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GERTRUDE MATILDA KENYON
Born: Sep 21, 1920
Date of Passing: Nov 13, 2013
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryGERTRUDE MATILDA KENYON 1920 - 2013 Gertrude (Gertie) was born September 21, 1920 to Thomas and Bella McClay at Belmont, Manitoba. She passed away on November 13, 2013. On October 25, 1941 she married John (Jack) Kenyon. Gertie loved sports - playing softball, curling, 5-pin bowling, playing cards and dancing. Her husband Jack passed away December 28, 1991. They had celebrated 50 years of marriage. Sadly her two oldest sons passed away in 2010 - Larry in March and Jim in June. On May 20, 1995 Gertie married Rae Reid and she gained an extended family. Gertie is survived by her husband Rae, her son Allen (Alys) of Winnipeg and daughter Joy (Alfred) Perro of Edmonton. She has five grandsons and two granddaughters. The family appreciates the care and kindness shown to Gertie during her time at Tuxedo Villa. A Celebration of Life will be held on Tuesday, November 19 at 3:00 p.m. at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main Street at Inkster. Interment and graveside service will take place in Brandon in the spring of 2014. CROPO FUNERAL CHAPEL, 204-586-8044
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 16, 2013
Condolences & Memories (3 entries)
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Allen & Joy - I was so sad to hear of Auntie Gertie's passing. I have the fondest memories of her and Uncle Jack. Their house was always so welcoming - always full of interesting people, stimulating conversation, amazing food and most of all LOVE! Her zest for life was inspiring! My deepest condolences. - Posted by: Marilyn McClay (Niece) on: Nov 18, 2013
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Hi Joy & Allen, Our condolences to you and your families on the loss of your mother. I remember Gertie as a wonderful, cheerful, always smiling person. Dell & I still fondly remember her thoughtfulness after our mother died a number of years ago. She brought a pan of matrimonial cake for us. We were delighted and I stated "Crumby cake!' Your mother was a bit taken aback until we explained that we loved it and crumby cake was our common name for it due to the crumbs of oatmeal which always fall. She then shared that was the second one she made as the first one had an accident and fell on the floor coming out of the oven. We enjoyed a wonderful laugh together. Cheers, Doug & Cheryl & Dell - Posted by: Doug Durnin (friend) on: Nov 18, 2013
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Joy my thoughts are with all of you. I remember staying with Auntie Gertie and Uncle Jack during the day when I would spend time in Brandon with Grandma and Grandpa (Lyle and Edith) while they were both at work. We would have the best time making apple pies, working outside and visiting with Auntie Hazel and Uncle Alf. (Remember Auntie Hazel's Kool-Aid??)and of course Joy following you around, she was a wonderful person so much fun. Take Care - Posted by: Kim Ostafichuk (Howse) (Great Neice) on: Nov 18, 2013
