VIOLET (VI) BRADSHAW

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VIOLET (VI) BRADSHAW Friends and family were invited to join in a Celebration of Vi's life at The Royal Canadian Legion, St. James Branch #4 at 1775 Portage Avenue, on Friday, May 10 at 1:00 p.m. Wojcik's Funeral Home & Crematorium, 2157 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, 204 - 897 - 4665, wojciksfuneralchapel.com.
Publish Date: May 11, 2013

VIOLET (VI) BRADSHAW We are sad to announce that our Mum, Violet Bradshaw, nee Watson, has journeyed to join Dad, (Dal (Morley) Bradshaw as well as her big brother, Raymond Watson and younger sister, Mona Bradshaw. We mourn her passing on Sunday morning, April 28, 2013. Violet leaves behind to treasure her memory, three daughters, Wendy (Danny), Deborah (Dagan) and Trudie (Bryan) and only grandson, Jason Stear. As well, she leaves her brother-in-law, and Dad's younger brother, Brownie/Brad Bradshaw. Also left to remember Mum are all of her nieces and nephews, along with her friends. Born on September 30, 1920, Vi grew up on Langside Street in Winnipeg's west end, where she graduated from Daniel McIntyre Collegiate. She worked at the downtown Eaton's store until her marriage to Dad in October, 1939. They spent 65 happy years together. After the war they moved to Thunder Bay (Fort William), where Wendy was born. In 1958 Vi and Dal moved back to Winnipeg, to Rita Street, where their girls were to grow up in a warm, loving home. Debbie and Trudie were born soon after to make their family complete. This was also around the time that Mum and Dad purchased land on Netley Creek and built their own cottage there. This family getaway was a place where Vi enjoyed having friends and family come to visit. She was always ready with a "bite to eat" and a cup of tea. After "the girls" had all started school, Vi took a job at Eaton's, Polo Park, where she enjoyed her interaction with customers. She retired from there, opening the door for her and Dad to travel. Mum and Dad traveled to faraway places, from the United Kingdom to China to South America. They traveled with their friends, the Hansons, and with Auntie Mona and Uncle Brownie. They enjoyed the company of our cousin, Wayne, and his wife Robin, on their long trip to China. Besides being active in the Eastern Star for a few years, Mum and Dad were enthusiastic Line, Square and Round Dancers. The St. James Legion was the place to be on a Monday afternoon for dancing. Even after Dad passed on, Mum, with the help of great friends, still made it out to participate in these classes. Mum and Dad also volunteered for the information booth at the Red River Ex for many years and really enjoyed all the staff and the visitors they met during this time. Of all the roles Vi played in her life, she treasured most the part she played in the lives of her family. She was proud of and encouraging to each of her daughters in their life's decisions. Always one for details, she informed herself about her girls' school programming, wanting the best option for each girl. Health issues were treated in the same way. Vi educated herself so that she could make strong decisions for her family. She was a nurturing grandmother to Jason, and loved to hear about his accomplishments. The memory of good times with her family stayed with her, even in her last years when her health was beginning to fail. Violet has been a resident at Oakview Place for the last few years and we offer our sincere gratitude to the staff there for their kindness and the care for our Mum. We'd also like to express a heartfelt "thank you" to Alisia Roos, who became Mum's companion, visiting with her three times a week. Alisia's compassionate care at a difficult time was most appreciated. Friends and family are invited to join in a Celebration of Vi's life at The Royal Canadian Legion, St. James Branch #4 at 1775 Portage Avenue, on Friday, May 10 at 1:00 p.m. Appreciated, in lieu of flowers, should friends wish, are contributions to Extendicare/Oakview Place, 2395 Ness Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R3J 1A5 or Alzheimer Society of Manitoba, #10-120 Donald Street, Winnipeg, MB R3C 4G2. Wojcik's Funeral Home & Crematorium, 2157 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, 204 897 - 4665 wojciksfuneralchapel.com
Publish Date: May 9, 2013

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 11, 2013