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KAREN SUSAN DELISLE
Born: Dec 23, 1957
Date of Passing: May 25, 2015
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryKAREN SUSAN DELISLE (nee KAMINESKI) December 23, 1957 - May 25, 2015 Karen passed away peacefully after a hard fought battle on Monday, May 25, at Health Sciences Centre with the support and comfort of her family. Karen was 57 years old. Left to remember and celebrate her life are her husband Don; her two daughters Michelle (Nick) and Christine (Jocke); her grandson Tanner; her mother Irene; her sister Carol; and her two grandpuppies Mikka and Sydney. Karen was born in Saskatoon and moved to Winnipeg during her junior high school years. She spent many summers at Waskesiu, Saskatchewan, where she honed her speed swimming skills. Her father, Walter, woke up bright and early to ensure she made her morning swim practices as Karen went on to compete for several years. In Winnipeg, Karen met the love of her life, Don, during a curling bonspiel. The two were married on May 5, 1979 and it might be said that the couple's first dance at their wedding was not nearly as memorable as Karen's table top choreography to "Raise a Little Hell". Karen attended Red River College and became a dental assistant, and dedicated herself to making everyone smile. Karen was a devoted mother, and enjoyed nothing more than watching her two daughters on the ice for ringette and hockey, the gym for volleyball and team handball, as well as the ball field. She was always the first to make sure both girls were brought back to reality when sports were put ahead of schoolwork, and spent countless hours helping them with everything from spelling to flashcards to science projects. Karen spent her summers down at the family cottage at Ingolf, Ontario, and would often disappear to her favourite spot behind the boathouse to enjoy a book or watch the sunset. In the year she turned 50, she accomplished her goal of swimming the length of Long Pine Lake. To borrow the words from the book "Love You Forever", that Karen used to read her two daughters, "I'll love you forever, I'll like you for always, As long as I'm living my Mommy you'll be." - Robert Munsch The family would like to express their sincere appreciation to the nurses, Doctors and support staff at both Grace Hospital and the Health Sciences Center who went out of their way to take care of Karen. In keeping with Karen's wishes, cremation has taken place and no service will be held. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Winnipeg's Grace Hospital Foundation or a charity of your choice. For those who wish to sign the online Guest Book please visit our website. Chapel Lawn www.chapellawn.ca 204-885-9715
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 27, 2015
Condolences & Memories (16 entries)
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Don, please accept my late condolences to you and your family - as I just heard of Karen's death. I lost touch with Karen many years ago after leaving Winnipeg for Guelph, ON. She was my constant friend through high school, and Young Life days though, and I was honoured to have her in my wedding party. The most special memory I have of Karen was the day my dad died, and her sensitive, caring and heartfelt response to me in my shock and grief. She was a beautiful woman in so many ways. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. And I wish you peace. - Posted by: Sue mcginnis (Friend) on: Jun 13, 2015
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So sorry for your loss. The memories of meals in Saskatoon with your family still linger. The fun we had at Waskesiu with Gertie supposedly supervising are still fresh and the water is still cold. Take care. - Posted by: don cranch (cousin) on: Jun 05, 2015
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Don, Katie and I are so sorry for your loss and extend our deepest sympathies - our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We were shocked and saddened to learn of the sudden turn of events but are sure that Karen will be right there with you enjoying summers at the lake. Your strength and positive energy is an inspiration to us all. God bless. - Posted by: Daniel Lee and Katie Lee (Friend and colleague) on: Jun 03, 2015
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So sorry Carol to hear of your sister's passing. I know you were very close. My deepest condolences to you and the family. - Posted by: Maretta Emery (Friend of Karen's sister, Carol) on: Jun 01, 2015
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Don, Michelle, Chris and Tanner - we are so very sorry for your loss. Your tribute to Karen was beautiful and had me crying and laughing at the same time as I pictured Karen dancing to "Raise a little Hell". Sunil, Shaun, Sydney and I were so fortunate to have had Karen in our lives and call her our friend. She was kind, caring and beautiful in every way. We will miss her. "What we have once enjoyed, we can never lose. All that we love deeply becomes part of us" - Posted by: Debbie, Sunil, Shaun & Sydney (Friend) on: Jun 01, 2015
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Karen-one very special lady-I thank you for all your ortho guidance @ work--for your freindship--for your reassuring words inToronto following Britts surgery--for your laughter and words to get though our days--for always asking about others....you will be missed--you already are... - Posted by: Julie Enns (co-worker) on: May 30, 2015
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The Delisles have been neighbours of my family at Ingolf for many years. We were very happy that Don and his family were keeping the family cabin. So sorry for your loss Don. - Posted by: Roy Ward (Longline Lake neighbour) on: May 28, 2015
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We were very sorry to hear of Karen's death. Aunt Bev and Brian join with me in expressing our great sorrow to you and the girls. I do remember lots of those summers at Waskesiu, all of us crammed into the old shack tent. God bless you all at this time. Uncle Gord - Posted by: Gordon Cranch (Uncle) on: May 28, 2015
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Dear Don, sorry to hear the lost, my thoughts and prayers are with your family and yourself. Deepest sympathies. - Posted by: Rohan Kumarachandran (Work) on: May 28, 2015
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Our condolences and sympathy to all the family. We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. - Posted by: Marlene & Darrell Woodcock (Cousin) on: May 28, 2015
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Don, so sorry to hear this news. My thoughts are with you and your girls. I have fond memories of Karen from our many dinners over the years. She was a wonderful person and will surely be missed. All the best to all of you. Eric - Posted by: Eric Metivier (Friend) on: May 28, 2015
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Don and family we are saddened to hear of Karen's passing. We know what a wonderful, mother, wife and person Karen was and she will be missed by all, but she is a big part of who you are. Our prayers go out to all of you in this difficult time. - Posted by: Mark and Jacqui Redmond (Friend ) on: May 28, 2015
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We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. Karen loved Don, Her Kids, life and her family and her work and the lake. She was a great lady. We hope tears and sadness will turn to found and great memories . Our sympathies go out to all of you - Posted by: Beatrice Carillee Megen (Friends of the whole family) on: May 27, 2015
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What a beautiful obituary. Karen truly sounds like a wonderful woman. Don, I only know you through work and the meetings we have once or twice a year but I don't think we ever had a meeting when you didn't talk about your family at some point. I could tell that you were all very close. I know you will miss Karen a lot. My thoughts are with you and your family during this very difficult time. - Posted by: Susan Love () on: May 27, 2015
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Don, my sincerest sympathies to you and your family. I was shocked to hear that Karen's journey had ended so soon. My thoughts are with you. I know how close you two were and that her memory will live strong with you. Cherish those thoughts and she will always be there. My deepest sympathies. Chad - Posted by: Chad Buffel () on: May 27, 2015
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So sorry to hear of Karen's passing. She always had a great smile and was truly dedicated to her children and her job. She helped maintain our "smiles" for some time during her days at Sturgeon Creek Dental. Our condolences. - Posted by: Deney Wojtowicz (Crestview School Parent Council member) on: May 27, 2015
