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MARGARET ANN VANDENDORPE (HENDERSON)
Born: Jun 16, 1945
Date of Passing: Feb 20, 2011
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryMARGARET ANN VANDENDORPE (nee HENDERSON) Peacefully with her family by her side, Margaret, beloved wife of Albert Vandendorpe, passed away at Riverview Health Centre on February 20, 2011 after a lengthy and courageous battle with cancer. She leaves to cherish her memory, son Robert, wife Janet (Andrew, Kelsey, Kendra), daughters Sheryl Hergesheimer, husband David (Lindsay, Jessica) and Laureen Spitzke, husband Stuart (Mackenna, Alex), brothers Gordon (Lucille), Ronald (Lorraine), Ralph (Wanda), Lawrence (Judy), sister Ella, sisters and brothers-in-law Edna, Barb, Annie, Simone (Ronald), Rene (Irene), Gerard, Angele, Mary (Rene), Germaine (Jim), as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Margaret was predeceased by her father Clarence (1977), mother Elizabeth (1988), sister Myrtle (2008), brothers Robert (1998), James (2009), infant Stanley (1944), sister-in-law Florette (1999), brothers-in-law Wes, Mike, Denis, father-in-law Andrew (1992) and mother- in-law Irene (1980). Margaret was born in Treherne, MB on June 16, 1945 and was raised in the Altamont District. In 1962, she attended Marvel Beauty School and began her hairdressing career at Gordon's Hairdressing in Portage La Prairie. On June 4, 1966, she married Albert, moved to Transcona and worked at Ann's Beauty Salon until 1971 when she opened Margaret's Beauty Salon in the basement of their home. She successfully ran her salon and raised her young family at home until 1991 when she closed her business to attend Herzing Career College. She graduated with Honours from the Doctor's Office Assistant Program in 1991. From then on, until she retired in 2005 at the age of 60, Margaret enjoyed being a Work Experience Coordinator and an Instructor at Herzing. Margaret loved many things including caring for her garden and her beautiful plants. She had a passion for reading and learning, always striving for excellence. She loved playing scrabble and cards with her family. Margaret and Albert were active in many dance clubs, dancing together flawlessly hour after hour. She loved country music and old western movies. Margaret had a strong love of family and friends. She was loyal, loving and kind to all, welcoming people into her home graciously. Margaret was devoted, strong and very loved by her family. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, February 25 at 10:00 a.m. at Blessed Sacrament Roman Catholic Church, 710 B Roanoke St. A private family interment will be held in Altamont, MB. If friends so desire, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Margaret's memory to Adoption Options Manitoba, 1313 Portage Ave., Winnipeg, MB R3G 0V3 or the Canadian Wildlife Federation 1-800-563-9453 ext. 211. CROPO FUNERAL CHAPEL 586-8044
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 23, 2011
Condolences & Memories (6 entries)
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Five years ago today, we had to say good bye to you Mom...on a very sad Sunday. We sat with you as you took your last breathe and held your hand. I was really sad yesterday as I was reminded that it was five years ago that I last heard your voice, or that I spoke to you. You have missed so much in the last 5 years...happiness, laughter, great card games, family gatherings, heartache, challenges and more. I can't count the number of times I have wished you were here with us. I hope to always make you proud. You are missed and cherished. You are thought of with love and your life long teachings remain with me always.... - Posted by: Laureen Spitzke (Daughter) on: Feb 20, 2016
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There is really no words that can convey how much I wish you were still here. I love you and miss you always. You are never out of my thoughts for long. I wish you were here to share in our every day events and to be there when life is challenging. You have instilled many values in all of our family and I hope we continue to make you proud. - Posted by: Laureen Spitzke (Daughter) on: Feb 20, 2015
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You are never far from our thoughts Mom. We wish you were here to share in our every day lives, the good times and the bad. We would love to hear you laugh again, to play one more card game....just to have one more day with you. We miss you always. - Posted by: Laureen Spitzke (Daughter) on: Feb 20, 2014
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There are no words to say how much we have missed you in the last two years. I think of you every day and love you always.... - Posted by: Laureen Spitzke (Daughter) on: Feb 20, 2013
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am truly sorry for your loss; she was a wonderful beautiful lady who had the most amazing smile and laugh that could light up a room… When I attended Herzing College in 2004, I was unsure of myself 3-4 months into the office assistant course. Not knowing weather I was smart enough to get through it all; but Margaret helped me get through my fears of not finishing my course. She had such a beautiful positive energy that gave me a boost of positive hope for the future. I started to look forward to going to class everyday and worked hard throughout my 10 month course, never missed a day and achieved the deans list as well as perfect attendance and Graduated in 2005! I can honestly say I couldn’t have done it without her…She was the most Amazing teacher I have ever had in my life! She was also my sister’s teacher in 2002/2003. My sister and I both told her how much she reminded us of our Grandmother Lillian Grant as she looked so much like her and had the same beautiful smile and energy. Our Grandmother also past from Cancer at the age of 66. My sister and I are blessed to have had her as a part of our lives. She has truly helped us with our future. I recently came across these mugs that reminded me of Margaret and wished I would have found them on Graduation day to give them to her…"To Teach Is To Touch A Life Forever." & “God Bless you as you serve by sharing your Knowledge with others” She has Truly touched many people’s lives… I wish that I would have known about her passing sooner; so that my sister and I could have attended her funeral… May God Bless you and you’re Family Always... xxx - Posted by: Pamela Palmquist (Student at Herzing College) on: Oct 24, 2012
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On behalf of the Solesbury family, we wish to send our condolences to all of the family. - Posted by: David Solesbury (Family) on: Feb 24, 2011