MARGARET TOEWS

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MARGARET TOEWS On May 16, 2009 Mom passed away peacefully with her family by her side. She was born April 25, 1923 in the R.M. of Morris, MB to Aganetha and Jacob Dueck. Mom was predeceased by her infant son John, sisters Nettie, Mary, Kay, little brother Peter, and son-in-law Ed Barchuk. Mom is survived by her four children Sharon Barchuk, Ron (Anne), Gary, and Lori (Jim) Wittig; eight grandchildren Curtis (Julie), Ken, and Craig Barchuk, Jen (Gord), and Karen (Mike) Toews, Chris, Laura, and Kevin Wittig, and nine great-grandchildren, sister Elizabeth (Betty) and her best and lifelong friend Olga Kennedy and dear friend Emil who will deeply miss her. Many nieces and nephews all dear to her heart, and of course her good friends around Transcona, whom she often met for coffee. Mom has always been a hard worker, having various jobs in the service industry. She was very independent and able to purchase her own home while providing for her family. She loved to go out, and bingo had been one of her favourite past times. She volunteered for the Heart and Stroke Foundation for over 30 years, along with many other organizations including the Cancer Society, and Kidney Foundation, always wanting to help those less fortunate. Her family and pets were everything to her. Mom's strong work ethic, big heart, stubborn disposition, and open door to all will never be forgotten. Special thanks to the staff at the Concordia Hospital, as well as many friends and family for their continued support. Rest in peace Mom. We love you. Sharon, Ron, Gary and Lori. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 6 Donald St. Winnipeg, MB R3L 0K6 (204) 949-2000 or the Humane Society, 45 Hurst Way, Winnipeg, MB R3T 0R3, (204) 982-2035. A memorial service be held on Friday, May 22, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. in Green Acres Funeral Home (No.1 Hwy. E. at Navin Rd). GREEN ACRES Funeral Home and Cemetery 1 Green Acres Lane, Springfield (204) 222-3241 Hwy #1 E. inside the Perimeter at Winnipeg Life stories may be shared at www.mem.com

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 20, 2009