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MABEL KOCH It is with sadness we announce the passing of Mabel Koch on Monday, June 11, 2011 at Concordia Place Care Centre at the age of 79 years. Left to cherish Mabel's memory are sisters, Paulien (Don) Bainbridge of Atikokan, ON, Hetty Walker of Pembina, ND; nephews and nieces. She was predeceased by her parents, Jan and Mabel Koch; sister Yvonne Silver and brother in laws Ron Silver and Charles Walker. Mabel was born in Tilburg Holland in 1932 and saw much of the Second World War. Later the family moved to Belgium and then in 1949 moved to Fort Frances Ontario. She enlisted in the Royal Canadian Air Force and worked in the dental trade. Mabel later worked at the University of Manitoba. Upon her retirement she enjoyed summers at the Lake by Petersfield. She enjoyed curling and darts at the Legion and was a proud Life Member and Sergeant-At-Arms for many years. When her health failed she moved to Concordia Place until her death. On Thursday, July 21, 2011 Mabel's Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. in The Royal Canadian Legion, Transcona Branch # 7, 117 Regent Ave. E. A private family Interment will be held at a later date. Donations in Mabel's name may be made to a charity of one's choice.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 16, 2011