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GERMAINE MARIE NORA GODIN (GORZEN) (DESROCHERS)
Born: Dec 22, 1934
Date of Passing: Apr 20, 2014
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GERMAINE MARIE NORA GODIN (GORZEN) (DESROCHERS) Peacefully on April 20, 2014, at St. Boniface Hospital and with her family by her side, Nora passed away after a courageous battle with cancer. Nora was born December 22, 1934 in Mariapolis, Manitoba. Nora was predeceased by her mother Rosa Desrochers (Levreault) in 1947, her father Aldie Desrochers in 1988, her first husband Henry Gorzen in 1986, second husband Paul Godin, her partner Wilfred Boulet in 1989, and sister Edmie Benoit and her husband Alex. Left to mourn her passing are her sons: Kelly Gorzen (Tami Boyce) and his children Kyle and Madison; Gord Gorzen (Wanda) and their children Adam and Dylan; her brothers Fern (Margaret), Rick (Mary); one sister Rita Brule (Ernest); daughter-in-law Sandra, and many nieces, nephews and friends. She will also be remembered by her many friends at Meadowood Manor. Nora will be fondly remembered for her generous heart and her unending devotion to her family. Nora worked for more than 30 years at St. Boniface Hospital in Information Services, retiring in 1999. Her dedication to her work will be remembered for years to come. Nora's family would like to sincerely thank Dr. Chakraboty, nursing staff and attendants at Unit 6E for their kind and compassionate care. Your gentle hands with mom will be remembered always. In respect of Nora's wishes, cremation has taken place and a private family gathering is planned for a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations will be gratefully accepted by St. Boniface Hospital Cancer Research Foundation, or the Autism Society of Manitoba. You can shed tears that she is gone, or you can smile because she has lived. You can close your eyes and pray that she'll come back, or you can open your eyes and see all she's left. Your heart can be empty because you can't see her, or you can be full of love you shared. You can turn your back on tomorrow and live yesterday, or you can be happy for tomorrow because of yesterday. You can remember her and only that she's gone, or you can cherish her memory and live on. You can cry and close your mind, be empty and turn your back, or you can do what she'd want; Smile, and open your eyes, love and go on. Gone but not forgotten. -David Harkins Reposez en paix maman. Rest in peace mom. Family and friends may sign a Book of Condolence at www.glenlawn.ca Glen Lawn Funeral Home 204-982-7550
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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 26, 2014
Condolences & Memories (6 entries)
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My condolences to Gordon and Kelly and families. I just heard about this and was deeply saddened. Although we have drifted apart I have thought of Nora often. She got me my first job and I was so greatful. I have great memories of Gordon and Toby. Very sad. - Posted by: Dianne Skinner (Monchamp) (Cousin) on: Jun 18, 2014
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My Nora was a very very special friend to my daughter and myself...she always liked to tell people how we became friends so I'll do that first...I was a new mom and my baby girl was asleep and my husband at work so I took my garbage and was on my way to get some groceries across the street and Nora at the time lived on the same floor so I met her at elevator and she asked me ' where is your baby' I said 'she's sleeping ' Nora replied ' you cannot leave a baby alone, what happens if there is a fire and nobody knows there's baby asleep ' and I said ' I'll be back in 10 mins' she said 'no, you go get a baby and I'll keep her until you get your groceries and take your garbage out, or I'll go stay with her in your apartment ' so I listened and did as she said but ran back up realizing I left my newborn with a total stranger to find her sound asleep on Nora's couch surrounded with pillows for safety...and from that time we spent so so much time together that people at the mall would often ask us if we are related...we didn't have family in Canada and Nora was the only person that was there for us ALWAYS...a day doesn't go by that I don't think about her and Dalila often says ' I really miss Nora, I wish I could go see her'...she's terribly missed and we are so grateful that we got to know her and spend all those years together... My condolences to her family.... - Posted by: Mirnesa & Dalila Dautovic (Best friends) on: May 29, 2014
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I will always be grateful for everything my aunt Nora did for my mom and I when my dad had his first heart attack. Aunt Nora worked at St. Boniface Hosp. and she was with mom and I every moment she could. She knew the Doctors and spoke to them for us. She even had mom and I stay with her at her place so we didn't have go far from the hospital. I have very fond memories of my dear aunt Nora, you will be truly missed. So sorry for your loss Kelly and Gord. - Posted by: Patti Dickieson (neice) on: May 09, 2014
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I remember Nora when I used to hang around with Kelly and Gord. She was always witty and nicknamed me "Pablo". Even when I visited her a week prior to her passing, we were singing and had a few laughs which I will always remember. Nora was a fun-loving person and friend. Our condolences are with you. - Posted by: Edward Deleeuw (Geraldine) (friend) on: Apr 28, 2014
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Nora was someone that my mother and I knew for several years and we used to meet at mass and after go for coffee and a bite. I have fond memories of her and my condolences to her family. - Posted by: Guy Furet (Friend) on: Apr 27, 2014
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Condolences to Kelly and Gordie and their families. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time. - Posted by: Armand/Ida Brule (Nephew and family) on: Apr 27, 2014
