Sandra Ruth Grienke

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SANDRA RUTH GRIENKE (nee Reimer)
March 11,1943 - August 8, 2014

Suddenly, on Friday, August 8, 2014, at the age of 71, Sandra passed away in her home.

She will be lovingly remembered and greatly missed by her husband Norman Grienke, daughter Valerie Thiessen (Mark), grandchildren Leanne and Andrew Thiessen, and brothers: David Reimer (Kim, Steuart & Kacie) and Tim Reimer.

Sandra was predeceased by her father Ernst Reimer on July 28, 1977, and her mother Anna Reimer on April 3, 1998.

Sandra was born in Winkler, MB. and resided in Winnipeg most of her married life.

Primarily a homemaker, Sandra was a skilled seamstress and worked at various part time jobs, though family always remained her main focus. She was always quick to lend a hand, in any way possible.

As part of a military family, Sandra grew up in a variety of locations in Canada before settling in Steinbach where she met Norman, her husband of 50 years.

Sandra lived a very active lifestyle, including entertaining family and friends in her home, celebrating special occasions, snowmobiling with family and friends, annual Grey Cup parties, trips to the beach and Lake of the Woods, as well as attending Goldeyes games. She remained active in the community, volunteering at MCC, and meeting regularly with the Red Hat Society and the Southeast Women’s Network.

Sandra also kept busy with crafts that included folk art painting and making shower presents, including the most frequently requested and appreciated hooded bath towel.

Travelling was always a highlight with destinations that included Canada's East and West Coasts, Alaska, Las Vegas, Churchill, Texas, California, Hawaii, Mexico, and St. Pete Beach, Florida, as well as Calgary, Edmonton and Niagara on the Lake for some of Andrew's squash tournaments.

A celebration of her life will be held on Monday, August 18, 2014. at 11:00 a.m., at Birchwood Funeral Chapel, 162 Hwy 52 West, Steinbach, Manitoba. Cremation has taken place.

The family would like to extend their thanks to the doctors & staff at Cancer Care Manitoba as well as the Palliative Care East Wing 3rd floor at Riverview Health Centre.

A special thank you to family and friends; whose love, prayers and support have been invaluable.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Cancer Care Manitoba.

Arrangements by
BIRCHWOOD FUNERAL CHAPEL
1-204-346-1030 OR 1-888-454-1030

As published in The Carillon on Aug 12, 2014