MARGARET LORRAINE LEES (MILLER)

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MARGARET LORRAINE LEES (nee MILLER) Peacefully, on Monday, January 2, 2012, at the age of 82, Margaret passed away at Bethany Care Centre in Cochrane, Alberta. Born in Manitoba, Margaret was raised at Fortier and moved to Newton Siding when she married. She later moved to Alberta with her family, but returned to Winnipeg in 1965. Margaret was employed as a medical secretary in Winnipeg until her retirement. Her last years were enjoyed in Calgary from 2000-2008, and Cochrane to 2012. She loved sewing, baking, and spending time with family and pets, and especially enjoyed summer vacations with them. Margaret leaves to cherish her memory her children - Robert (Laurie) Lees of Winnipeg, Diane (Joe) Czastkiewicz of Winnipeg, Derek (Toni) Lees of Cochrane, AB; grandchildren - Robin (Paul), Jody (Sharon), Garrett, Stephanie, Nicholas, Jeffrey, Eric, Craig, and Jordan; great-grandchildren Jenna and Serina, and one great-grandchild due in March; brother - Robert (Eva) Miller of Fortier, and many special cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. She was predeceased by her parents, George and Ellen Miller; an infant brother, Billy; special companion, Joe; and Bill Lees of Calgary. With a twinkle in her eye and a smile, she let us know that she was still in there somewhere. Love you forever, Mom. Trust in the Lord. Proverbs 3:5:6 Cremation has taken place in Alberta. Memorial service will be held in early summer 2012 in Oakville, MB. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Alzheimer Society of Manitoba, 10 - 120 Donald Street, Winnipeg MB, R3C 4G2, ph. (204) 943-6622, or Bethany Care Centre - Cochrane, 302 Quigley Drive, Cochrane AB, T4C 1X9, ph. (403) 932-6422.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 07, 2012