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MADELINE WUERCH (HUPKA)
Born: Aug 28, 1936
Date of Passing: May 27, 2013
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryMADELINE WUERCH (nee HUPKA) Suddenly but peacefully, Madeline Wuerch of Winnipeg, passed away with her family by her side on Monday, May 27, 2013 at the Grace General Hospital at the age of 76 years. Madeline leaves behind her husband Donald of 54 years; sister Joyce Hupka; children, Dan Wuerch (Vicky Smith) and Cindy Wuerch (Clark Kenyon); plus her beloved granddaughter Ellee Wuerch. She was predeceased by her parents Lena and George Hupka, and brother David. On August 28, 1936 Madeline was born in Canora, Saskatchewan and grew up on a farm in western Manitoba. She moved to Winnipeg in the 1950s and went to work for James Richardson. She met Donald in Winnipeg and they married on May 9, 1959. They established their own mixed farming operation near Starbuck, Manitoba and soon after had two children, Danny and Cindy. Madeline loved life and was very inquisitive about the things around her. She really loved a good laugh and the silliness that life had to offer. She loved to read and travel. Madeline's favourite thing to do was take the kids at Christmas on a vacation when they were young. She was a real people person and she loved her job with UGG in Fannystelle where she could visit every day with her farming neighbours as they came to the elevator. On Friday, June 7, 2013 Madeline's Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. in Westwood Community Church, 401 Westwood Drive. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Children's Wish Foundation. Wojcik's Funeral Home & Crematorium, 2157 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, 204 897 - 4665 wojciksfuneralchapel.com. "We will miss you Mom and know you are in a beautiful place."
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jun 01, 2013
Condolences & Memories (15 entries)
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My sympathies go out to Don, Danny, and Cindy and family. She will live on in your heart and memory forever. She will be sadly missed. - Posted by: Judy Wuerch (sister-in-law) on: Jun 05, 2013
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Madeline had a love for BC flowers. In our conversations she would always talk fondly about our early spring and ask about which flowers were blooming. The memory of my laughter loving cousin will bloom forever. Miss you Madge. - Posted by: Vivian Miller (cousin) on: Jun 04, 2013
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I have had the pleasure of meeting Madeline (again) since reconnecting with her son Dan 2 years ago. I instantly felt welcomed into their family. I found her to be a witty, engaging, intelligent woman. Madeline had such love and pride of her family, it warmed your heart. They were her greatest joy. - Posted by: Victoria Smith (family friend) on: Jun 03, 2013
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Sorry to hear of Madeline's passing. My condolences to the family. May she rest in peace. - Posted by: Lawrence Cottes (friend) on: Jun 03, 2013
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Don & Family We have such fond memories of Madeline. You are in our thoughts and prayers. - Posted by: Gerry & Lorraine Nadeau () on: Jun 03, 2013
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We are thinking of you Don, Cindy and Dan and remembering your dear wife and Mom. Helga Guenther and girls. - Posted by: Helga Guenther (friend) on: Jun 02, 2013
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My condolences Don on your loss. I met Madge last summer when I was crossing the country with her cousin Linda. Madge and Don made room for us and made me feel welcome and like an old friend. Always had a smile and a funny story. Thanks Madge for an enjoyable nite. RIP - Posted by: Edie Fisher (friend) on: Jun 02, 2013
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I am saddened by Madeline's passing. My sympathies are with those she left behind. She had such a great way about her and I enjoyed our brief conversations very much. I met her only once but was struck by her loving nature and jovial personality. My grandmother always had a funny story to tell me about her latest conversation with Madge. I will miss those. Healing thoughts for you all at this sad time. - Posted by: Karri Davidson (second cousin ) on: Jun 02, 2013
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Dad and I send our deepest sympathy. We are thinking of you. I have fond memories of Madge and her smile and laugh. - Posted by: Ted and Anita Wiwchar (Uncle and Cousin) on: Jun 02, 2013
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Madeline and I have been enjoying a game of "What Is It" for years, a game where she would send me something strange in the mail and I would have to guess what it was, and I would do the same to her. I received one only days before she passed away and will probably never know what it is...she got the last laugh and you have to know she is enjoying that one. Thank you for all the laughter, I will miss you very much. I also send my deepest sympathy to Don, Dan and Cindy. - Posted by: Auntie Liz (Aunt in BC) on: Jun 02, 2013
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Please accept our most sencere sympathies on your loss of such a wonderful person. Madeline was such a kind and loving person who always saw the good in people. Don would bring "A great big pot of soup!" for us guys in the powerhouse at HCC, which Madeline had made. There was nothing else like it. Later on, she would make pastries so delicious and yet, they were made from the most simple of ingredients, how she did it, we"ll never know. Rest well Madeline. Duane, Joanne, Rebecca - Posted by: Duane Johnson (Friend, neighbours) on: Jun 01, 2013
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Madeline worked for UGG @ Fannystelle, while I worked in the headoffice. She was a great individual to work with. May the fond memories live in your hearts forever. - Posted by: Cheryl Cole (Co- Worker with UGG) on: Jun 01, 2013
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To dear Cindy and family, our sincerest condolences. May your sadness and loss be replaced by the fond memories of mom. - Posted by: Jeremy and Najimi Davidson (Friends (Cape Town)) on: Jun 01, 2013
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Thinking about you at this difficult time Don, Cindy and Dan and remembering the good times we had together. - Posted by: Joan Olund (Friend) on: Jun 01, 2013
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My sympathy to Don & his family. - Posted by: Doreen Buss (long ago friend) on: Jun 01, 2013
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