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MONICA MORRELL
Born: Sep 08, 1958
Date of Passing: May 11, 2008
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MONICA MORRELL September 8, 1958 - May 11, 2008 It is with saddened hearts that we announce the passing of Monica (Moni) on May 11, 2008 at the age of 49. Monica never gave up in her long battle with cancer and while she left us too soon we take great comfort knowing that the last chapter of her story was peaceful. She will be missed by her husband Michael Anderson, her kids Carly, Chad and Haley, Irene Frater (Mother), Jack Frater (Dad), Irene Anderson (Mother-in-law), the rest of her family, friends, coworkers, teammates, her cat Cleo and her dog Charley. Monica was named after her birthplace, Santa Monica, California but was raised in Winnipeg where she attended Birchwood Elementary, Golden Gate, Silver Heights schools and Red River College. She dedicated herself to helping those in need, first at the St. Amant Centre and then as a counselor at the Manitoba Youth Centre. She also spent countless hours helping animals of all shapes and sizes to find loving and caring homes. She loved to share her passion for animals and convinced numerous family, friends and strangers to adopt from animal shelters or the humane society. Monica traveled to Europe, Mexico, the Caribbean, Bali and many parts of the US and Canada but her second home was Grand Beach, Manitoba where she spent her childhood summers and then summers with her own children. She loved the social atmosphere of the Beach; the garage sales, the pots and pans parade of sound, the annual bike race, the lip-synch contest, music on the deck, time on the beach or just chatting with neighbors. The mother/daughter relationship between Irene and Monica was exemplary. They were joined at the hip and they did just about everything together. Monica continued this tradition of close relationships with her own children. One thing stands out above all others, she was a Mom and she was a Mom of triplets. She nurtured, coached, mentored and (yes it's true) pestered the kids so that they would have the skills and character to succeed in life. Raising kids is not easy at the best of times but even in the tougher times Monica was a Mom to her kids, her kid's friends and even some of her own friends. For this reason Mother's Day will always be a celebration. A celebration of Monica's life will be held May 15, 2008 at 3:30 p.m. at the Chapel Lawn Funeral Home, 4000 Portage Avenue. Family and friends are invited to come and share their stories and memories of Monica. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Monica's memory to the Winnipeg Pet Rescue Shelter, 3062 Portage Ave, Winnipeg, MB R3K 0Y1 or to CancerCare Manitoba. We'll love you forever and you will be forever in our hearts... Love Mike, Carly, Chad and Haley. Chapel Lawn 885-9715
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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 13, 2008
Condolences & Memories (4 entries)
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Years later Monica is still a part of my thoughts and my memories. She was so amazing and I often talk about her as my friend Monica who had triplets and was one of the most amazing women I ever knew. What a legacy for such a short life. - Posted by: Sherree (Friend) on: May 09, 2015
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Dear Mike, Chad, Haley, Carly, Irene and Jack, I can't tell you the number of trials and tribulations I've been through these past five years since Monica died and how badly I've wanted to pick up the phone and share my inner most thoughts and feelings about them with her. I was always able to do that because your mom/wife/daughter cared so much, was so very accepting and was always able to make me see the brighter side of things. I also miss hearing about all of you. She appreciated you all so much and was able to turn her own predicaments and difficulties into funny stories that had us both laughing hysterically one minute and crying the next (or vice versa). And I've never felt so at home, accepted and authentic as I did when I was with Monica. Your loss must be unbearable sometimes and I feel for you often. I am sorry I have not reached out to you to comfort...I feel quite inadequate in that regard. I hope you are all doing well. Love, Linda - Posted by: Linda Markham (Co-worker at St. Amant Centre and Friend there after) on: Jun 25, 2013
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Dear Michael, Chad, Carly, Haley, Irene & Jack, Wish I could have been at the Celebration!! I think of Moni every day & always will. “Sometimes when one person is missing, the whole world seems depopulated” Thinking of you all....... Love, Heather J - Posted by: Heather (lifetime friend) on: May 15, 2012
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Dear Mike, Chad, Carly, Haley, Irene and Jack, In this sad time, the whole family and friends share in your loss, many caring, loving thoughts reach out to comfort you...and assure you, you'll never be alone..... I loved Mon so much. She was the most beautiful friend. Our Golden Gate Girlfriends of 15 will cherish her forever! With Love, Julie - Posted by: Julie Picking (Friend) on: May 14, 2008