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BERNICE SUSAN MAYNE
Date of Passing: Dec 01, 2017
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryBERNICE SUSAN MAYNE Bernice Mayne passed away at 82 years of age, on December 1, 2017 at the Grace Hospital, in Winnipeg, Manitoba, surviving her are her beloved children, family and students. She was very proud of her children, Audrey and Shelley and grandchildren, James Lai, Dana Lai and all of their accomplishments. Bernice pursued a life dedicated to others as a school teacher. She taught from 1976 to 2000 at Joseph Wolinsky Collegiate, Gordon Bell High School, Valley Gardens Junior High, McLeod Elementary School, Sherwood School and Dr. Hamilton School. She often spoke of her time teaching and had many keepsakes and clippings from students and student activities. Bernice had a Bachelor of Arts, a Diploma in Education, and her French Immersion Certificate. She also had a Philosophy and History Certificate from the Bar Ilan University in Israel. Bernice was an advocate of promoting peace and harmony to her students and had been recognized for efforts in teaching her students about diversity. Bernice was often presented with the challenges of tolerance, acceptance and diversity of ethnic groups in her work. Bernice was able to teach her students how to embrace and accept such differences. She volunteered her time to implement programs to promote human rights at a national level. Bernice was a former Board Member of the Jewish Historical Society, Jewish Child and Family Services, and Manitoba Association for Rights and Liberties. Bernice was also involved in the 'League for Human Rights B'nai Brith Canada' and a supporter of many charitable organizations. After Bernice retired from teaching, she continued to work as an educator writing articles for the Winnipeg Free Press and teaching courses at McNally Robinson, and the University of Winnipeg. Bernice often spoke about how a casual conversation with an individual saved her life. This individual made a big difference in her life. Bernice will be remembered for her dedication to teaching and her belief that one person could make a difference. Bernice Mayne was laid to rest on December 4, 2017 at the Shaarey Zedek Cemetery.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 16, 2017
Condolences & Memories (5 entries)
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I miss her........... - Posted by: Andrea Nittel (daughter) on: Jan 04, 2021
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I am sorry to hear she's gone. Junior High was a hell place for me and it wasn't easy for her. Much of what she talked about was ahead of her time and we didn't know it. One of the most valuable lessons I didn't know she imparted to me was to speak the truth no matter the cost. It was never in bright, blazing lights, but modelled for me. Sometimes it's not a curriculum that sets a teacher apart, it's in who they are and what they bring into the classroom. She brought her whole self in and I won't forget it. Take care. - Posted by: Fatima DeMelo (She taught French to me at Valley Gardens) on: Mar 25, 2020
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Sorry to hear this news. - Posted by: linda (cousin) on: Aug 16, 2018
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I taught with Bernice at Valley Gardens...we had many LOOOONNNNG talks about her beloved grade school teacher...her family...her views on equality and tolerance. I learned a great many lessons from her. As you know ....she loved to talk and sometimes when she called me at home....sorry Bernice...I had my husband ring the door bell so I could tell her...I had to go because someone was at the door. I am a better person for knowing her and I send my sympathies to you her family on her passing...and a reminder of what a "good woman" your mom and grandmother was...............PEACE. - Posted by: Bev Kliewer (former colleague) on: Dec 20, 2017
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Extending heartfelt sympathy on the passing of your mother. Bernice often used the Society's transportation program for rides to doctor's appointments. Her group of doctors were very special to her and she appreciated their care & compassion. I shall miss our regular conversations and your mom's insights about her love of teaching, volunteerism & our discussions on humanity and how to make the world a caring place. As a long time cancer survivor and life experience, Bernice had particular interest in advocating for cancer patients.Occasionally we would chat about a particular book she was reading. There was always a take away message - 'aging is a minority group that everyone will eventually belong to'! And most often our conversations would end with a quote from Mother Teresa - 'do small things with big love'. On one of our last conversations, I told Bernice that she makes me a better person every time we speak! With tears I say farewell - RIP! With sympathy & sadness Lynda & friends at the Canadian Cancer Society - Posted by: Lynda Ruban (staff at the Canadian Cancer Society) on: Dec 20, 2017