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BEATRIZ CORNELIA AUGUSTA ZENTNER (HORVATH)
Born: Apr 03, 1950
Date of Passing: May 20, 2021
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BEATRIZ CORNELIA AUGUSTA ZENTNER
(nee HORVATH)
April 3, 1950 - May 20, 2021
"Bibi" will be lovingly remembered by her grandchildren, Noah, Lumin and Remi. She is also survived by her sister Maria (John) Horvath and will be missed by her dear friends who helped her throughout her courageous battle.
Beatriz was born in Bogotá, Colombia, where she spent her early years before her parents moved to Canada and settled in Winnipeg in 1956.
Combining her love of both cultures, she had a creative flare, a knack for perfection and the confidence to bet on herself when it mattered most. She founded the children's wear boutique Oma's, and her oft-spoken love of life and her own children soon extended to many. Oma's flourished for 25+ years as it evolved into a uniform school for St. John's Ravenscourt school.
In her own life, Beatriz invested deeply in her friends. Her generous spirit always gave time and effort to any problem or project, and she revelled in her friends' success. In turn she was admired by so many for her vivacious spirit and varied strengths. She never stopped dressing to the nines for any occasion.
Beatriz always sought out what was good in life, and she knew a good thing when she saw it. Even more rare, she could identify what could make something even better. When she found it, she took along her family and friends to share her passions.
An avid athlete herself, she passed on a love of sport and competition to her kids. More lasting friendships were made and memories cherished.
A devoted mother and grandmother, Beatriz always called to keep in touch in her trademark fashion: "What's doing?" In her later years, she found a zestful second act on the West Coast, and could usually be found on Victoria's Bear Mountain Golf Course enjoying the beautiful scenery and her cherished friendships.
For all the ways she'll be remembered, above all, she taught us gratitude. "Isn't it nice we're all together?" she'd often say.
Yes it was. A dear friend to many. She will be missed by all.
In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Beatriz can be made to Canadian Cancer Society.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 03, 2021
Condolences & Memories (8 entries)
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Dear Zentner family extending our deepest sympathy on the passing of Beatriz Zentner. Thank you for sharing this wonderful tribute of her dedication to her family & community. Through these heartfelt messages of condolence, it's evident she touched many lives along the way. Thinking of you at this sad & very difficult time. Lynda Ruban Staff & friends at the HSC Foundation. - Posted by: Lynda Ruban (staff at Health Sciences Centre Foundation) on: Jul 06, 2021
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Lev - I remember your mom watching tennis matches when we were kids. She always bothered to compliment me afterward even when I was your competition! I always thought that considerate. Take care in your loss. - Posted by: Joseph Langan (Friend ) on: Jul 04, 2021
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About Beatrice, on Victoria Day weekend 2021, Sea and sunset, deeply mauve, never seen before, not that color, never! It's for Bea Bea my BB, she made it, sunset irridescent. The most beautiful vibe, Bea Bea, Going, Up, Up, Up to invent her new colors of beauty and happiness which she made and took and gave back showering us with color and her equisite beauty and her take/way of loving. I always called her my Bea Bea. In life we were together and now... Yes, we are together now too. RIP, my beautiful Bea Bea. I love you, From her Vicki. By Victoria Brooks - Posted by: Victoria Brooks (Life long friend) on: Jul 04, 2021
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I am so sad to hear of Beatriz’s passing. I had the amazing opportunity to work for her over a few summers at the SJR uniform shop, where she taught me so much about everything - from how to size a customer with one look, to how to work with and manage people, eat sushi, and schmooze while getting the job done. I’ve always considered her one of my mentors, and I am eternally grateful for everything she taught me. She was intelligent, worldly, had a fabulous and dry sense of humour, and was by far the classiest person I have ever met. May her memory be a blessing. Sending my love to her family. Baruch Dayan HaEmet. - Posted by: Julie Pfeffer (Birek) (Employee ) on: Jul 04, 2021
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We were saddened to hear of Beatriz's passing and send our condolences to Rayna, Lev, her precious grandchildren and Maria. Our mothers were close friends and colleagues and we got to know her and Maria at quite a young age. Over the years we were in contact until she moved out to the coast where we regrettably lost touch. I have fond memories of working at Oma's one summer just before starting my teaching career. Beatriz had all those qualities one appreciates in a friend and I'll always be glad I knew her. One never knows when life will end and Beatriz made sure she filled hers with interesting successful ventures and lots of love for her children. Mimi (Mary Anne) and Barry Shore and Barb Yuzyk - Posted by: Mary Anne Shore (Friend) on: Jul 04, 2021
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Epitomy of “Renaissance Woman” - Master of ALL - Mother (first and foremost), Cook & Bake, Knitter, Seamstress, Business Entrepreneur, (Degreeless) Architect and Interior Designer, Painter and Renovator, Skier,Tennis Player, Golfer, Boat Navigator, and what a Friend! You played out your Mantra of “I Love Life” in full color! How you navigated your last, difficult journey on this earth is indicative of the essence of you - A Fierce Force - Brave, Stoic, Fighting the Fight without one single complaint. Your most precious Legacy - Rayna & Noah, Lev, Erica, Lumen & Remy will take your life force and apply it to their lives. You did good girl! Death ends a Life, not a Relationship. When someone you Love becomes a Memory, the Memory becomes a Treasure! My beautiful Soulmate/Sister, you are with me Forever! UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN💋💋💋💋 - Posted by: Libbi Walter (Sisters by Choice, not Birth) on: Jul 03, 2021
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Dearest Lev, Rayna, Ericka nd children, Beatriz was a Mavin. If Bea gave the ok, we knew it would be the best, always caring and loving. I will always remember the great times we all had together, her laughter rings in my ears, having had her love all your lives. She will always be a part of your hearts, loved you then, love you now. Ruty - Posted by: Ruty Rosenzweig (Family friend ) on: Jul 03, 2021
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I will miss you every day. K. - Posted by: Ken Richmond MD (Adopted brother) on: Jul 03, 2021