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ETHEL HELEN ELVIRA DRINNAN -
Born: Jan 11, 1924
Date of Passing: Mar 27, 2009
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryETHEL HELEN ELVIRA DRINNAN 1924 - 2009 Ethel passed away peacefully on Friday, March 27, 2009. She is survived by her loving companion Mike Yaschuk, her three children: Dawn (Frank), Warren (Lisa) and Cathy (Jim); grandchildren: Karin (Phil), Michelle (Graham), Christine (Russel), Chris (Yu Mee), James, and Robert; as well as four great-grandchildren. Ethel was born on January 11, 1924 in Nelson, BC. She lived in Victoria, Calgary and Winnipeg, settling in Winnipeg in 1972. She taught school at the Calgary Hebrew School and at Talmud Torah, Winnipeg. Near the end of her career she wrote a book about her experiences, Jelly Beans Are Not Kosher. Ethel's loves were many and varied. Her main love was her family who will miss her greatly. She enjoyed golf, swimming, yoga, opera, theatre and reading. She was a member and supporter of the Unitarian Church, the Circle of Friends Afternoon Book Club and the St. Boniface Golf Club for many years. A memorial service for Ethel will be held on Thursday, April 2 at 1:30 p.m. in the Unitarian Church, 603 Wellington Cres. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of one's choice. The Coutu family in care of arrangements: E.J. COUTU CO. FUNERAL DIRECTORS 680 Archibald St. 253-5086
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Mar 31, 2009
Condolences & Memories (3 entries)
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Although I know 53, I often remember Mrs Drinnan as the first person that comes to mind when I reflect on my elementary years. She tried to be strict but I only saw a kind-hearted woman. I probably gave her some tough times, but she left a lasting impression on me. I just googled her name and learned of her passing and it brought a tear to my eye. So I felt compelled to write a tribute to her. I never understood her dedication to Jewish schooling although she herself was not Jewish. I think that made me lover her even more. Goodbye Mrs Drinnan. Thankyou for taking care of me and teaching me. - Posted by: Joshua Kurtz (Elementary Student) on: Aug 04, 2025
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I worked with Ethel for many years at Talmud Torah School in Winnipeg. I always found her to be a warm and friendly person who came to work every day with a smile on her face. She was loved by her students and was a beautiful addition to our staff. May her memory be blessed. - Posted by: linda feuer (former colleague) on: Mar 25, 2020
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Mrs. Drinnan was my first Canadian teacher at the Talmud Torah, and the only teacher to ever come to my first birthday party (11th) in Canada. That was the first time I saw her without a pencil gripped between her teeth. She was smiling and laughing with my parents despite their broken English. I will always remember you with kindness, Mrs. Drinnan. - Posted by: Irina Mouritsen (former student ) on: Jun 11, 2012