STELLA KATHLEEN BUTLAND

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STELLA KATHLEEN BUTLAND (née BERNEY) It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our mother, Stella, on December 19, 2008, at the Hillcrest Nursing Home in Brandon, MB. Left to cherish her memories are her two sons, Allan (Edie), Keith (Cathy); and son-in-law Keith; her grandchildren, Kolby, Carin (Chris), Bailey, Dale, Katy, Carly, and great-grandchildren, Terik and Nolan. She is survived by her two sisters, Marg and Geraldine; brother Jim; sisters-in-law, Gladys, Rose, and Doreen and brother-in-law Keith. Stella will be missed by many other family and friends, including special niece, Doris (who was graciously by her side until the end, and we would like to thank her for all her support); Melissa (special granddaughter); friend Ella; Vi (cherished roommate); Angel and Tammy (her pet companions); and Armond (past companion). Stella was predeceased by mother Mildred; father Gerald; sisters, Edith, Mildred, Doris; brothers, Leslie, Raymond; sister-in-law Ann; brothers-in-law, Harry, Dan and Ed. She also grieved the passing of her daughter, Colleen, in April of 2008. Stella was born March 30, 1936 in Boissevain, MB, where she grew up until she moved to Oakbank to marry George and have her children, Allan, Colleen and Keith. When she moved back to Brandon, she was employed at Fairview Nursing Home as a dietary aid for 20 years. She enjoyed working with people and made many good friends there. She loved her gardening, her animal friends, listening to the Wheat King games; but, mostly, her special visits from her family members and close friends. A celebration of her life will take place on Saturday, December 27, 2008, at 1:00 p.m. at the Brockie Donovan Chapel, 332 - 8th St., Brandon, MB, 727-0694 with lunch to follow there. (Interment to follow at a later date). A special thank-you to all the staff at Hillcrest and the Brandon Palliative Care Unit for all the care they gave to Stella. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to the Palliative Care Unit at the Brandon Regional Health Centre, 150 McTavish Ave. East, Brandon, MB, R7A 2B3. Messages of condolence may be placed at www.brockiedonovan.com. Rest in Peace!

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 23, 2008