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PAULA KATHLEEN WIEBE
Date of Passing: Jul 28, 2019
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PAULA KATHLEEN WIEBE
1976 - 2019
Her parents Ron and Elza and brother Darren are left to mourn her departure. She also leaves behind an extended family of cousins, aunts, uncles and friends.
Words cannot describe how much Paula will be missed. Her exuberance for life at times was infectious. She could bring character instantly to a room, and her natural beauty turned more than a few heads. She had a big and generous heart particularly for those who were less fortunate. Paula was intelligent, trusting, playful and delivered countless acts of loving kindness to family, friends and strangers, made a party better and everyone around her feel happy.
Paula was proudly employed by Vanta Group of Edmonton and considered her colleagues family.
Paula was at one when she was holding her dog Charlie or tending to her garden plot where she could produce an abundance from a very small area of land. She enjoyed experimenting with new varieties of seeds and plants and rejoiced in their maturation. She was an excellent cook who loved to create for herself and others. She also enjoyed camping with friends. Her love for the Blue Bombers and Jets never waned, and she was often seen representing and cheering for her teams. Maui was Paula's heaven on earth.
Despite all her gifts, Paula struggled to find internal peace, to believe in herself - that she was a great daughter, sister, friend we all knew her to be. Bipolar disorder can be a life-threatening disease like heart disease or stroke. It is an assault on the brain, not a reflection of a weak character. Paula so wanted to be OK and often felt there was something wrong with her character. Her medication did not fix this. She did not want to leave. She was taken by an unfair illness.
There are things we don't want to happen but have to accept, things we don't want to know, but have to learn, and people we can't live without and have to let go. We know we must carry on and live life to the fullest for Paula. She would expect nothing less.
Someday, I wish upon a star.
Wake up where the clouds are far behind me.
Where trouble melts like lemon drops.
High above the chimney top.
That's where you'll find me.
- Yip Harburg
Goodbye for now and may peace be with you.
Our love for you will never diminish.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Aug 17, 2019
Condolences & Memories (28 entries)
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I was so saddened to hear that the delightful, little gal I had in Grade 5 had suffered with a mental illness and had passed away. My sincere condolences to Elza, Ron and Darren! I can still see her in an assembly dressed in a flowered dress, earrings and all as myself in her Grade 6 class’s tribute to teachers. She was so vibrant and had a beautiful smile like her Mother’s. Rest in Peace, dear Paula. - Posted by: Laurel McFarlane (Her teacher in Grade 5 at Balmoral Hall) on: Jul 27, 2024
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Paula, I wish I had somewhere else to grieve and remember, but here will have to do. You were such a bright spark, who burned fast, but much too short. I appreciated your contact the last few years. I know Bow-easy is by your side, and I appreciate you looking out for him. I am so lucky I got to call you friend. I miss your 'calls' lately. Thank you for looking out for me, you will never be forgotten, and I look forward to the day when we will walk in gardens all wet with rain, and we will never grow so old again. - Posted by: Sabrina Warnholz (Friend) on: May 09, 2024
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I revisit this post many times. Like others wondered why she had gone off social media. She was a beautiful soul it is hard to believe she is gone. I had known she had troubles but not to the extent. I wish all the peacefulness to her family . She was. Great girl and will truly be missed - Posted by: Julia (friend) on: Sep 11, 2020
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I think of Paula often. Miss chatting with her on the phone and the funny texts we shared. I was so happy we connected after so many years. Wish we had more time together. Mr and Mrs Wiebe and Darren - I think of you all so often as well. Paula had such an amazing spirit. She was so kind and loving. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. - Posted by: Neela (Childhood friend ) on: Jul 28, 2020
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Paula I really miss you 💕 Everyday my heart hurts There are so many things I would like to share with her and it breaks my heart that I can’t. She was the kindest girl I had ever met and was so full of love and life. Her laugh was amazing and I can still hear it to this day. “Happy birthday Pauly” was an inside joke that we loved. My daughter who came with us on a trip to the mountains last year asked me why I was crying and I said that my friend Paula was sick and she had passed away and she said “oh mama I really miss her”. Paula was so excited to meet my newest daughter but unfortunately did not get that chance. Ron, Elza and Darren I offer my most sincere condolences xoxoxo (Ron and Elza please feel like you can call or email me when you’re ready and I can bring the girls over to meet you, also Paula told me which ‘house’ at bh she was in And I just can’t remember, my daughter is there now and I wonder if it’s the same one) - Posted by: Isora Van Dreser (Good friend ) on: Nov 09, 2019
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I thought it was so weird that Paula had removed me from social media and googled her name tonight after a funny feeling. She was doing so much better than when I met her. I am so sorry to hear of this. Rest In Peace sweet, sweet girl ❤️❤️❤️ - Posted by: Christina (Friend ) on: Nov 01, 2019
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Dear Paula's family, please accept my deepest condolences. Paula was always a ray of sunshine when I came to her office, helpful and caring and fun. Her untimely departure affects all of us. May she be at peace. I am sure you know how special she is. May her memory be eternal. - Posted by: Lydia (Former colleague) on: Oct 08, 2019
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My sincerest condolences to Ron, Elza and Darren, I can not imagine the heartbreak and grief you must be under, I don't have the words to express how my heart breaks for you, for Paula - such a wonderful kind and sincere girl, always a pleasure to chat with...and she loved her family so very deeply! Hugs, thoughts and prayers for you all. Much love, Cj - Posted by: Cj Piatkowski (Friend) on: Aug 27, 2019
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Dear Darren, Elza & Ron, Words cannot describe our sorrow at your loss. May you Rest In Peace, beautiful Paula. Kathy, Randy, Darcie & Sarah. - Posted by: Randy Matzer (Uncle ) on: Aug 24, 2019
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Please accept our sincere condolences Ron, Elza and Darren for the loss of your beautiful daughter and sister. Our hearts go out to you at this difficult time. - Posted by: Abe and Donna Enns (Friend) on: Aug 22, 2019
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Dear Ron, Elza and Darren, Please accept our deepest condolences. Mental illness is so hard to understand and deal with. Our hearts share your sadness. Our prayers are with you, Joe, Maria and Helena Correia - Posted by: Joe, Maria and Helena Correia (friends) on: Aug 21, 2019
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Dear Ron Elza & Darren, please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of your beautiful daughter Paula. We know she will be sadly missed. Your loving tribute said it all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. Sending hugs to you. - Posted by: Richard & Cathy Cook (Friends) on: Aug 20, 2019
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I was so sad to hear about this and to read this. Paul was the loveliest, kindest soul. I knew Paula from high school and then we worked together at Kelsey’s in Winnipeg years ago. I did not know she had bipolar disorder. I also have it. Thanks for hitting this head on. There ought to be no shame in having this- and more pride about how people manage it. Sending you all my love. Paula was a force and I will never forget her. ❤️❤️❤️ - Posted by: Meghan Riley (Friend/former co-worker) on: Aug 20, 2019
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Paula was such a nice person to be around. Always laughing and always smiling. She will be greatly missed. - Posted by: Sara (Co-Worker) on: Aug 20, 2019
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So sad... My prayers, thoughts, and condolences. Paula was just down to visit me in March in Belize with her girlfriends just months ago. Paula is a spitfire... so much energy. Gorgeous inside and out with a fantastic smile and sense of humor. I am shocked! Paula you will be missed greatly. Rest in Peace... Terry - Posted by: Terry Beck (Friend) on: Aug 20, 2019
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Ron, Elza and family, your wonderful eulogy to Paula is an inspiration to families dealing with this illness. All of us have attacks that may disable us -- heart attacks, liver disease, and cancers that attack every part of our body. We all have had bouts with anxiety and uncertainty in our lives. Paula was an exceptional person but what she suffered from was a very great challenge to her. It is so amazing that those souls who suffer from these afflictions are almost always such amazing people who bring such joy and energy to those around them. She has passed on now to a life where she will enjoy great peace and still be an inspiration to all around her. This sometimes difficult world was just not good enough for her. - Posted by: Ken C. Ball (Friend) on: Aug 19, 2019
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Elza, Ron & Darren, please accept our deepest condolences on the loss of Paula. She spent the holidays with our family in 2016. We will always hold her visit dear and close to our hearts. We were able to experience her zest for life and love of food when she visited, as you have noted in your obituary. We were very fortunate to have known and spent time with her. She will be missed. Dearest Paula, May the road rise to meet you, and the wind always be at your back. May the sun shine warm on your face and the rains fall softly on your fields. And until we meet again May God hold you gently in the palm of his hand. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. The Lieu Family. - Posted by: The Lieu Family (Friends) on: Aug 19, 2019
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Please except our deepest condolences Ron and Elza. Mental illness is so hard to understand and accept we also have family dealing with it. RIP Paula - Posted by: Lyn and Linda Snaith (Friends) on: Aug 19, 2019
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I'd like to pass on my sincere condolences to the Wiebe family. I consider Paula and her brother Darren as 2 of my very good childhood friends that I shared many laughs with, some that I still reminisce about from time to time to this day. Whether it was at one of our legendary Kilmarnock block parties, a night of hide and go seek with the gang or just simply kicking back playing some old school Nintendo. She was always fun and a definite character with an infectious laugh that I loved being around because our shared ability to let loose and be unapologetically silly together. I feel fortunate to have grown up with her as a friend. Thinking of you Ron, Elza and Darren during this difficult time and keeping the good memories of Paula alive. - Posted by: Jeremy Jones (Childhood friend) on: Aug 18, 2019
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Your daughter leaves behind a legacy that is manifested in your words of strength and encouragement to treat mental health with compassion and support. Bless you. I will paraphrase your sentiments wishing peace and love to those who struggle. - Posted by: Cheryl Getwarmsoon () on: Aug 18, 2019
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Dear Ron, Elza and Darren - I was so saddened to hear of the loss of your dear Paula. You are in my thoughts at this difficult time. Please accept my sympathies. Carol Vauclair - Posted by: Carol Vauclair (Former co-worker at Richardson Securities) on: Aug 18, 2019
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So sorry for your loss. Paula and I recently reconnected on social media. I will always remember our times at Lake of the Woods fondly. She was beautiful, stylish, unique and a fun person to be around. She will be greatly missed. - Posted by: Lauren Rossmann (Friend) on: Aug 17, 2019
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Goodbye, sweet Paula. Words cannot express our sadness at your passing. You were always a kind, and gentle young woman. Rest In Peace sweetheart, we will never forget you. - Posted by: Auntie Marg and Uncle Wayne (Family) on: Aug 17, 2019
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Our sincere condolences to Paula’s Family, who we know loved her very much. We are saddened by losing a life so young with so much to give to an illness which is becoming much to common. Our hearts ache and share your sadness. May good memories sustain you at this time. - Posted by: Ruth and Ludwik Jarco (Friends of the family ) on: Aug 17, 2019
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I am very sorry for your family's loss. May she rest in peace and you take comfort in knowing she has no more pain and sorrow! God Bless to all of her family and loved ones. - Posted by: Shannon () on: Aug 17, 2019
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We share your loss with love and understanding. You tried your best showering Paula with love compassion and care. You are so proud of who she was, her accomplishments, her talents and the love she offered. We believe in a God of mercy and yet find it difficult to understand Why? We offer our love and friendship with no reserve. - Posted by: Larry & Marilyn Buhler (Close friends) on: Aug 17, 2019
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I have known Paula since she was a wee one in Nursery School at BH. My daughter and Paula were lifelong friends. She never failed to make us laugh and she made us want to hug her for just being around. Ironically, she had an amazing zest for life, always bringing people up to her level of happiness. I will forever remember her sweet face and bouncy personality. She loved and admired her mom, dad, and brother so much, and always talked about them. Paula couldn’t have had better parents than Paul and Elza and she knew that. Rest in Peace, my beautiful Paula. - Posted by: Pamela Brown (Longtime friend) on: Aug 17, 2019
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I was very touched by your beautiful write up of your lovely daughter who had her life cut short. Mental illness has taken the lives of so many people. It is one of our most ravaging diseases and is in almost everyone's family. We need to be more informed more out there to help our loved ones get through their dark days. Your quoted melody made me cry as 'that's where you will find me ... in God's memory .. where she will be safe until you will see her again ... and this time she will be perfect in health! RIP dear Paula. - Posted by: Helen () on: Aug 17, 2019