ALEXANDRINA (ALIX) EMILY DONALD (MACLEAN)

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ALEXANDRINA (ALIX) EMILY DONALD (nee MACLEAN) Our Mom, Nannie and sister passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on October 8, 2011 at the Grace Hospital. Alix was born in Winnipeg to Donald and Emily MacLean on February 1, 1918. She was predeceased by her parents, husband Bill, son Doug, sister Donalda Robinson, brother Sonny and brother-in-law Peter Swanlund. She is survived by her children, Leslie Chale (John), Peter Donald (Donna), Kim (Donald-Haverty) Griffin (Bill), and Bill Donald (Sandra), daughter-in-law Cathy Gfellner; sisters, Pat Swanlund, and Daphne Thomson (Bill); and her grandchildren, Christy, Katrina (Kevin Duncan), Nikki, Dan, Emma and William Donald. Alix was a blithe spirit, always welcoming visitors and friends. She loved a party, and was at her best whenever she was in the thick of things. She was a natural athlete, always on the move. She loved to dance, was inspired by music and the arts and relished the beauty of the outdoors. She loved to travel and was able to visit many parts of the world, but her time spent at the lake with her family was most treasured. She was also a thoughtful and considerate person who inspired and touched many. She put her family first, and cherished the time she had with everyone, especially her grandchildren. She had a flair for fashion and shopping with her girls was one of her favourite outings. She loved playing cards and games and wouldn't be without her daily paper and crossword puzzle. Till the day she died, her zest for life was evident. A celebration of her wonderful life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, October 14, 2011, at St. Andrews River Heights United Church, 255 Oak Street. Flowers are gratefully declined. Those wishing to do so may make a donation in remembrance of Alix to the St. Boniface Hospital Research Foundation or to a charity of choice. The family wishes to express their special thanks to her Home Care for their dedication, and also the wonderful nursing staff at the Grace Hospital ER. Their care made her passing a little easier. Thanks also to Rev. Karen Lumley for her presence and support in the final hours. Funeral Home Crematorium 843 Sherbrook Street, 774-7474 Condolences: www.barda.ca

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 11, 2011