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BRENDA KATHLEEN MASSEY
Born: Feb 17, 1944
Date of Passing: Dec 30, 2015
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryBRENDA KATHLEEN MASSEY (BISSON) (nee BARRETT) Brenda Massey of Winnipeg, MB passed away, surrounded by her family, on December 30, 2015 at Health Sciences Centre after a hard fought battle with Diabetes and Kidney Disease, she was 71. She was predeceased by her mother Ethel and her father Albert, as well as numerous aunts and uncles. She leaves to mourn her children Bradford, Roger (Lisa), Bernice, and Denise (Denis), along with her grandchildren Brie-Anne, Dylan (Keely), Eric, Alexander, Erin, John, Randi, and Luc, and her one and only great-grandchild Keira, as well as her brothers Dennis, Bruce (Edith) and Brian (Norma). Also, her dear friend and longtime companion Ollie, who remained so dedicated and by her side right to the end. Brenda was born on February 17, 1944 in Portage La Prairie, MB. She attended elementary school and high school in Portage before moving to Winnipeg to study nursing. She graduated from the St. Boniface School for Practical Nurses in June of 1962. She was a nurse right up until her retirement 10 years ago. There will be a funeral mass held for Brenda at St. Vital Parish, 1629 Pembina Hwy., Winnipeg, MB on Friday, January 8, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. with Father Barry officiating. A reception will follow in the Church gathering space. Brenda spent her last eight years living at Golden Door Geriatric Centre, building strong friendships not only with the other residents, but with the staff as well. Mom loved living at Golden Door and we would like to extend a very special thank you to Mira and Shaun, and all of their amazing nurses and health care aides, for being so supportive of our mother during her time there. We would also like to thank her best friend Dorothy for always being there for her. Mom loved her bingo dates with Dorothy. A special thank you to her caring nurses on GA3 at Health Sciences Centre for making her last days so comfortable.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 02, 2016
Condolences & Memories (7 entries)
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My sympathies to Brenda's family and Ollie. Brenda was a friendly lady who always greeted me with a smile at Golden Door. She always showed care and concern for me driving on the highways in winter. RIP Brenda - Posted by: michelle stanton (friend from Golden Door) on: Jan 13, 2016
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Such a sweet and gentle soul, I understand why Uncle Ollie was so close to you, so beautiful inside and out!!! I would joke around with Brenda quite often and tell her that she should have been my mother!!! Love & miss you Brenda!!! ~ Nicole ~ - Posted by: Nicole Penner (Ollie's Niece) on: Jan 05, 2016
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It's always hard to lose our mom! Our thoughts & prayers are with you and your family. Remember the good memories. - Posted by: Barry & Lynn Roste (Friend & neighbor) on: Jan 04, 2016
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Brad, Rodger, Bernice, Denise & families Sorry to hear of auntie Brenda's passing. I remember her soft beautiful nature and willingness to connect. She was beautiful both inside and out. I'm thinking of you all at this tough time. - Posted by: Jennifer Little (Niece) on: Jan 04, 2016
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Sorry to hear of Brenda's passing! I used to work at Golden Door and chatting with her one day found we had had alot in common and we used to keep each other informed on the goings on in my home town. Brenda often talked of her children and you could tell she was a very loving mom. Ollie you also were there for Brenda and she was lucky to have you as a caring companion and I know she will be missed by all who knew her . Bye for now Brenda Lexie - Posted by: Alexis Berard (friend) on: Jan 02, 2016
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I knew Brenda for several years through visiting at Golden Door. She greeted everyone with a big smile and a "How are you today"? She will be missed by staff and the residents, especially Dorothy. My sympathy to her family and Ollie, her constant companion. She will be missed by everyone. - Posted by: Sue Heim (Friend) on: Jan 02, 2016
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So sorry for your loss, Brad, Bernice, Denise & Roger. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. - Posted by: Rob & Karen Dunbar (Friend) on: Jan 02, 2016