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THELMA SEKERKA-BAJBUS
Born: Jul 16, 1929
Date of Passing: May 14, 2016
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryTHELMA SEKERKA-BAJBUS (nee HARPER) July 16, 1929 - May 14, 2016 Passed away peacefully, following a brief illness. Beloved wife of Cyrill for 60 years. Loving mother of Michael (Anne Marie) and Peter. Loving Oma of Keelin Marie Alexandra. She will also be missed by brother-in-law Gabriel Hollo (Christiane), cousin Arthur Cameron (Roland, MB) and extended family Richard and Jinny Talbot (Sidney, BC). Thelma was the only child of, and predeceased by her parents, Murray Harper of Grandview, MB (1938) and Annie Reid Harper in Winnipeg (2001). Thelma decided to become a teacher, graduating in 1950 from the Normal School in Winnipeg and started her teaching career with the Winnipeg School Board. She furthered her education, graduating from the University of Manitoba Music School with a degree as associate performing in Piano and a degree as performer in Singing. While living with her husband Cyrill in Switzerland and the Principality of Liechtenstein, she was on the teaching staff of the Liechtenstein Music School in Vaduz. During these years she acquired a good fluency in the German language. She retired in 1991 after 24 years' service with the Liechtenstein Music School. A memorial visitation will be held on Thursday, May 19, 2016 at Our Lady of Fatima Church, 153 Woodroffe Ave., Ottawa from 10:00 am until time of service at 11:00 a.m., followed by a reception. For those wishing, a donation to the Humane Society or Queensway-Carleton Hospital Foundation would be appreciated. Condolences, tributes or donations may be made at www.tubmanfuneralhomes.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 18, 2016
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Many of us knew Thelma as our President of the Manitoba Astrology Association and many had subsequently got to know her on a more intimate basis when we were students in her astrology classes. I met and grew to know Thelma when she was that teacher of mine. Her philosophy of Inclusiveness was extended into the teaching setting making everyone feel comfortable and important during the learning process which melded us into a cohesive group. Thelma was indeed an outstanding teacher. She focused on utilizing astrology as a practical and useful tool towards reaching your goals and highest potential. In essence, she was MAA’s “Mother” figure – she was successful in organizing our group to work together cooperatively for the ultimate benefit of the Association. Thelma was a “Lady” in every sense of the word and action. Only years later did we learn that she was rightfully a “Countess”. She was very polite and considerate, occasionally referencing her experiences as a teacher but never mentioning her social status. What an outstanding contribution she made to the MAA…. not only as President and teacher, but as a person who fostered genuine communication, friendship and learning in a safe and positive environment. She was most helpful and generous in sharing her knowledge, experience and teachings. Personally, I will be forever grateful to her for her instructions as to how to choose the best date and time to move into a new residence as well as her positive words of encouragement towards moving forward in life. She was a wonderfully gifted teacher with an exceedingly warm and understanding heart. Thelma will be remembered fondly and missed by all her friends at the Manitoba Astrology Association. Sincerely, Marlene Moore - Posted by: Marlene Moore () on: May 18, 2016