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LIZ POTTINGER

Date of Passing: Feb 01, 2015

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LIZ POTTINGER (nee ENGBAEK) On February 1, 2015 Liz Pottinger passed away unexpectedly at the Seven Oaks Hospital, in Winnipeg, MB at age 71 years. Beloved wife of Ron Pottinger, loving mother, grandmother and friend. Liz is survived by her children Dean Hales (Gerry) and his daughter Brielle (Rhonda and Crystal Lavoie), Anita Cook (Murray) and her sons Richard, Kris, Krys, and Murray Jr. Stepson Mike Pottinger, brother Flemming Engbaek (Brenda), sister-in-law Joyce Perron (Rolly), her much-loved dog Taz, and numerous in-laws, nieces, nephews, family and friends within Canada and overseas in Denmark. Liz was predeceased by her parents Niels and Martha Engbaek, and brother Olaf Engbaek. Liz was retired from her career as Customs Broker for FedEx, and will be fondly remembered for countless hours spent volunteering with the Winnipeg Lost Dog Alert, her passion and talent for a wide variety of crafts, home cooking, and countless games of crib and Legion tournaments. By request; no funeral service will be conducted, In lieu of flowers, donations made to the Siloam Mission 300 Princess Street, Winnipeg, MB R3B 1M3 is appreciated. "We love you and miss you very much Mom"

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 04, 2015

Condolences & Memories (18 entries)

  • A million times over the last year I've thought of you, wanted to pick up the phone for one of our chats, tell you about the good and bad stuff and know you would always be there for me. Although I know your never far away, I still miss you so very much. I Love You Mom - Posted by: Dean H (Son) on: Feb 01, 2016

  • Hi Grandma Liz, today is your birthday and I just wanted to thank you for being my guardian angel and for looking out for me. I know you're with me. Have a great birthday in Heaven, Grandma. I love you with all my heart. xo, Brielle - Posted by: Brielle Lavoie (Granddaughter ) on: Feb 27, 2015

  • I want to extend my thanks on behalf of our family to all the kind words that have been shared for Mom. Today is her birthday, and I know that she would be touched by everyone's kindness. - Posted by: Dean (Son) on: Feb 27, 2015

  • I will miss your office visits. Always energetic and smiling, sharing stories of family. What a truly wonderful spirit. I am so appreciative that we had the opportunity to meet and work together at FedEx. - Posted by: Tracey Kiselbach (Friend and former co-worker at Fedex) on: Feb 16, 2015

  • I first met Liz while working at UPS and we became fast friends. Liz was a wonderful, generous woman who had the gift of making a person feel welcome and appreciated. Always smiling, always kind. Part of her legacy will be the many lives she touched. Ever remembered. - Posted by: Sharon Seifert (Friend) on: Feb 15, 2015

  • So sad to find out about Liz's passing. In recent times I'd go on FB and see all the posts of lovely granddaughter and of all the things she had cooked/baked! I last saw her about a year and a half ago when she met me and I gave her apples? tomatoes? She will be missed. - Posted by: Cheryl Walker (Co-worker at UPS) on: Feb 14, 2015

  • I worked with Liz at United Parcel Service when it opened here in Winnipeg in 1988. We quickly became friends and were in touch through Facebook, Liz always talked of family. Her family meant so much to her, I will miss you my friend! - Posted by: Diana Frantz (Friend and previous co-worker at UPS) on: Feb 11, 2015

  • I worked for Liz & Bob from 1974 to 1977 @ The Empress Cafe. She was a good lady to work for. We met up at Dominion Crib in Sussex New Brunswick. Was looking forward to meeting up with her maybe this year. We will miss u Liz. Sympathies to Ron, Anita & Dean & Families. - Posted by: Linda Beckman (Ex-boss) on: Feb 10, 2015

  • Deepest sympathy to Ron and family. We had great times playing crib at the Legion and good times traveling south. You will be missed. - Posted by: Arney and Doris Wasilka (friends) on: Feb 08, 2015

  • Our thoughts & prayers are with Liz's family. We will miss you Liz. - Posted by: Pat Kuizenga (Friend) on: Feb 06, 2015

  • Liz, you will be missed so much, by so many. Your dedication to Winnipeg Lost Dog Alert was very heart warming. Rest in Peace. - Posted by: Pauline Pellack (Friend on Winnipeg Lost dog Alert ) on: Feb 06, 2015

  • My dearest Liz, we are so deeply saddened and will miss you so very much. Your WLDA family and all the lost furbabies will keep you in our hearts forever. Our prayers to your family and friends and to all those whose lives you have touched. We Love you Liz. Rest in peace my friend <3 - Posted by: Kelly Mitchell (Winnipeg Lost Dog Alert ) on: Feb 06, 2015

  • Liz, it was a pleasure to meet you through Winnipeg Lost Dog Alert. Had a great time doing Awareness Events with you. Now you are with your furbabies once again. You will be missed. - Posted by: Lucie Brisebois (friend) on: Feb 06, 2015

  • WE ARE SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. SHE WAS A WONDERFUL LADY SO SORRY WE WON'T BE ABLE TO SEE HER AT CRIBBAGE ANYMORE. MY THOUGHTS TO THE FAMILY. - Posted by: CAROL LINDSAY (FRIEND) on: Feb 06, 2015

  • On behalf of all members of Henderson Highway Legion Branch No 215 our condolences to the Pottinger family. She will be missed by the branch members and particularly the Tuesday night cribbage players. - Posted by: Al Mills (Sgt-at-Arms/Service Officer Henderson Highway Legion Branch No 215) on: Feb 04, 2015

  • I was so saddened to hear of your mum's passing! I worked with Liz and kept in touch with her after our retirements. My thoughts and prayers are with the Family. Rest In Peace Liz! - Posted by: Patricia Kiely (Co worker ) on: Feb 04, 2015

  • We used to work together in winnipeg at UPS. We had many laughs and fun together. Her son Dean and myself are still friends even though we both live in different cities. Very sad to hear of her passing. - Posted by: Sheldon Blatz (distant friend and former co-worker at UPS in Winnipeg) on: Feb 04, 2015

  • Liz was always ready to help out at crib. She spent many years playing crib on Tuesday night. It will not be the same without her. Many Tuesdays were spent sitting with Ron and Liz after crib, With Allen and Brenda and Marlene. I never had to ask when I needed help as she was always there. We will miss her. Our condolences to you Ron and your family. May she rest in peace. - Posted by: Sandra and Hugh Korol (Friends) on: Feb 04, 2015

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