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MOIRA C. AFTANAS
Born: Dec 13, 1943
Date of Passing: May 08, 2014
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryMOIRA C. AFTANAS It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Moira C. Aftanas on May 8, 2014. Born in Kilmarnock, Scotland on December 13, 1943, Moira passed away in Halifax, NS with her loving husband of 51 years, Marion, by her side. Eldest daughter of Eric and Mary Campbell, she also leaves behind three sons, Craig, Richard (Kimberly McLeod) and Stephen (Janet Robertson). She will be deeply missed by her family, including her sisters, Alison Azzano (Mauro) and Donna Hunter (Ross). She will also be fondly remembered by her six grandchildren Samuel, Jennifer, Gillian, Stuart, Erin and Matthew whom she so deeply treasured. Dedicated to her family, Moira was a self-taught gourmet cook who could do amazing things with the simplest ingredients. She brought an infectious energy to any task and enjoyed sharing her love of cooking with her family and friends. Following her return to the University of Manitoba to finish her degree, Moira directed her ceaseless energy toward working within the diverse University library system. This culminated with her position as administrative assistant to the head of the Neil John Maclean Health Sciences Library. An official with the amateur swimming association in Manitoba, Moira spent many hours on pool decks as her sons competed in competitions. She was also an active volunteer in numerous other organizations in Winnipeg, where she and Marion lived, until they relocated to Halifax in recent years to be closer to family members. Memories of her organization for family travel will survive her, including the year spent living in Cambridge, England, traveling through Europe, and living in San Diego, California. Moira and Marion continued with their love of travel and toured extensively through many countries enjoying each and every trip together. We will celebrate Moira's life at Glen Eden Funeral Home and Cemetery, 4477 Main Street, West St. Paul, Manitoba on Saturday, June 7, 2014 at 2:00 p.m., reception will follow. A private family committal for Moira will take place after the celebration of her life. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation. Online condolences and memories may be sent to moiracaftanas@gmail.com.
Publish Date: Jun 5, 2014
MOIRA C. AFTANAS It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Moira C. Aftanas on May 8, 2014. Born in Kilmarnock, Scotland on December 13, 1943, Moira passed away in Halifax, NS with her loving husband of 51 years, Marion, by her side. Eldest daughter of Eric and Mary Campbell, she also leaves behind three sons, Craig, Richard (Kimberly McLeod) and Stephen (Janet Robertson). She will be deeply missed by her family, including her sisters, Alison Azzano (Mauro) and Donna Hunter (Ross). She will also be fondly remembered by her six grandchildren Samuel, Jennifer, Gillian, Stuart, Erin and Matthew whom she so deeply treasured. Dedicated to her family, Moira was a self-taught gourmet cook who could do amazing things with the simplest ingredients. She brought an infectious energy to any task and enjoyed sharing her love of cooking with her family and friends. Following her return to the University of Manitoba to finish her degree, Moira directed her ceaseless energy toward working within the diverse University library system. This culminated with her position as administrative assistant to the head of the Neil John Maclean Health Sciences Library. An official with the amateur swimming association in Manitoba, Moira spent many hours on pool decks as her sons competed in competitions. She was also an active volunteer in numerous other organizations in Winnipeg, where she and Marion lived, until they relocated to Halifax in recent years to be closer to family members. Memories of her organization for family travel will survive her, including the year spent living in Cambridge, England, traveling through Europe, and living in San Diego, California. Moira and Marion continued with their love of travel and toured extensively through many countries enjoying each and every trip together. We will celebrate Moira's life at Glen Eden Funeral Home and Cemetery, 4477 Main Street, West St. Paul, Manitoba on Saturday, June 7, 2014 at 2:00 p.m., reception will follow. A private family committal for Moira will take place after the celebration of her life. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation. Online condolences and memories may be sent to moiracaftanas@gmail.com.
Publish Date: May 17, 2014
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jun 05, 2014
Condolences & Memories (4 entries)
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Dear Marion and family, Deepest sympathy for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this time. - Posted by: Kirsten Schroeder (Student) on: May 21, 2014
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John and I extend our sincere condolences to Marion and his family at the passing of Moira. I know she will be greatly missed by them and also by her many friends, including myself. I first met Moira at a Psych wives meeting when we arrived in Winnipeg in 1969. Moira was vibrant, warm and her laugh and sense of humour were quite infectious. We had many conversations about our children and families, which were both hilarious and heart warming. Our friendships were renewed and deepened when Marion and Moira stayed with us at our home in Kingston during their move to Halifax. Laughter and memories filled the house. We kept in touch, and like all her friends were saddened when Marion notified us of Moira's death. Our fond memories of Moira will be lasting, and Marion, our thoughts stay with you. Marilyn Goodyear Whiteley John Whiteley - Posted by: Marilyn Goodyear Whiteley (Friend) on: May 19, 2014
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Marion and family - wishing you peace in the days to come. May your memories of all the good times be a comfort to you. I was saddened to hear of Moira's passing. Moira and I worked together at the Medical Library and then later at the Neil John Health Sciences Library. We shared many good times, memories which I too will treasure. (she was a good friend) - Posted by: Trudy Dyck (Friend) on: May 18, 2014
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Dear Marion and family, Please accept my heartfelt condolences for Moria's passing. She was an excellent Administrative Assistant and made my life so much easier. She was loved by all at work because of her spirit, can do attitude and her joy of life. Her retirement was a loss to us all and we looked forward to her visits when she came to Winnipeg. She loved her family especially her grandchildren. I am traveling today and thought about Moira as I was getting ready at home. I got a text message at the airport just as I was checking in informing me that she had passed. I hope her death was peaceful. I miss her dearly, - Posted by: Ada Ducas (Head, Neil John Maclean Health Sciences Library) on: May 17, 2014