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MARIA SMOLENSKI
Date of Passing: Apr 13, 2013
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryMARIA SMOLENSKI It is with deep sadness that the family announces the passing of Maria Smolenski (née Siekacz) on April 13, 2013. Maria was predeceased by her parents and dearest brothers Wladek and Kostek. Maria is survived by her husband of 53 years, Andrew, son Mark (Lee-Ann), grandchildren, Abigail, Emily, Iain, and numerous nephews and nieces in England. Maria was born in Bezwodne, Poland on May 30, 1926. Orphaned in 1942, Maria was transported to Palestine where she joined the School of Young Volunteers (Szkola Mlodych Ochotniczek (S.M.O)) and completed her secondary education. Maria settled in London, England where she studied Nursing. She graduated in 1952 and practiced as a Registered Nurse and Mid-wife. In 1956 Maria immigrated to Canada to join the City of Winnipeg Health Department where she practiced as a Registered Public Health Nurse for 32 years. Maria was an active member of the Polish Combatants Association (S.P.K.) where she enjoyed volunteering for Folklorama. She most enjoyed spending her summers in the Whiteshell with family and friends but her greatest joy were her grandchildren. A Prayer Service will be held on Thursday, April 18 at 7:00 p.m. at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main Street. A graveside service will be held on Friday, April 19, at 10:00 a.m. at Elmwood Cemetery, 88 Hespeler Avenue. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to your favourite charity. The family wishes to extend their gratitude to the Seven Oaks General Hospital 5th floor U1 and U5 medical teams for the comfort and care provided. 204-586-8044
Publish Date: Apr 17, 2013
MARIA SMOLENSKI It is with deep sadness the family announces the passing of Maria on April 13, 2013 at Seven Oaks General Hospital. A Prayer Service will be held on Thursday, April 18, at 7:00 p.m. at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main Street. A graveside service will be held on Friday, April 19, at 10:00 a.m. at Elmwood Cemetery, 88 Hespeler Avenue. A complete obituary to follow in Wednesday's paper. CROPO FUNERAL CHAPEL 204-586-8044
Publish Date: Apr 16, 2013
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 17, 2013
Condolences & Memories (3 entries)
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Our deepest condolences. There are no words that can express how sorry we are to hear about the passing of Aunt Maria. We were very saddened to hear this news and still can’t believe that it really happened. Our thoughts and prayers are always with you and your family during this difficult time. - Margaret, Jacek, Greg Switala with Stanislaw & Elizabeth Smolenski - Posted by: Margaret (Niece and family) on: Apr 18, 2013
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I had the opportunity to work with Maria in one of the City of Winnipeg's inner city health clinics and her sunny disposition made everyone's day a little brighter. - Posted by: Dr. Richard Stanwick (Colleague) on: Apr 17, 2013
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Sorry to hear of your loss. May Aunt Maria rest peacefully. I have many good memories of her as I was growing up, & later in my adult life. My condolences to Uncle Andrew, Mark & his family. Joe Smolenski - Posted by: JOZEF SMOLENSKI (NEPHEW ) on: Apr 16, 2013
