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DOREEN WEBB
Born: Nov 01, 1952
Date of Passing: Jul 01, 2016
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryDOREEN WEBB November 1, 1952 - July 1, 2016 It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Doreen Webb (nee Bullen) while visiting family in Guangzhou, China. She will be greatly missed by her husband of 42 years, Don; daughters, Deanne (John) and Laura (Steven); sons, Aaron (Joanna), and Andrew (Nikki); brothers, Doug and Bill (Janet); infant grandchildren, Lucas (Aaron), and Sophie (Deanne), and many family and friends. Doreen was born in Winnipeg to father William, and mother Jenny. She attended several different schools before arriving at St. James Collegiate, where she met her future husband, Don, and many lifelong friends. After marriage in 1974, she worked several clerical jobs, until the birth of their first child in 1979. In motherhood, Doreen found her true calling in life, and would go on to become a surrogate mother for many of her children's friends, foreign exchange students, and anyone who offered her the time of day. Although she left the workforce to raise her four children, Doreen stayed involved in the community. She was an active member of the church, childbirth educator, and La Leche league leader, which met regularly in the family basement. Summers were spent at Star Lake in the family cottage, where the family could be found on the beach surrounded by friends and Tonka trucks. After her last child started elementary school, she attained certification in massage therapy while maintaining her role as a full time mother. After back issues forced her to stop practicing, she joined the St. James School Division as a teacher's aide. It was during this time that Doreen noticed a need for after school programming, and took the initiative to start a drop-in centre for youth in the community, which still runs to this day. After officially retiring in 2013, Doreen was able to focus ever more on her family. Although she suffered from significant mobility issues, she never let this get in the way of traveling. She spent time with her children in southern Africa, Europe, Australia, and traveled many times to China where Deanne works as a school teacher. Over the last two years, Doreen took on her greatly anticipated and impatiently-awaited role of Grandma. She literally traveled to the ends of the earth to spend time with her grandchildren. Amongst the greatest gifts that Doreen bestowed on those around her were tolerance, and unconditional love. She was at her happiest while hosting family dinners, which notoriously stretched late into the evening. A celebration of Doreen's life will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, July 23 at Neil Bardal Funeral Centre, 3030 Notre Dame Avenue (across from Brookside Cemetery). In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of one's choice. NEIL BARDAL FUNERAL CENTRE 204-949-2200 neilbardalinc.com
Publish Date: Jul 16, 2016
DOREEN WEBB We are sad to announce the sudden passing of Doreen Webb on Friday, July 1, 2016, while visiting her daughter in Guangzhou, China. A memorial service will be held at a later date in July. A full obituary and funeral dates will follow on July 16, 2016. NEIL BARDAL FUNERAL CENTRE 204-949-2200 neilbardalinc.com
Publish Date: Jul 9, 2016
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 16, 2016
Condolences & Memories (19 entries)
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So sorry for your loss Don, may you find strength to go on in life without the love of your life. I will be thinking of you and family in my prayers. Doreen was such a nice and kind lady when I had the chance to chit chat with her at the airport. R.I.P. Doreen. - Posted by: Josie Mistri (former co-worker at Air Canada) on: Jul 25, 2016
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I knew Doreen when we both were in high school at Kelvin before both of us moved away. She was a wonderful friend and I enjoyed many happy times with her at her home on Elm Street. So sorry to hear about her passing. - Posted by: Kathie (Kelvin school friend) on: Jul 23, 2016
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We are so sorry for your loss, Don. Our deepest condolences to you and your family. - Posted by: Laurie and Archie Gagnon (Former co-worker) on: Jul 20, 2016
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Don, Sorry to hear about the passing of Doreen. She will not only be missed by you and family, but also the community. Best Regards. - Posted by: Dave Wessel (Former co-worker with Don) on: Jul 19, 2016
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Don & Family. We extend our sincerest condolences on the sudden passing of Doreen. We had the privilege of knowing Doreen over the years when Andrew and Shane grew up together. She was a kind and generous person who always saw the bright side of any situation. She was a positive influence on Shane and we are forever grateful for knowing her. - Posted by: Masters Family (Friend) on: Jul 18, 2016
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Dear Don and family, I was so saddened and shocked to hear of Doreen's sudden passing. She was a wonderful wife and mother, gentle and kind. May your faith sustain you, and the love of your family and friends give you strength at this time. My deepest sympathies to you all. - Posted by: Linda Michaud ((air canada colleague)) on: Jul 18, 2016
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To the Webb Family. I'm so sorry for your loss. Doreen was a wonderful woman. I remember how freely she gave of her time to help make the St. James Band Boosters and our band trips a success. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this very difficult time. - Posted by: Paul Cerilli (Former Band Director at St. James Collegiate) on: Jul 17, 2016
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Dear Don and Family, I'm very sorry to hear of Doreen passing away. I regularly think of the three months I spent with Doreen. It was a great pleasure to be with her, especially because of her constant generosity. She helped me in every situation and never left me alone. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Christoph Mentz - Posted by: Christoph (Exchange student) on: Jul 17, 2016
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I met Doreen only once, during a trip to visit family in Winnipeg last October. She welcomed me into her home and made me feel so welcome. My thoughts are with all of you in this difficult time - Posted by: Janet Colledge (Acquaintance) on: Jul 17, 2016
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Very sad to hear this news. She was passionate in providing opportunities for kids to get positively involved with an after school program at St. James the Assiniboine Anglican Church. She's a big reason the Boys and Girls Club at George Waters Middle School came to be. She will be greatly missed. - Posted by: Andrew Mead (Co-worker at St. James East Lighthouse) on: Jul 16, 2016
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I am terribly sorry to hear this news. Doreen was a wonderful person who will be greatly missed. I will never forget how warm and welcoming she was especially at Star Lake. She will always have a place in my heart. My condolences to her family and friends. - Posted by: Danny Miller (Friend) on: Jul 16, 2016
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Dear Don & family We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. - Posted by: Irene & Ron Davey (Former neighbours) on: Jul 16, 2016
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I am so sorry for your loss Don. My deepest sympathies to you and your family. - Posted by: Mireille Boudreau (Former colleague at Air Canada) on: Jul 16, 2016
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Don, we are so sorry to hear of the sudden passing of your beloved Doreen. We hope that the thoughts and prayers of your friends and colleagues will help you through this very trying time. - Posted by: Mike & Adele Favel (Former colleague at Air Canada) on: Jul 13, 2016
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My condolences to Doreen's family with her sudden passing. Doreen was a joy to work with. She was dedicated to her work and the students. We had some good laughs over lunch. She was kind to everyone and wished only the best for everyone. She was one of a kind. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family. - Posted by: Rene Lewis (Former co-worker at CSHC) on: Jul 11, 2016
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Don I'm so sorry to hear of Doreen's passing. I will always remember her as a kind gentle person. May the support and love of family and friends help you through this most difficult time. My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Pieter Tolsma - Posted by: Pieter tolsma (Colleague air canada) on: Jul 11, 2016
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May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead. With deepest sympathy to you and your family, Lorna - Posted by: Lorna bound (Former co worker) on: Jul 10, 2016
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With deepest sympathy to Don & family Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May warm memories and the love of family and friends help you through this difficult time. - Posted by: Valerie (friend) on: Jul 09, 2016
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Dear Don and family We were very sorry to hear of Doreen's passing. Our deepest sympathy to you and all your family. We are thinking of you all. Ken & Corinne - Posted by: Corinne & Ken Atkinson & family (Step sister) on: Jul 09, 2016
