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MARION PEGGY RIEL
Date of Passing: Jul 14, 2015
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryMARION PEGGY RIEL Peggy passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 14, 2015 at St. Boniface Hospital with family by her side. Peggy was predeceased by her husband Hector; brothers, Jacob and Dave, numerous brothers and sisters-in-law; and son-in-law Donald Schwark. She is survived by children, Candice, Kim and Rollie (Linda); grandchildren, Jessie, Elizabeth and Jacqueline; and great-grandchildren, Jorden and Kaylea. She is also survived by sisters-in-law, Lorraine Craigie, Marie Riel and Claudette Doyle, and many nieces and nephews. Born on February 25, 1929 in Winnipeg, Peggy grew up in Gretna, Manitoba. When she was 16, Peggy moved to Winnipeg, where she worked as a hairdresser. In 1948, she married Hector Riel and they raised their family in St. Vital. Summer vacations with the family at Victoria Beach were special times for her. Peggy retired after a long career at Eaton's in ladies fashions, where she made many friends. She participated in and was a fan of many sports and in recent years loved watching curling. In particular, Peggy excelled at bowling and won many awards and trophies over the years. Animals were a huge part of Peggy's life. Over the years she had many special pets and would take in strays and care for any that needed help. Peggy was a fantastic cook who enjoyed preparing food for her family. Cremation has taken place and there will be no formal service as per Peggy's wishes. If so desired, donations on behalf of Peggy can be made to Darcy's ARC (Animal Rescue Centre).
Publish Date: Jul 18, 2015
MARION PEGGY RIEL Peggy passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 14, 2015 at the St. Boniface Hospital, with family by her side. Longer obituary to follow.
Publish Date: Jul 16, 2015
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 18, 2015
Condolences & Memories (2 entries)
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So glad we had a visit and will be sorry that I did not make it back again. love you - Posted by: sharon hiebert (niece) on: Jul 18, 2015
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Thank you for posting a photo of Peggy. That is how I remember her from the 1980's when I worked with her at Eatons. I have fond memories of the 7 or 8 years that I spent with her. Did you know she had worked there for 18 years before getting a paid sick day? She was reliable and cheerful. I frequently heard stories about her kids. Until I read the obituary I had forgotten about her love for animals. I believe when I exchanged cards with Peggy in the few years after I left Eatons, she signed them with her name and all of the pets as well. My condolences to Peggy's children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. - Posted by: Sheila (Past Eatons coworker) on: Jul 17, 2015