EDITH TABACK

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EDITH TABACK March 18,1930 - March 12, 2006 With great sadness, we announce the passing of our mother Edith Taback. She was predeceased by her husband Joseph Taback; her parents Louis and Clara Kneller; sister Anne Kneller; brother Gordon Kneller; and brothers-in-law Wilfred Juvavsky, Cecil Shukster and Sam Lemer. She leaves behind her children Shayne (Kathy) Taback and Michelle (Barton) Faiman. She is also survived by her sister Sue Juravsky; sisters-in-law Edith Kneller, Lillian Shukster, Mae Lemer; and brother-in-law Robert (Jeanette) Taback. She also leaves close extended family and friends. Mom was a very special woman who was truly ahead of her time. She was capable, strong, devoted, well loved, hardworking and highly successful in every area of her life. Mom was born and raised in Winnipeg, Manitoba. She attended school at David Livingstone, William Whyte and St. John's Tech. She graduated from the University of Manitoba with degrees in Bachelor of Arts (1951), Bachelor of Social Work (1953) and Masters of Social Work (1961). She played mandolin in an orchestra when she was 13 years old. She lettered in bowling and won many trophies. She was an avid reader and bridge player and also enjoyed taking various classes such as cooking and ceramics. In the later years, she loved her continuing education classes at the University of Winnipeg. She started working for the Children's Aid Society in the 1950's where she rose through the ranks to become Program Manager of Family Services. She formed many life long friendships. She married dad in 1964 and moved to Vegreville, Alberta where they spent many happy years raising their family. In 1974, Mom established the first mental health services program providing family counseling and child guidance. The family moved back to Winnipeg in 1977. Mom rejoined the Children's Aid Society later becoming the Foster Care and Adoption Supervisor of the Winnipeg Child and Family Services for the Northwest Area. She was a strong advocate for children and families in need. After mom retired in 1999, she maintained a busy social life with a diverse group of friends. These included Mahjong, Gwen Secter, Breakfast, Lunch and Hairdressing Groups. She enjoyed her social work friends of over 50 years and her retirees group that she founded. She also belonged to Pioneer Women, B'nai Brith, Hadassah and Yachad. Mom formed lifelong friendships with those who knew her. She was highly energetic and intelligent, practical and very down to earth. Mom had a knack for adventure and for meeting people. She travelled extensively with trips including Las Vegas, Nassau, Hawaii, China, Israel and Puerto Vallarta. She enjoyed going to the casinos, playing bingo and taking gambling trips to the U.S. Once, in Las Vegas, she ended up on stage dancing with Dom DeLuise. She also loved restaurants and served as an excellent source of advice on where to dine. She was willing to try everything. She was our closest friend and confidante. She loved her children and times spent together will be cherished. She had a zest for life and living and will be deeply missed. We wish to thank Dr. Lori Ebbeling - Treon for her dedicated care, as well as the medical staff of the St. Boniface Hospital and the nursing staff of 7A West. Your thoughtful care and acts of kindness will not be forgotten. Funeral Services were held at the Chevra Mishnayes Synagogue on March 14, 2006 with burial following at the Shaarey Zedek Cemetery. We thank Rabbi Alan Green and Cantor Gerry Daien for officiating at the services. The pallbearers were Barton Faiman, Marshall Kneller, Roman Drzewiecki, Bruce Mellon, Allan Shpeller, Howard Pitch and Avrom Charach. Honorary pallbearers were Ted Muller, Morrie Taback, Dr. Charles Faiman and Malik Juravsky. If desired, donations can be made to Cancer Care Manitoba, Canadian Diabetes Association, Heart and Stroke Foundation of Manitoba or to a charity of your choice. Always remembered Always missed Forever in our hearts

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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 29, 2006