GERTIE TENNENHOUSE

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GERTIE TENNENHOUSE On April 30, 2014, Gertie Tennenhouse passed away at the Simkin Centre, at the age of 92. Gertie was predeceased by her husband, Sam, her sister Goldie, and her brother Hymie. She will be lovingly remembered by her children, Karen, Ron (Elaine), Ken (Reesa), Marsha (Doug), her eight grandchildren, and her many other relatives and friends for whom she cared so much. Gertie was born in Hoffer, Saskatchewan in 1921, and her family moved to Winnipeg. She grew up during the tough times of the Depression. Gertie stepped up to the plate at an early age, selling clothing at Fashion Centre to supplement the scarce family resources. She attended St. John's High School. Although Gertie grew up in modest circumstances, she had a content disposition and always saw the glass as half-full. In 1943, Gertie married her lifelong partner, Sam Tennenhouse, and accompanied him to Watson Lake, Yukon, where he was stationed in the air force. The young couple returned to Winnipeg where they raised their four children. When the children were older, Gertie went on to a career with the lotteries corporations. She particularly enjoyed her role giving away prize money. Gertie's main focus in life was her family. She was a very devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, who supported her family in all of their endeavors and took great pride in their accomplishments. Gertie had a warm and welcoming personality and enjoyed opening her home to family, friends, and, of course, the bridge group. She tended to the needs of her mother and later her brother. Gertie always made the time to visit family and friends who were ill or in need of support, usually bringing her wonderful baking. Services were conducted by Rabbi Lander at the Etz Chaim Synagogue. Pallbearers were Ed Calnitsky, Josh Kimelman, Martin Reinhorn, Ian Reinhorn, Jesse Searle and Ron Worb. Special thanks to Dolor Natividad who provided such wonderful company and care in Gertie's later years. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Gertie's favourite charity, Doctors Without Borders.
Publish Date: May 20, 2014

GERTIE TENNENHOUSE October 31, 1921 - April 30, 2014 Gertie Tennenhouse passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 30, 2014 She will be greatly missed by family and friends. Longer obituary to follow. Funeral to be held at Etz Chaim Synagogue.
Publish Date: May 1, 2014

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 20, 2014