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SHARON LYNN OSACHUK (THOMPSON)
Born: Mar 06, 1947
Date of Passing: Sep 30, 2020
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SHARON (LYNN) OSACHUK
(nee THOMPSON)
She was predeceased by her father John Thompson, and her mother Kathleen.
Lynn was born on March 6, 1947, in Winnipeg. She was the middle child between her older brother Jim (Lesley), and younger brother Allen. Lynn was born and raised in Winnipeg's North End. She attended Robertson School, Andrew Mynarski (whose reunion Lynn MC'ed) and Sisler High School. It was in a packed car on the way home from Sisler in 1962 where she met Jim Osachuk, a guy from the wrong side of the tracks, albeit three streets away. In that car, she sat on his knee and asked "How do you like me now?"
Mom and Dad fell quickly in love. They lived in Osborne Village, the North End, had children, Kelli and Kevin (Janine), moved to Selkirk, and then to the West End where they raised their family.
Lynn enjoyed a long career, many as Executive Secretary to the Manitoba Minister of Health.
In every place they lived, at every workplace, at the cottage in the Whiteshell or at the Sportsmen's Club, or at the trailer in St. Malo, she collected friends. Everybody liked Lynn. She was warm, charming, funny, and oh so talkative. Lynn was a prodigy at small talk and making friends quickly. When Lynn made a friend, she made one for life. She will be missed by so many; far too many to mention by name.
In 1996 Lynn became a grandmother to Logan, and in 2001 to Jillian. Her grandchildren made her so proud and she loved them fiercely. She enjoyed so many things with them, especially if it involved feeding them or supporting their interests. She would tell ANYONE about them.
Lynn loved so many things; a good spicy Caesar, listening to Janine sing, the Jets (especially Mark Scheifele) and the Bombers, playing Scrabble, watching golf (Freddy Couples!) and curling (Brad Gushue!), entertaining (especially cooking for any major sporting event), manicures and pedicures, and relaxing at the trailer in St. Malo. She also tolerated her husband Jim.
Lynn and Jim knew each other for 57 years, and were married for 53. It was shortly after their 50th wedding anniversary in 2017, and a trip to the Maritimes, that Lynn received a diagnosis of cancer. She bravely fought it for three years, and we are so thankful for the wonderful staff of CancerCare Manitoba and A6 West at St. Boniface Hospital. Cancer was very hard on Mom. But cancer, never even for a moment, diminished her spirit. She would still warmly receive anyone who visited and ask with great care about their well-being.
If you knew mom, you were loved, and you knew it. She was a beautiful person.
When it is safe to do so, a great celebration worthy of such an amazing woman will be held in her honour.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to CancerCare Manitoba Foundation. Make a donation to

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 03, 2020
Condolences & Memories (23 entries)
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I was saddened to hear about Lynn through our mutual friend Bob Ashuk the other day. I remember Lynn well going back to my little League days when her dad was my coach and Lynn was always at our games. I didn't reconnect with Lynn until a few years ago but always had fond memories of her and Jim. I wish the family well she will be a great loss to many! - Posted by: Randy Komar (old friend) on: Dec 16, 2020
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Jim. Please accept my most sincere condolence for your loss. - Posted by: Wade Doberstein (Former co-worker of Jim) on: Oct 07, 2020
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Lynne you put up a long hard fight. Now you can rest. Will miss our morning coffee and chit chat at the trailer. You were one sweet special lady. My condolences to Jim, Kelly, Kevin and family. Love Judy - Posted by: Judy Simcox (Friend) on: Oct 06, 2020
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Les and Jim we are so sorry to read of Lynn’s passing, her smile will always remain in your thoughts. - Posted by: Marna overton (Friend) on: Oct 06, 2020
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JIM We were sadden to hear about Lynn's passing. Our sincere condolences to you and your family. Bob & Lillian Ralke - Posted by: Robert and Lillian (Friend) on: Oct 05, 2020
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My condolences on the passing of Lynn. She fought long and hard. Lynn was always upbeat and hyper!! but always entertaining. Take solace that she will never be forgotten and her legacy lives on through your children and grand-children. - Posted by: Liz Neault (Friend and former co-worker) on: Oct 05, 2020
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Our sincere condolences to Jim and the family on your loss of Lynn. I had the privilege of working with Lynn for many years.Her cheerfulness,energy and good common sense were just a few of her many positive attributes.She will truly be missed. John and Barb Ross - Posted by: John and Barb Ross (Work colleague and friend ) on: Oct 05, 2020
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Sorry for your loss Jim and family. We are sure it has left a big hole in your heart. All the best. - Posted by: Blake @ Barbara Dunn (Friends) on: Oct 05, 2020
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Lynn and I worked together for several years at Manitoba Health. Such a kind, caring, warm woman, keen to help, greeting everyone with a big smile. She was a friend to so many. I remember her talking often and with love and immense care for her family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. - Posted by: Yvonne Block (colleague / friend) on: Oct 04, 2020
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Coz you will be greatly missed. You always had such a positive attitude and spirit. I still remember the antics we got into when you would come out to the farm when we were kids. Really glad we could spend some time together over the later years. Rest In Peace Lynn and know you impacted a lot of lives. - Posted by: Barb Rathgaber (Cousin) on: Oct 03, 2020
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Our sincere condolences Jim and family. Lynn was one very special lady and will be deeply missed. - Posted by: Roland and Adeline Tougas (Friend) on: Oct 03, 2020
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Dear Jim, Kelli, Kevin and families. It is with our deepest sympathy to hear of Lynn’s battle with cancer. The obituary was a great tribute to Lynn’s life! A beautiful, bubbly, energetic, fun- loving person. Although I may have fallen out of touch, I always held fond memories of get-together’s with Jim and Lynn. May Lynn rest in Peace and may God’s Blessings be with Jim and his family. Hold fast to your fond memories. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Barb and Stephanie - Posted by: Barb (Porter) Bohn and Stephanie Porter (Friend) on: Oct 03, 2020
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I also was a long time employee of Manitoba Health and knew Lynn very well. I was saddened to hear of her illness and very sad to hear of Lynn’s passing. Lynn was a class act that is for sure. Always there with a shoulder to cry on and a boot to get you going. I have very fond memories of Lynn, they have a special place in my heart. My condolences to her family. - Posted by: Lynda Graham (Friend and co worker) on: Oct 03, 2020
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We met Lynn when she started to camp at Debonair with her husband Jim. She quickly made friends and was loved by all. Such a kind soul with a sweet calming voice. My deepest condolences to Jim, her family and friends. She will truly be missed. - Posted by: Agnes &JP Gosselin Gosselin (Friend) on: Oct 03, 2020
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I worked with Lynn at Manitoba Health. We became friends, who wouldn't with that wonderful smile and bubbly effervescent personality. I haven't seen her in sometime but I am very sad to hear of her passing. My deepest condolences to her family. - Posted by: Janis Hutchinson (Co-Worker and friend) on: Oct 03, 2020
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I was so sad to hear about Lynn’s passing. She fought the good fight and with a smile on her face. Lynn was truly one of a kind and I have been blessed to have known her. Heaven has a special angel looking out for all her loves. Our condolences to Jim and family. She will be missed!! Lynn, I am sending you the biggest hug. Rest in well deserved peace my friend. Tracy and Peter - Posted by: Tracy and Peter Withoos (Friends) on: Oct 03, 2020
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Our sympathy she was such a wonderful wife mother grandmother and friend. Always a beautiful smile. - Posted by: Val and Keith Johnson (Friend) on: Oct 03, 2020
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Our sympathy she was such a wonderful wife mother grandmother and friend. Always a beautiful smile. - Posted by: Val and Keith Johnson (Friend) on: Oct 03, 2020
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In the past eleven years at Debonair our friendship with Lynn has included many cups of tea, happy hours, Bomber games and more wonderful meals than I can count. Long talks were her speciality where she got to know and love us and our extended family! Only because we come from out of province, She didn’t know anyone we knew or attend the same high school. She will be greatly missed by us both. Such a true friend! - Posted by: Glen & Brenda Anderson (Friends ) on: Oct 03, 2020
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Lynn was our neighbour up the hill at Big Whiteshell Lake. Many fabulous turkey dinners ( Lynn made the best turkey hands down) were held, but our shared love of Pea Meal Bacon was a tradition at Easter. So Easter morning I would cook up a batch and send our son Daniel down the hill and knock on the door at breakfast and present them with Pea Meal Bacon, it always brought a smile and a laugh to Lynn’s face. Such a great lady, we will treasure many fond memories. - Posted by: Aldo and Donna Papetti (friend) on: Oct 03, 2020
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We are deeply sorry to hear of the passing of Lynn. She was a beautiful woman inside and out. Us Banks gals referred to Lynn as another one of our "sisters". She will be missed by all. Our deepest condolences to Jim and Family. - Posted by: Eleanor and Ken Razmus (nee Banks) (Family Friend) on: Oct 03, 2020
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Dear Jim, Kelli, Kevin and families.. I am so saddened to read of Lynn’s recent passing....Her passing will definitely leave a huge VOID in many, many lives but especially in her family...All that was said in her obituary captured her to a tee....Lynn was the most genuine, honest, sincere and the most beautiful lady I have ever met.......Heaven has truly gained the MOST beautiful angel!!!!! Rest In Peace, Lynn... Betty and Ernie Dmytriw and family - Posted by: Betty Dmytriw (Friend) on: Oct 03, 2020
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What a beautiful and fitting obituary. Lynn’s smile and bubbly personality was infectious. RIP sweet Lynn. Our deepest condolences to Jim and family. - Posted by: Carol and Rick Crawford (Family friends ) on: Oct 03, 2020