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SHARON GAYLE GURALNICK (SECTER)
Date of Passing: Oct 26, 2020
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SHARON GAYLE GURALNICK
(nee SECTER)
Born in Winnipeg, Canada on December 6, 1949 to Joseph and Gwendolyn Secter, Sharon is survived by Sam, her loving husband of 52 years, children, Michael (Rebecca) of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Jason (Kerri) of Winnipeg, and Melanie Finkleman (Benjie) of Vancouver. Sharon will be especially missed by her seven grandsons: Josh, Miles, Seth, Gabriel, Max, Jack and Leo. Being a wife, mother and Nana were Sharon's greatest pleasures.
Sharon grew up in the south end of Winnipeg, as baby sister to Mondo, David (Patrick) and Harvey (Sandra). She adored her nephews and niece, Alan Secter, Joel Secter and Beth Paul Steinberg and their families, and was especially close to her aunt Lillian Feinstein (Lloyd). At the time of Sharon's passing, she and Sam were enjoying retirement in Sidney, BC.
Sharon will forever be remembered for her love, friendship, loyalty, supportive nature, and sympathetic ear. She had an infectious laugh that would brighten up a room - as would her hair. A lover of horses, fashion, Hollywood, and the latest apps and games, her youthful appearance was matched by her youthful spirit that would always lift up the people around her.
Graveside services were held at the Shaarey Zedek Cemetery in Winnipeg on October 30, 2020, and shiva was observed privately by the family.
Sharon, Nana, Mom, we will miss you and hold you in our hearts forever!
The family is especially appreciative of the nurses and doctors at St. Paul's Hospital Palliative Care Unit in Vancouver for their compassionate caregiving.
Memorial donations in Sharon's honour would be greatly appreciated to any of the following three organizations: St. Paul's Foundation, Vancouver (specify Sharon Guralnick nursing scholarship) https://helpstpauls.com/donate; Gwen Secter Creative Living Centre, Winnipeg https://www.gwensecter.com/donate; or Pancreatic Cancer Canada https://pancreaticcancercanada.ca/ways-to-give/
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 07, 2020
Condolences & Memories (6 entries)
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Dear Family, I am so sorry for your loss. - Posted by: Alex Kalman (Cousin) on: May 07, 2023
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My very deepest sympathy to the Guralnick’s and their extended family for their tragic and sudden loss. Sharon sounded like a very special and interesting person. I know how difficult it is to say goodbye to a deeply loved one even if doing so eases their loved ones pain and suffering. That loss is nevertheless profound and hard to overcome. Together, may your family bond over the fond memories and love you shared for her. Sincerely, Hilde Dippel Froedtert & MCW MA for Dr Michael Guralnick - Posted by: Hilde Dippel (Medical Assistant for Michael Guralnick, MD.) on: Nov 16, 2020
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I send my condolences to you and your family, may God guide your hearts. I pray that your hearts be lifted from grief & sadness and filled with nothing but love, happiness & wonderful memories of your loved one(s). - Posted by: Isis (co-worker) on: Nov 16, 2020
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I was so sorry to hear about the passing of Sharon. I send my prayers and condolences to the family. - Posted by: Dan Repeta (Pool Maintenance) on: Nov 14, 2020
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I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Dr. Mike's Mom, Although I never had a chance to meet her, I know that she must have been an amazing person to raise such a wonderful son. May she rest in peace. - Posted by: Rochelle Voss (Co-Worker/friend of Mike) on: Nov 13, 2020
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So very sorry to hear of Sharon’s early passing. I had the pleasure of getting to know Sharon the last number of years. She was always a Lady and I respected that. Thank you for being in my life and Rest In Peace. - Posted by: Murray nagler Constance Vincent (Friend) on: Nov 07, 2020