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CONCETTA (CONNIE) JOHNSON (CALIGUERE) (ULRICH)
Born: Feb 22, 1930
Date of Passing: Sep 21, 2019
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CONCETTA (CONNIE) JOHNSON
CONCETTA (CONNIE) ULRICH
(nee CALIGUERE)
Connie is survived by daughter Francina (Raymond), son Gordon (Kelly), granddaughter Chantal (Tyler), great-grandchildren, Londyn and Jakob, grandson William, granddaughter Stephanie, grandson Brandon, and their mother Mona, great-grandchild Benna, and her mother Shianna. Also cherishing Connie's memory are two sisters, Angie (Ron) and Antoinette (Ernie), brother-in-law Brian (Rochelle), stepchildren, Dale (Kelly), Siana, and several other in-laws, nieces, nephews, relatives, and many good friends.
Connie was predeceased by her first loving husband, of almost 35 years, William Harold Johnson, second loving husband, of almost three years, Rudolph Ludwig Ulrich, her parents, and siblings, Michael, Peter, Phyllis, Mary and Josephine.
Connie was born to Italian immigrant parents on February 22, 1930 in their home on Carlaw Avenue in Winnipeg, MB; she remained proud of her Italian heritage throughout her life. She enjoyed singing in canteens and on radio in her youth. She grew up in Fort Rouge, and then spent her adult life residing in Transcona, Gimli and St. Vital. Connie lived a long, full and meaningful life. With her husband Bill, Connie raised two children and took much pride in their academic, career, artistic, business and athletic achievements. As a widow and one who highly values family, she spent many precious, joyful moments with her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and their extended families.
Connie began her career as a medical secretary for Physician and Coroner, Dr. Athol Gordon. It ceased when her children were born, but once they grew to adolescence, she returned to work for the doctors at Transcona Medical Clinic. When her husband was transferred to Gimli with the CNR, she worked in community health supporting adults with intellectual disabilities until her and Bill retired. She was a strong advocate for social inclusion, inspired by the teachings of Jean Vanier.
Connie loved music which always filled her homes. A woman of strong faith, Connie was a dedicated member of church choirs throughout her life. Her service to the church also included teaching Catechism, and range of other duties that supported the Catholic Woman's League and her parish priests and parishioners. Connie enjoyed participating in Bible studies, family times, arts activities, socializing with friends, reading, knitting, going to the lake, and travelling. She was fortunate enough to visit family and friends across North America. Her most exciting adventures took her to the United Arab Emirates to visit Brian and Rochelle, Italy with Rudy to explore her roots in Amato, Texas and Mexico with Bill to escape the winters, and Barbados to visit Tootsie and friend Fr. Pat.
A twice happily married woman, Connie will always be remembered as a kind, strong, and compassionate person who loved to laugh and joke. She was firm on living independently which she accomplished with the support of family and numerous friends at Kirchhoff Gardens, her home for the last 30 years. She taught us many life lessons, like how to forgive and forget, live your faith, serve others, and live in peace. We will all continue to benefit from how Connie showed us her pathway to living a long, flourishing life.
The memorial mass will take place at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, October 3, 2019 at St. Timothy Parish, 135 John Forsyth Rd. Celebrant will be Fr. Chrys Obinna Agu. Private interment at a later time.
The family offers their sincerest gratitude to the medical professionals at the Grace Hospital who provided Connie with a high level of care, and to our relatives and friends who responded with help and support.
Memorial donations can be made to L'Arche Winnipeg, 118 Regent Ave. E., Winnipeg, Manitoba R2C 0C1 (www.larchewinnipeg.org) or to the Grace Hospital Foundation (www.gracehospitalfoundation.ca).
NEIL BARDAL
FUNERAL CENTRE
204-949-2200
Gimli 204-642-7124
neilbardalinc.com
Publish Date: Sep 28, 2019
CONCETTA (CONNIE) JOHNSON CONCETTA (CONNIE) ULRICH
(nee CALIGUERE)
Details of service to follow.
NEIL BARDAL
FUNERAL CENTRE
204-949-2200
Gimli 204-642-7124
neilbardalinc.com
Publish Date: Sep 24, 2019
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Sep 24, 2019, Sep 28, 2019
Condolences & Memories (5 entries)
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Francina & Gordon: We had the pleasure of knowing Connie when my mother Aila would come to visit from Kelowna. It was Mom, Connie and their friend Helen that would get together at our house, sit around the kitchen table, have a meal and catch up. Connie was a pistol and had a great sense of humour. We exchanged Christmas cards every year. Our deepest condolences to you all during this sad time. Kevin & Deb Guthrie - Posted by: Kevin & Deb Guthrie (Family Friend) on: Oct 07, 2019
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Francina and Gordon, my wife and I were surprised and so sorry to hear about ur mother's passing. We have many wonderful memories of both personal and telephone visits with her whenever we returned to Winnipeg for a visit.. Her sharp wit and sense of humour will remain with us for sometime to come. Our friendship has blossomed since I was ur mom and dad's paper boy when they lived on Yale Ave. in the 60's. Together with my late parents Bill and Alia Guthrie we have many fond memories. Plse accept our deepest condolences and sympathies to both of u and ur families. Our thoughts and best wishes are with u during this difficult time in ur lives. Robbie and Bernice Guthrie - Posted by: Robbie Guthrie (long time friend) on: Oct 03, 2019
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My family Dawna, Kimberly and myself (Barry McParland ) enjoyed joking around and our time with Connie. We were in the choir together for many years. She was the true definition of Young at Heart and would refer to me in front of my wife Dawna as her Boyfriend. She really was very special. - Posted by: Barry Mc Parland (Friend) on: Oct 01, 2019
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To the family. Deepest sympathy on your loss. To Angie and Tootsie, so sorry on the loss of your sister Connie. My sister Valerie and I lived across the street from the family in our younger years and we send our sincerest sympathies to you. Valerie Strong, Winnipeg, Sally Shkut, (Graceffo). Mississauga, ON - Posted by: Sally Shkut (Graceffo) (Old neighbour ) on: Sep 30, 2019
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I will miss Connie. She was a wonderful neighbor. I loved her witt. My children loved her as well when they would visit and meet up with her. Condolences to her family. Helen - Posted by: Helen McKenzie (Neighbor ) on: Sep 24, 2019
