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ELIZABETH AGNES GOULD
Born: Jun 29, 1919
Date of Passing: Jul 23, 2015
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryELIZABETH (BETH) AGNES GOULD June 29, 1919 - July 23, 2015 It is with deep regret that we announce the death of Beth Gould at Grace Hospital. She was born in Waskada, MB, the eldest daughter of John and Lizzie (nee Gibson) Gould. Most of her schooling was in Teulon, MB before attending Success Business College in Winnipeg. In 1941, Beth joined the Civil Service and spent six years working in Ottawa. In 1947, she returned to Winnipeg and worked for the Department of Veteran Affairs and the Canadian Pension Commission. Beth retired in 1974 and worked as a volunteer for a variety of organizations, including church committees, taught Sunday School, helped with CGIT, Concordia hospital gift shop and Meals on Wheels. It was important to her to keep up with current affairs and sporting events. She knit many scarves, mitts and sweaters for the Cheer Board. Beth read extensively, loved to travel and did many pieces of needle point until her eyesight failed. Beth was a woman of strong faith and was a longtime member of both Grey Street United Church and the UCW. Beth was predeceased by her parents, sister Enid and three nephews Garry, Bradley and David. She is survived by her niece Carrol Helander and great nieces Enid and Jody all from Australia. She is also survived by brother-in-law Allen Helander in High Prairie, AB; Wanda Helander and her sons Michael and Lucas in Toronto; many cousins and a host of friends. A celebration of life, honouring Beth, will be held at the First Unitarian Universalist Church, 603 Wellington Crescent, on Thursday, July 30 at 2:00 p.m. Officiating will be Reverend Earl Gould. A private family burial will take place at a later date in Windsor Cemetery (near Teulon, MB). A special thanks to the residents of Lions Place, staff members and Home Care workers who, Beth felt, were all like family. In addition, Beth especially looked forward to the many activities at her Wednesday Day Club. Many thanks are also extended to Beth's friends at Grey Street United Church for their caring and many kindnesses. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of choice. Friends are encouraged to share stories and condolences at www.integritydeathcare.com. Integrity Cremation and Funeral Planning www.integritydeathcare.com - 204-295-5408
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 28, 2015
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My Mom Eleanor Okrainec and Beth worked together for the Federal Government in Ottawa during WWII and continued their relationship until my Mom's death in 2013 - a period of over 65 years! My mother considered Beth one of her dearest and closest friends, they ventured on many trips together over the years, and always celebrated their June birthdays together until they no longer could, but Beth always dropped her a line or gave her a call. She was always so kind to Mom and our family and I have many happy memories of spending time doing ceramic work with her mother Mrs. Gould in the basement of their home on Talbot when I was just a child. I was sorry to hear she had passed away, but am hopeful that her spirit and Mom's find each other so they can continue their wonderful friendship in Heaven. - Posted by: Bonnie Siemens () on: Jul 29, 2015