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VIVIANE JEANNE MARIE DENISE NIGHTINGALE
Date of Passing: Apr 17, 2015
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryVIVIANE JEANNE MARIE DENISE NIGHTINGALE (nee ALLAIRE) With her family holding her close, our dear, beloved mother and grandmother passed away peacefully on April 17, 2015 at Toronto General Hospital, at the age of 79 years. Viviane is survived by her daughters Debbie, Kathy Riha (Ralph), Shelly Klassen (Grant) and Michelle; son Keith (Barb); grandchildren Kaleigh, Stephanie, Natasha, Nicholas, Isaac, Madison and Quinn; sisters Stella Dreger, Louise VanBellingham (Roger), Claudette Slobodian and Lorraine Trudeau (Wilfred); sisters-in-law Daisy Allaire and Beth Allaire, and many loving nieces, nephews and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Louis; parents Elodie and Leo Allaire; brothers Aime and Roger Allaire, and brothers-in-law Bill Dreger and Lawrence Slobodian. Viviane was born in Winnipeg on March 19, 1936 and grew up in St. Boniface. In 1958 she moved to Transcona and this is where she and Louis spent the majority of their married life and raised their five children. If Transcona was home, their home away from home was most definitely the Whiteshell where her family spent countless weekends camping and boating over the years. Viviane's grandchildren were the pride and joy of her life. She looked forward to visiting with them, watching their sports and cherished her time with each of them. Over the years Viviane was close to her siblings, made many new friends and maintained several childhood friendships. She thus created a loving network where she was constantly surrounded by family and friends. In her retirement, she spent carefree time in her backyard tending to her flowers and chatting with friends on her swing. In celebration of her life a ceremony will be held on Monday, April 27, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Joseph the Worker Church at 505 Brewster St. Cremation has taken place. Her children will have a private interment at a later date. Funeral arrangements are being made by Wheeler Funeral Home. The family extends their sincere appreciation to the staff at Toronto General Hospital. In lieu of flowers, you may donate to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Mom we will love, miss, and remember you always. You are in our hearts forever. Love your family.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 25, 2015
Condolences & Memories (6 entries)
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Dear Debbie,Kathy,Michelle,Shelly,Keith , son-in-laws, daughter-in-law and all the beautiful grandchildren. I am so very sorry and sad with the passing of your beautiful mother , mother-in-law and grandmother Viviane and I had just spent the Friday morning together before she was to leave for Toronto. I can only tell you how she spoke of each and everyone of you and the children. We both agreed the best part of our lives was having and raising our kids. Followed by each amazing grandchild and how we enjoyed and celebrated the uniques of each one. Viviane felt truly blessed, loved and supported by all of you. I will miss my dear friend. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you. Josie Daciuk and family - Posted by: Josie Daciuk (Friend) on: Apr 27, 2015
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My sincere condolences to your family - and although I do not recall meeting my Aunt Viviane, I know my mother will be rejoicing in heaven with the opportunity to chat with her again. Peace be with you all. - Posted by: Cheryl Coleman (Viviane was the wife of my Uncle Louis - I am the daughter of Diane "Tilley" Nightengale Malcolm) on: Apr 26, 2015
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Kathy & Ralph & Family My condolence to you and your family for the loss of your Mother and Grandmother. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. - Posted by: Eleanoe Demke (neighbor) on: Apr 25, 2015
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So sorry to hear of the passing of our dear aunt. You were a wonderful part of our family and will be sadly missed. My thoughts and prayers go to all the family. - Posted by: Lana Blatz (My Aunt) on: Apr 25, 2015
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My condolences to the family. I'm sorry to hear my dear friend of 58 years has passed. I will miss you. Love Charlotte - Posted by: Charlotte Kowalke (Friend) on: Apr 25, 2015
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Michelle and Family, I was very sorry to have read of your mom's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. - Posted by: Deborah Loschiavo () on: Apr 25, 2015