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MARGARET LILLIAN BYRON

Date of Passing: Jan 30, 2016

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MARGARET (PEGGY) LILLIAN BYRON Peggy passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 30, at Victoria Hospital in Winnipeg. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Robert Byron; and her sister, Kathleen Bell. The youngest daughter of Stuart and Lillian Smith, Peggy was born in Edmonton in 1920. Mom ("Nana Peggy" to her grandchildren) is survived by her twin daughters, Karen May (Robert) of Charlotte, NC, and Kasey Wilson of Vancouver; as well as four grandchildren, Jeff (Pam), Pam (Derrick), Karen (Mark) and Bill (Dianne); and eight great-grandchildren, Jack, Ruby; Eli and twins Amelia and Julien; and Bobby, Will and Charlotte. She moved to Winnipeg as a young woman and met Bob at the wedding of Marge and Jerry Hemsworth (of Rae and Jerry's Steakhouse). They were married on June 12, 1943, and celebrated 50 years together. Bob was a well-known comedian and she became his "straight man" until his death in 1993. Peggy graduated from business school and worked for decades at Swift Canadian Co. in St. Boniface. She was strong spirited in support of her family and fiercely independent. (Asked to write a sentence during a test at Victoria Hospital in December, she scribbled: "Send me home." Heaven help anyone who might have blocked her walker at the casino.) Peggy will be remembered for her love of cooking, entertaining and travel. She spent many happy times with family at Minaki, ON; Charlotte, NC; Marco Island, FL; Maui; Vancouver and Whistler. We are grateful for the kindness shown her by Dr. Sheldon Permack, Scott Naherniak and the staff at Victoria General Hospital and Dakota House. Special thanks to Darcy Bartlett, home-care aides and Vlasta Amizic. Sincere appreciation to Lori Abbott and Marg Brenan. There will be a private family service.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 06, 2016

Condolences & Memories (8 entries)

  • Please except our condolences for the loss of your mother. From what we've heard, she was a great women to be admired. We'll be thinking about you in the coming days and saying a prayer for you and your family. - Posted by: Jill & Mark (friends) on: Feb 16, 2016

  • We were greatly saddened to learn of Peggy's death but also inspired to be reminded in the obituary of her well-lived, much loved and productive life. We have greatly enjoyed our encounters with Peggy over the years - she made us laugh! Our sincere condolences to her immediate and extended family. - Posted by: Mae and Ron Livingstone (Friends) on: Feb 08, 2016

  • Karen, I am so glad I had the opportunity to meet your mom. She wielded her walker like a pro and i enjoyed watching her boss you around a bit! Reading her obituary really made me wish I had known her longer. And what a beautiful girl she was. I know she will be missed but with great memories for you all. - Posted by: Jody Meyers (Friend of Karen May) on: Feb 07, 2016

  • I will always remember Peggy as a person who was easy to love.One fond memory of Peggy was when she helped out Karen at the cottage making bedspreads and curtains to match.She was sitting at the sewing machine smiling while working.She loved her family. I am sending my love and prayers to the family. - Posted by: Lynn Krepart (friend of family) on: Feb 06, 2016

  • Karen,Kasey and Families Deepest Sympathy Your Mom was a wonderful woman and always very good to us .We enjoyed her company very much. Lorraine and Bill Yasinski (Millier) - Posted by: Lorraine Yasinski (Friends) on: Feb 06, 2016

  • So sorry to hear of the passing of your mother you are in our thoughts and prayers! Such a life she lived may she rest in peace! Maureen Canosa - Posted by: Maureen Canosa (Karen her daughter's friend) on: Feb 06, 2016

  • Condolences to her daughters and family. She was a very amusing and bright person to be with. She will be missed. - Posted by: Larry and James (Friends) on: Feb 06, 2016

  • Have fond memories of times spent with Peggy and Bob. May she rest in peace. - Posted by: Bernice Heinrichs (friend) on: Feb 06, 2016

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