ESTELLE EATON -

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ESTELLE EATON 1929 - 2011 With overwhelming sadness we announce the sudden passing of Estelle Eaton on June 2, 2011. Beloved wife of 56 years of William Eaton. Cherished mother of Diane (Alan) McMillan, Gail Eaton and Kathy (John) Stevens. Adored grandmother of Morgan (Sarah) and Meagan (Jordan) McMillan and Jack, Will and Katie Stevens. Survived by loving brothers, Larry (Charlotte) and Adelard Deslauriers, as well as many nieces and nephews, and her loyal cairn terrier Charlee. Estelle was predeceased by her parents, Leopold and Emma Deslauriers; brother Rénè; sister Thérèse; infant son Billy; and son-in-law Tony. Estelle was always a driving force in so many lives. Energetically helping others while providing a constant source of wisdom and humour. Estelle was a longtime volunteer at the Western Canada Aviation Museum. She devoted countless hours to restoring aircraft to their former glory. A funeral mass will be held at 11:00 a.m., Monday, June 6, 2011 at St. John Brebeuf Church, 1707 John Brebeuf Place in Winnipeg. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Restoration Department of the Western Canada Aviation Museum, HangarT2 958 Ferry Rd., Winnipeg, MB R3H 0Y8 or The Alzheimer Society of Canada, 20 Eglington Ave. W. Ste. 1600, Toronto, ON M4R 1K8. Neil Bardal funeral home in charge of arrangements. Phone: 949-2200.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jun 04, 2011