IDA LUCAS

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IDA LUCAS On Saturday March 21, 2009, in Winnipeg, Ida Lucas passed away at age 99. Ida was predeceased by husband Albert Lucas, siblings Bessie Abrams, Hymie Margolis, Max Margolis and Major Margolis, and parents Rachel and Moses Margolis. Born in Simferopol, Crimea, in 1909, Ida came to Canada with her family in 1924 and lived in Transcona and then in Winnipeg's northend. She was a loving wife to Albert Lucas for 35 years until his passing in 1983. Ida's memory will be cherished forever by her daughter Esther (Seymour Shlien) and grandchildren Anita and Liana Shlien (Ottawa). Also survived by sisters-in-law, Connie Margolis (Winnipeg) and Erna Kuhns (Tucson, Arizona), as well as cousins in Winnipeg and numerous nieces and nephews. Heartfelt thanks to the dedicated staff of the WRHA Home Care Program whose services, along with those of other loyal caregivers, enabled Ida to maintain her independence despite the frailties brought on by aging. Special appreciation to Joan Bender for her friendship and support. Sincere thanks to the staff of Charleswood Care Centre, Unit 3, for the care Ida received during her stay. A graveside service was held on March 23, 2009, at Shaarey Zedek Cemetery, Rabbi Larry Lander officiating. Pallbearers were Dr. Neil Margolis, Dr. Ted Hechter, Gary Margolis, Sheldon Margolis, Aubrey Margolis and Jonathan Margolis.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Mar 28, 2009