GLADYS F. LUSSIER

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GLADYS F. LUSSIER After a long and wonderful life, with her family around her, Gladys Lussier passed away at her residence on Sunday April 19, 2009 at the age of 90 years. She will be lovingly remembered and forever cherished by her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Gladys was predeceased by her husband Edward and her grandson Robert. She is survived by her children, Raymond (Alice), David (Sandra), Anne (Dale), Cathy (Barry), Patricia (Barry), Christine (Darrell), Brian (Ingrid); her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, Mark (Tonya - Storm, Trinity) Lussier, Leanne (John) Yule, Gregg (Tara - Tyler, Jordan, Jack) Lussier, Krista (Todd - Beckett) Smigielski, Craig (Lisa - Neeve) Reynolds, Lisa Reynolds (Kevin Angel), Jenn (Doug - Brayden, Luke) Tumber, Stephen (Claire) Russell, Stacey (Chuck - Logan) Lang, Katherine Rae, Brittany Rae, Cole Fornwald, Blaine Fornwald, Kevin Lussier, Derek Lussier. Gladys was born in Reading England on June 16, 1918. She received her teaching certificate after graduating from Brighton College in 1938. Gladys moved to Canada after the Second World War and married Edward on December 29, 1945. They started a family and Gladys spent her time raising her children and volunteering both in her community and at her local church. She was an active member of the CWL and had recently received her 50 year pin. Gladys returned to teaching in 1966 and taught school in Lampman, SK until her retirement in 1980. After moving to Winnipeg she became active in her local parish. She was also thrilled to be able to take in many arts events, enjoying symphony, theatre and the ballet right up to the time of her passing. Gladys loved to travel and she especially enjoyed numerous cruises and trips to many parts of the world. She also enjoyed playing bridge, bowling, watching figure skating and singing in community and church choirs. As Gladys was a war bride she was an active member of both the Saskatchewan and Manitoba War Brides' Associations. Gladys' family was her pride and joy. She spent much of her time visiting her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren who were very special to her. Gladys had a love for life and a zest for learning, which she instilled in her children. She also taught them to see the good in others and to see the positive in every situation. The family would like to thank Dr. Brian Sharkey who provided excellent care to our mother over the past 28 years and was a tremendous source of strength to her. We would also like to acknowledge the Home Care Palliative care nurses, especially Janet, who provided support and care to her and her family throughout her brief illness. Funeral services will be held at St. Timothy's Church, 135 John Forsyth Road on Friday April 24 at 11:00 a.m. A private family interment will follow at Glen Lawn Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate donations made to the Canadian Cancer Society. It's only for a while that we must part, So bless the memories within your heart. I won't be far away, for life goes on, So if you need me, call and I will come. Though you can't see me or touch me, I'll be near. And if you listen with all your heart, you'll hear, All of my love around you soft and clear. And then, when you must come this way alone, I'll greet you with a smile and say, welcome home . We Love You Mom You will be forever in our hearts Family and friends are invited to sign the Book of Condolences at www.desjardins-funeral.ca DESJARDINS 233-4949 1-888-233-4949

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 23, 2009