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MELANIE NICOLE MARIE DESJARDINS

Born: Apr 02, 1977

Date of Passing: Nov 20, 2005

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MELANIE NICOLE MARIE DESJARDINS Our family regrets to announce the sudden passing of our precious daughter and sister, Melanie Nicole Marie Desjardins on Sunday, November 20, 2005 at the age of 28 years. Melanie was born in Dryden, ON on April 2, 1977. She lived with her parents at Chukuni River, in Ontario until the family relocated to Beausejour, MB where Melanie graduated from Edward Schreyer High School in June of 1995. After graduation, Melanie pursued studies in nursing and graduated with a Bachelor of Nursing from the University of Manitoba in 2001. She held her first nursing position at Health Science Centre but later moved to Ste. Rose du Lac in Manitoba and nursed at the Ste. Rose General Hospital. One year later, she came back to Winnipeg for her final nursing position with the placement agency, Your Homecare SVC. Left to mourn her passing are her loving parents, Leon and Germaine (Anderson) Desjardins; sister Christine; brother Jamie; grandmother Odelia Desjardins; numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends - too numerous to mention by name. Melanie was predeceased by her maternal grandparents, Simon and Amanda (Berthelot) Anderson and by her paternal grandfather Antoine Desjardins. A loving and caring person, Melanie always put everyone else's concerns ahead of hers. Her bright smile and hearty laugh could liven up any room. She had a bubbly and jovial personality that enveloped you like a warm embrace. Melanie's abundant generosity was often displayed, from a handmade craft to a little something she saw in the store and thought you'd like - and all this to demonstrate her affection and care. She had a heart of gold, a heart as pure as newly fallen snow, one full of love and genuine selfless care for others. Words simply cannot do justice to Melanie's memory... It was not unusual to find little surprise love notes from Melanie - for Dad out fishing for the day, a little note that said Catch a big one! I love you ; for Mom, sticky notes of gratitude and love on the refrigerator door, I love you Mom ; I love you Chris left on a desk notepad; I love you my little man in Jamie's jacket pocket. And she would always sign, Love Mel with the letter o in the shape of a heart - just another little quirk that became part of who she was. She often called home asking, Can I come home? I'm lonely... What are you making for supper? Her Mom would ask What do you want to eat? I'll make it for you and this quickly generated the reply steak ; it became a ritual that two steaks were always cooked especially for her, knowing that she would have the second one to bring home for the next day. Family was very important to Melanie. There was nothing she enjoyed better than a huge family reunion which included camping and stories and songs by the bonfire. This is where she felt most at home. She loved going to Laurier and seeing her extended family members. Only God understood the suffering she endured and that her broken spirit could not be mended. So he wrapped his arms around her and said, Come Melanie, let me give you rest. Mass of the Resurrection will be celebrated on Friday, November 25 at 2:00 p.m. in St. Mary Roman Catholic Church, 530 Atlantic Ave., Beausejour, with Rev. Fr. David Brabant, p.s.s. presiding. Melanie's arrangements have been entrusted to the Family Owned Funeral Chapel of: WOJCIK'S ALL BELIEFS FAITHS FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM 897 - 4665

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 24, 2005

Condolences & Memories (15 entries)

  • I realize that it has been over 6 years, but I only found this obituary today and realized Melanie had passed away. I had been looking to reconnect with Melanie, since we had gone to Nursing school together. I wanted to talk to her again because she had been such a good friend in school, and because of that I remembered her often and thought about her. I was wondering how she was doing and why she wasn't on Facebook, where we could talk. But now I know why. My condolences to the family, even at this late date. The world truly lost a wonderful person in Melanie. - Posted by: Brian Carriere (Friend) on: Feb 09, 2012

  • Dear Leon, Germaine, Christine, and Jamie, It is with sincere sympathy that I'm sending you a message of love! I found out today through a mutual friend that Melanie had passed away. I'm truly sorry for your loss. Melanie was a good friend and fun roommate. She will be sadly missed, but never forgotten. May God bless you and sustain you in this time of sorrow. All my love, Michelle - Posted by: Michelle Notley (Knox) (Friend) on: Dec 22, 2005

  • Melanie was introduced into my life by our best friend Jaclyn. That day, I didn't know it, but she was to become as close to me as a sister. I've loved her ever since. Her legacy will live on in all of us. Desjardins family, this is my promise, I will keep her memory close to my heart and always in my mind. My daughter and I love her very much and we will keep that love alive. So long as the love for her is alive, she will always live. With Sincerest Compassion, Sherri Dubyts - Posted by: Sherri Dubyts (Friend) on: Nov 25, 2005

  • Dear Leon, Germaine, Christine and Jamie: My thoughts are with your family in this time of mourning. From Jocalyn Brown (Houghton) - Posted by: Jocalyn Brown (Houghton) (Friend) on: Nov 24, 2005

  • I would admire your family, at church, at home, and about town. Melanie (and Christine) was one of only very few babysitters who I trusted to leave my children with. She was adored by them, and by me. A sweet, kind, clever, and responsible girl. I can't imagine your sorrow. You will all be in our prayers, and so will she. Tracy, Jolene, Jackson, and Emily Kohne. - Posted by: Tracy Mastaler (Friend) on: Nov 24, 2005

  • Dear Leon, Germaine, Christine, and Jamie, How our hearts ache for you all for the loss of your dear Melanie. We pray God helps you through this difficult time. Our heartfelt sympathy to you all. Your old ex- Bjour friends, Karen and Ken Hlady, Sherri, Kathy, and Andy - Posted by: Ken & Karen Hlady (Friend) on: Nov 24, 2005

  • WAS A GOOD FRIEND AND WILL ALWAYS BE MISSED - Posted by: NICK REIMANN (Friend) on: Nov 24, 2005

  • Although I only met her once, once was enough to make a lasting impression. By far the sweetest, friendliest person you could wish to meet. I won't forget her. The family is forever in my prayers. - Posted by: Candace Musgrove (Acquaintance) on: Nov 24, 2005

  • My sincere condolences to Melanie's family - Posted by: Doreen Thibert (Friend) on: Nov 23, 2005

  • Melanie was one of my best friends. She filled a void that no one else ever had. She was like a sister that I'd never had. I will miss her very much. She also played the "honourary aunty" to my daughter who loves her very much. We will both miss her but keep her alive in our minds and our hearts. Desjardins family, my deepest sympathies in these times. You have lost a daughter and sister, I have lost a beautiful friend. Our stories and photographs will keep her alive for years to come. Sincerely, Sherri Duybts (Winnipeg) - Posted by: Sherri Dubyts (Friend) on: Nov 23, 2005

  • My most sincere and deepest sympathy. You are in my prayers and my heart goes out to you all. Melanie will forever be remembered for the wonderful person she was. - Posted by: Carolyn Gingras (Family) on: Nov 23, 2005

  • I am so sorry for your loss. Melanie was a great person with an enormous heart who gave to others and never asked for anything in return. She was kind, loving, loyal, funny, smart and over-all beautiful both inside and out. She touched my life in many ways and will never be forgotten. Unfortunately, I will be unable to attend her funeral but want you to know that I will stop by for a visit when I do get home around the 18th. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this most unfortunate time. - Posted by: Pamela Wilke (Family) on: Nov 23, 2005

  • Excellent nurse. Became a friend to us all!! Will be sadly missed. Our deepest simpathy to the family. - Posted by: Your Homecare Service Ltd. (Co-Worker) on: Nov 23, 2005

  • I thought of you with love today, but that is nothing new. I thought about you yesterday, and the days before that, too. I think of you in silence. I often speak your name. Now all I have are memories, and your picture in a frame. Your memory is my keepsake, with which I’ll never part. God has you in His keeping. I have you in my heart. Sincerest condolences to the Desjardins family. Melanie was a wonderful person who touched many hearts. She will be greatly and sadly missed. Love, Amanda Dehn (Wilke) - Posted by: Mandi W. (Friend) on: Nov 22, 2005

  • Dear Desjardins Family: My deepest sympathy to all of you at this time. From Jocalyn Brown (Houghton) - Posted by: Jocalyn Brown (Houghton) (Acquaintance) on: Nov 22, 2005

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