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MARY BEVERLEY COPPINGER
Born: Dec 04, 1918
Date of Passing: Jan 08, 2017
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryMARY BEVERLEY COPPINGER December 4, 1918 - January 8, 2017 It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Mom is lovingly remembered by her; son Stephen (Janet), and daughter Diane Ramage; grandchildren Christopher Coppinger (Kendra), Lori Bourbonnais (Rod); Jesse Ramage (Jennifer), Simon Ramage; and her great-grandchildren, Ava, Isaac and Gavin Coppinger and Rachel and Taylor Bourbonnais; her sister Margaret Geres and several nieces. Mary was predeceased by her beloved husband of 59 years, Stephen in 2002; son Murray in 1994; and sister Geraldine Gunderson in 2015. Mom loved life to the fullest. As a young person growing up in Edmonton in the 20's and 30's she loved the outdoors, skiing and horseback riding in the Rockies. And later she enjoyed badminton, curling, golfing, cross country skiing, sewing and watercolour painting. Mary met Stephen while they both worked at Marshall Wells Wholesale Hardware in Edmonton. They married in 1943, just before he was posted overseas for the last two years of the Second World War. During the war, Mom worked as a civilian with the US Air Force in Edmonton. On Dad's return from overseas they settled in Stettler, Alberta. Here they raised their family and built a summer cottage at Buffalo Lake. With Marshall Wells, the family moved from Stettler to Edmonton to Saskatoon to West Vancouver and then to Winnipeg where they retired in 1985 and moved to Victoria, BC. In Victoria, they made many friends and enjoyed retirement. Mom and Dad loved to travel to many places around the world, and after Dad's passing she continued to travel with her children. At the age of 92, Mom returned to Winnipeg to be closer to her family, and happily resided at the Seine River Retirement Residence. Mom spent much of her time as a homemaker raising a family and partaking in a variety of volunteer activities. She especially loved and devoted herself to her family. Mom was very generous and thoughtful. She had a very positive attitude and had a wonderful sense of humour, which stayed with her to the end of her life. She enjoyed excellent health for over 97 years, and only since a fall at her residence this past June did her health begin to deteriorate. The family would like to thank the kind folks at Poseidon Care Centre for their devotion to the care of Mom during the last few months. Cremation has taken place and interment will be in Victoria, BC. A private Celebration of Life is planned. In lieu of flowers, donations in mom's memory may be made to a charity of choice. For those who wish to sign the online Guest Book please visit our website.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 14, 2017
Condolences & Memories (8 entries)
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Mrs. Coppinger and I had nice conversations whenever we saw each other. Her granddaughter Lori would come with her caseload while I was filing books. As a community volunteer I have a diverse philosophy to the kids, and know they are most appreciative of the work I do. I got this volunteer position through S.C.E. Lifeworks and still continue to be the fabric of Ecole Robert H. Smith even though I am no longer associated with an agency that fosters employment for persons with different needs. - Posted by: Philip (Volunteers in a local school library) on: Oct 24, 2021
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Diane, our hearts are with you today. You mom has such a special place in our hearts. So glad that you have Simon with you today, and Jessie as well. Steve and Jan, you have been the most loving son and daughter to Mary, our condolences to you and your family. - Posted by: the Smith family (friends, ) on: Jan 21, 2017
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To Jan, Steve and family, Sincere condolences, Angela and Richard Humphrey - Posted by: Angela Humphrey, (nee Hay) (friends of Janet and Steve) on: Jan 18, 2017
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I am so sorry Steve. I have been looking for you the last few times I was in to see my mom. My condolences to you and your family. Barb - Posted by: Barbara Doran (Friend) on: Jan 16, 2017
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My mother lived across the hall from Mary at SRRR, and we got to know her over a year and one half and we appreciated talking with her and seeing how well she got along with a minimum of support in her advancing age. We offer our deepest condolences for your loss - Posted by: Barry Malowanchuk (Acquaintance) on: Jan 15, 2017
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Jan & Steve & family I was so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family at this sad time. Edna - Posted by: Edna McNicoll (friend) on: Jan 15, 2017
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Steve, Jan, and Family.. We are so very sorry for the loss of your mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Please accept our sincere condolences and know that our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Try to take some comfort in all of the wonderful memories each of you have. There really are no words to make this easier for any of you but at least you have each other to lean on for the love and support you may need. Bonnie and Al Archibald Longtime Friends - Posted by: Bonnie and Al Archibald (Friend of family) on: Jan 14, 2017
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We missed Mary's smile and presence this Xmas. She was always so positive we felt good after being with her. Our condolences to all of the family. May memories of her carry you through this difficult time. - Posted by: George & Jean Hanson (Friend) on: Jan 14, 2017
