GLENDA JEAN MCDOWELL (MCLAUGHLIN)

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GLENDA JEAN MCDOWELL (nee MCLAUGHLIN) After a long and painful struggle with chronic illnesses, Glenda passed away peacefully at the Grace Hospice on Friday, October 20, 2006 with her family by her side. Glenda will be remembered by her loving husband Glen of 34 years; daughter Jodie (Kelly) Gale; son Ryan McDowell (Corri); her very special grandchildren Tyler and Megan Gale, and Rory McDowell; her mother Verna McLaughlin; brother Terry (Donna) McLaughlin of Gladstone as well as numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. She was predeceased by her father Bob McLaughlin, February 2004. Born July 4, 1953 in Gladstone, MB, Glenda moved to Winnipeg in February 1972 where she met the love of her life, Glen. They wed in June of that same year. She enjoyed bingo and making crafts of all kinds. Over the years she spent many hours crocheting afghans for family and friends. She loved her family dearly. Most of all, she delighted in her grandchildren's accomplishments and cherished every moment spent with them. She will be deeply missed by all. In compliance with Glenda's wishes, a private family service was held We would like to acknowledge, Dr. Winogrodzka, Dr Walli and the many other doctors, health care professionals and home care attendants for their care over the years. Our family wishes to express our deepest gratitude to the staff on 3 North at the Grace Hospital and the Grace Hospice, whose compassion and support during this difficult time was incredible. A special thank-you to our angels at the Hospice who made Glenda's last days special for her and for us. You were all truly a gift. We respectfully decline flowers. Donations if you so choose, may be made in Glenda's memory to the Grace Palliative Care Hospice, the Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of Canada, Box 88, Station Main, Winnipeg, MB., R3C 2G1, or to a charity of one's choice. Glenda'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 Oct 25, 2006