LEOTA MARGARETE FARMERY

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LEOTA MARGARETE FARMERY (formerly SMITH) (nee ARMSTRONG) September 17, 1925 - January 9, 2006 Margarete passed away peacefully at the Grace Hospital with family by her side. She will be missed by her husband Frederick Farmery; sister Shirley Van Iderstine (Gordon); her daughters, Leslie Sanders (Ralph), Sandra Hill (Bryan); grandchildren, Diana, Paul (Christie), Annmarie (Mike), Victoria, Sonja (Scott), Whitney (Maurice), Jonathan (Renee), Stephen, McKenzie, Cassandra; nephews, Peter (Anne), Kris, John, Paul (Nadine); and niece Jennifer (Dale). Margarete will also be missed by Fred's children, Rene (Bill), Sandra (Paul), Kathy (Mark); and grandchildren, Gary, Chelsea, Alison and Michelle. Margarete was predeceased by her parents, Leota and Elsworth Armstrong; her brothers, Russell and Ross; her first husband Russell; in-laws, Rebecca and Jack West; granddaughter Alexandra; and her brother-in-law Einar Gustavson. Margarete was born and lived her life in Winnipeg. She worked for many years at Central Mortgage and Housing Corporation as an administrative secretary and appraiser. Mom had special gifts. Her creativity shone through in her china painting, her storytelling and her sense of humour. She had a flare for making something out of nothing and finding good bargains. She was supportive in difficult situations, giving philosophical advice, with practical solutions. She was intuitive and sensitive to people's needs. Mom was an adventurous person; she loved camping, travelling and meeting new people. In her later years she took pleasure in activities such as snorkelling and golfing. She was always ready for a good mystery book or movie. Mom's greatest gift to us was our knowing we were loved. Our sincere gratitude goes out to her family physician Dr. Russell Albak and to the health care staff at Health Sciences Centre, Seven Oaks and the Grace Hospitals for their compassionate care. Mom was truly grateful. A memorial service was held on Thursday, January 12 at 3:00 p.m. at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home, 4000 Portage Ave. If so desired, donations may be made to a charity of one's choice. Arrangements entrusted to: CHAPEL LAWN FUNERAL HOME CREMATION AND RECEPTION CENTRE 885-9715 Family and friends are invited to sign the Book of Condolence at www.chapellawn.mb.ca

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 13, 2006