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MARIA (MARY) BORN
Born: Jun 17, 1929
Date of Passing: Aug 28, 2020
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MARIA (MARY) BORN
(nee DUECK)
1929 - 2020
Her memory will be forever cherished by her children, Brian (Bev), Darlene (John), Gery (Sheree), Brenda and Jim (Heather); grandchildren, Andrea (Jonathan), George, Brandon (Michelle) and Brittany; great-grandchildren, Lia and George; sister Betty; sisters-in-law, Elsie, Shirley and Jean; along with numerous nieces and nephews. Mom was predeceased by her husband Bill, who passed in 2015. They were married for 62 years.
Mom was born in Altona, Manitoba on June 17, 1929. She worked very hard on the family farm doing chores including milking cows, working the fields and cooking food for a hungry household. In 1948 the family moved to Paraguay in hopes of a better life but it did not pan out that way. When Mom's father passed away in South America, the family moved back to Southern Manitoba. This was great for Mom because she could rekindle the relationship she had with her sweetheart Bill. Mom and Dad married November 25, 1951. Mom was a devoted, loving wife and mother. Both Mom and Dad were devout Christians and active members of Morrow Gospel Church.
As a loving wife and mother, Mom enjoyed life's simple pleasures, such as the companionship of family and friends. She loved cooking up a Mennonite storm and you can be assured that nobody left her table hungry. She was known to generously give her homemade goods to neighbours in need.
No words can express how dearly she will be missed. We would like to thank the staff at the Victoria Hospital 4th floor, for their kindness and compassion during Mom's last few weeks.
Due to Covid-19 restrictions, a small service (by invitation only) will be held at Morrow Gospel Church. This service will be available by live streaming on Voyage Funeral Home's website at www.voyagefuneralhomes.com on Thursday, September 3 at 10:45 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Morrow Gospel Church of Siloam Mission.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Sep 01, 2020
Condolences & Memories (15 entries)
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Sorry for your loss. Years ago Darell and Vera Andrews family lived next to you in St Vital. Mary was very caring, specially to our sister Gail when she was in need. From Greg and Gary Andrews 204 864 2244 or gowl2610@gmail.com - Posted by: Greg Andrews (Friend) on: Sep 12, 2020
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Beautiful video tribute of your family. My deepest condolences to all of you, her children and grandchildren. I’ll always remember Aunt Mary’s smile and that she often wore a hat. - Posted by: Rose Barkman (Niece) on: Sep 08, 2020
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Thinking of you at this very sad time and hoping the fond memories are helping you all. Val & Lyall - Posted by: Valerie Douglas (Friend ) on: Sep 08, 2020
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What a beautiful video tribute. Such lovely memories of family. My deepest condolences to all the family on the passing of your dear mother and grandmother. - Posted by: Rose Barkman (Niece) on: Sep 08, 2020
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Dear Brenda. I was very sorry to hear from my mother of the passing of your dear mother. Your strength, support and companionship towards your mother exemplified your love. May she rest in peace and rejoice in the company of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time. - Posted by: Frank Rossi (Friend ) on: Sep 07, 2020
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My deepest condolences to the family. She was an incredible lady. - Posted by: Lesya Born (Niece by marriage) on: Sep 02, 2020
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Sorry for your loss. We will always remember Mary’s smile she had when we picked her up for church. She was a special lady! Our thoughts and prayers are with you. - Posted by: MaryAnn & Bruce Oliver (Friends) on: Sep 02, 2020
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Dear Brenda - We were so sorry to read of your Mom's passing. You were such a source of comfort and companionship to her, especially after your Dad's passing. We know you will miss her greatly but may your faith bring you comfort and eventually may you also find comfort in the memories of quality time spent together. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family... - Posted by: Bruce Meisner & Henry Price (friends) on: Sep 02, 2020
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Aunt Mary was a light hearted, good natured; generous woman who always welcomed my husband and myself into her kitchen, when we visited from Ontario, to see my mother. She loved board and card games and later jigsaw puzzles. But cooking might have been her greatest passion, sharing the fruits of her labours with any and all who entered her kitchen. Growing up in Manitoba as young children, my brother and I knew uncle Bill and Aunt Mary, as well as another favourite aunt and uncle, as part of a close knit family friendship with our parents, that endured over the years. Aunt Mary will be so missed. Sincerest condolences to all the wonderful surviving children. - Posted by: Myrna Markovich (niece) on: Sep 01, 2020
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Aunt Mary has been there my whole life and the time without her will feel like a dream. She was kind and fun and had a heart as big as all outdoors. - Posted by: Shirley Manson (Niece) on: Sep 01, 2020
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I will always remember her smile and the sound of her laughter at the Dueck family gatherings held anywhere between Altona and Lockport. She will be missed. - Posted by: ken Dyck (nephew ) on: Sep 01, 2020
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We will always remember her lovely, bright smile! She was a warm and welcoming woman! - Posted by: Sandra & Bruce Day (niece) on: Sep 01, 2020
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I have missed seeing Mary in church. Loved when she was a greeter on Sunday mornings. She (and Bill) made people feel very welcome. She will be missed by her church family. To her family, we loved your Mom and will continue to pray for you as you adjust to life without her. - Posted by: Ginny Thiessen (Friend from Morrow Gospel) on: Sep 01, 2020
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Mary was a beautiful, caring lady, kind to all. Will be remembered always, with fond thoughts. - Posted by: Anna Maes-Sarrasin (Fellow South Park resident ) on: Sep 01, 2020
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Sorry to hear of the passing of Mrs Born. I remember well the times she and Bill would be at bowling centres proudly watching bowling tournaments always with huge smiles on their faces. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Family, May she Rest In Peace - Posted by: Bill Stuart (Friend of Family) on: Sep 01, 2020
