally's career with CIBC progressed. Wally devoted much of his life to community service and Goldie was always there a tower of quiet strength and the quintessential hostess, always prepared to entertain whoever dropped by. They loved to travel. First there were road trips and camping with the two girls and then winter holidays. Hawaii was a favourite location as was spending time with friends and family in Florida, Texas, Arizona, California and Mexico. The trips to Australia, New Zealand, Bali and Hong Kong satisfied their desire for more exotic adventure and just a year ago, Goldie sailed through the Panama Canal. Left to cherish her memory are two daughters, Denise (David Koss) and Wanda (Fred Seeley); grandchildren, Vance, Shane, and Lisa; brothers, Doug, Wallace, Kelvin (Helen) and Ron (Carol); sister Laura; sisters-in-law, Clara and Betty; and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her beloved husband Wally of forty-nine years; parents, Ethyl and William; brother Bruce; and sisters, Etta, Olga, Alma and Velma. A Celebration of Goldie's Life will be held at McInnis Holloway’s Fish Creek Chapel (14441 Bannister Road S.E., Calgary, AB) on Saturday, September 4, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. Forward condolences through to mcinnisandholloway.comIf friends so desire, memorial donations may be made directly to CancerCare Manitoba Foundation, 675 McDermot Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R3E 0V9.

As published in Brandon Sun on Aug 31, 2010