MILDRED MARGARET JEAL (PRESTON)

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MILDRED MARGARET JEAL (nee PRESTON) Mildred Jeal passed away on February 16th, 2009 at her home in Winnipeg. Midge was born August 9, 1922 in Edmonton, Alberta to Nellie Pearl (nee Harley) and Samuel Preston. Midge was predeceased by her beloved husband Walter in 2002. Midge leaves her beloved sister Joan Lodwick, niece Linda Chase (Ray) and nephew Rocky Lodwick (Judy), grand nephews Andrew, Ian and grand niece Blythe. Midge will also be sadly missed by her lifelong friend Evelyn (Evie) Wright and her husband Newton, their children Connie, Edgar, Tom, and many other friends in Ontario, Florida, Manitoba and elsewhere. Midge grew up in Fort Frances, Ontario and moved to Toronto as a young woman to pursue a career. She met Walter in Fort Frances during her youth and they were married in 1951. Midge and Walter lived in New York, Toronto and Kingston and she spent the last six years in Winnipeg. Midge lived a full life and lived it with gusto. A master in the kitchen, Midge and Walter loved entertaining their many friends and Walter's business associates. Midge had a passion for animals, travel, crafts and the arts. Amongst her many talents, Midge was an accomplished singer and had a flair for various crafts, especially decoupage, which she loved to create and share as gifts to many friends and family. Devout dog lovers, Midge and Walter had Boston Terriers most of their married life: pets that they considered their babies'. Midge loved the warmer climates and she and Walter enjoyed many winters at their home in Port Charlotte, Florida until shortly before Walter's passing. Midge loved her soul mate' Walter, her family and her friends very dearly. She will be missed and remembered by all of us. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Midge's memory to a charity of ones choice. The family wishes to thank the staff at The Wellington and the many healthcare professionals for their care and compassion of Midge throughout the years. Memorial service will be held on Monday, February 23, 2009 at 3:00 p.m. at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home, 4000 Portage Ave. Chapel Lawn 885-9715

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 21, 2009