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MARY (MICKEY) CHATTERLEY
Born: Sep 05, 1935
Date of Passing: Mar 23, 2022
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MARY (MICKEY) CHATTERLEY
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Mickey Chatterley of White Rock, BC. Mickey passed away on Wednesday, March 23, 2022, in the Melville Hospice Home at the age of 86.
Mickey was born September 5, 1935 in Roblin, Manitoba, to parents Mike and Mary Baranoski. For those who knew Mickey, she was a beautiful petite woman, always fashionably dressed and looking like a million dollars for all her 86 years. In December of 2020 Mickey was diagnosed with cancer, and as she had all her life, Mickey did not accept that she had limits. Cancer robs us of time, of memories, and while we do not know where she stored her courage, Mickey battled cancer like the champion she always was. In our grief we remember that Mom lived a life of purpose and joy and set an example for all of us to follow. Mothers are the people who know us best and love us most. Mickey was that mom, grandmother, and great-grandmother. We discovered over time with Mom that nothing was lost until she could not find it. Mom, we love you every day and we will miss you every day.
Mickey left home to find work at a young age, demonstrating early her determination to show the world she had the strength and courage to create a life of value filled with family and love. At 15 Mickey went to work in Roblin, Manitoba, moving to Norquay, Saskatchewan and then to Portage La Prairie, where in 1955 she met Albert Chatterley. Mickey and Albert were married on September 22, 1956. As she stated many times, her life was blessed when, at the age of 20, she met her first and only love Albert. Mickey was his beloved wife of 63 years before his death in 2020.
Mickey leaves to mourn two sons, Dwight (wife Jo-Ann), Derek (wife Vicki), daughter Colleen Humphries (husband, the late Patrick), grandchildren, Jade, (husband Andrew), Brock, Wesley (fiancé Stephanie), Kyle, Sam, and great-grandsons, Jaxson and Hunter. Mickey also leaves behind three sisters, Helen Schwab, Marge McConnel, Anne McNeil, brothers, Mike Baranoski, John Baranoski, her sisters-in-law, Isabel McDonald and Edna Hilts, brother-in-law Wes Chatterley, as well as many nieces, nephews and close friends. Mickey was predeceased by her parents, brothers, Pete and Bill Baranoski, and sister Sophie Stellard.
Mickey and Albert raised their family in Winnipeg, Manitoba, creating a life full of memories and friendships. Mickey set high expectations, raising her family to be respectful, hard-working and to have the moral compass that she did. Professionally Mickey worked for the Portage Creamery in Portage La Prairie before moving to Winnipeg, where she worked for 11 years with a company specializing in wigs and cosmetics. However, it was when Mickey went to work for Estee Lauder Cosmetics that she found her passion and she stayed with Estee Lauder for 29 years. Upon Albert's retirement in 1997 they moved West and became residents of White Rock, BC and Mickey continued to work with Estee Lauder until her own retirement after the age of 70.
Mickey loved her family, grandchildren and great-grandchildren and would be at every concert, sporting, and school event. Mickey also developed a love of hockey, first demonstrated as she watched her sons play while standing on top of snowbanks in freezing Winnipeg winter weather. Since moving to White Rock, she could be found watching her grandsons play minor and junior hockey. Albert and Mickey went to all their games, cheering them and the team on, giving encouragement and the occasional coaching tip. When not at a game, Albert and Mickey loved watching their Vancouver Canucks on TV.
Our family offers heartfelt thanks for the care and attention by the doctors, nurses and technicians at BC Cancer, Fraser Valley Centre, particularly Dr. Noonan and Dr. Zhao, her family physicians, Dr. Benitez-Gomez, and Dr. Ravi Beri. Mickey's family would also like to acknowledge and thank the wonderful staff at Melville Hospice Home, who helped make Mickey's final journey one of peace. At this time, in lieu of flowers, kindly consider a donation to the BC Cancer Foundation.
A Celebration of Life will be held later in White Rock, BC, and Portage La Prairie, Manitoba this summer.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 02, 2022
Condolences & Memories (8 entries)
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I first met Mickey when I worked at The Bay, Unicity in Management in early 1980s. I remember being so impressed by her abilities in customer service. She was a pleasure to watch her in action as she was a truly skilled salesperson/cosmetician. Years later, I accepted a new job as the Account Executive for the Estee Lauder Corporation overseeing all retailers (The Bay, Eaton's, Sears and Holt Renfrew). I am not exaggerating in saying she was one of the top producing Beauty Advisors through-out my 10 year career with Estee Lauder with over 100 staff members in that time span. She coined the saying "I see an angel coming" meaning she could tell whom she would be able to sell a prestige item such as a pure perfume or gold powder compact. We all marvelled as we watched her technique, skill and grace in making a large sale and creating a new friend who would become a repeat customer for years. She knew how to build relationships and friendships throughout her Estee Lauder career. Mickey left large shoes to fill when she and her husband moved to BC. We were happy for her but missed her very much. She was a legend and we employed her skills/techniques as examples when developing/training the Beauty Advisors in our territory for years to come. My condolences to the whole family as Mickey was very, very special indeed. May her sweet memory be eternal. - Posted by: Nancy Vardalos Ginakes (Coworker and Friend) on: Apr 12, 2022
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Our condolences to Colleen, Dwight, Derek and families on the loss of this wonderful lady. Dave and I had many fun times with Mickey and Albert - they were real people with down to earth values. When I last spoke to Mickey in January, she was very upbeat and spoke of her prognosis and treatment with courage and determination. I admired her for this. The write up on her life and tenacity is stated beautifully. Hope to see you all at the Portage la Prairie Celebration of Life. - Posted by: Shirley and Dave Edmonds (friends) on: Apr 03, 2022
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Dwight, Derek, and Colleen: Condolences to you and your families. Our parents were such good friends, neighbors, and supporters of our community club. We also remember your father's sense of humour and your mom's stylish flair. Your family was always giving and supporting towards our family. We appreciated your parents and the three of you Milinkovic Family - Posted by: Milinkovic Family (friends) on: Apr 03, 2022
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You shared your love your pain is over, So carry on her family and friends till you see her again, Peace be with you all. - Posted by: Joyce Lancaster (son Derek;s friend Garth sister Joyce) on: Apr 02, 2022
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Mickey and Albert were an inspiration to us both. She will be greatly missed as Albert. Love and prayers to the family. - Posted by: Steve and Doreen Cook (Friend) on: Apr 02, 2022
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So sorry to read the loss of your Mother, Colleen, I know you where close to her, and will miss her dearly - Posted by: Carmen Erickson (friend) on: Apr 02, 2022
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We our saddened to learn of the loss of your Mother and wish to extend our deepest condolences to your family. Undoutedly Mickey was the family leader, who after working long and late hours came home to Ab and her families friends in the kitchen, she then would jump into the moment and started feeding us all. Nothing was ever a problem for her, always encouraging her family to do the best and always be their best. Mickey we will miss you Rest In Peace. - Posted by: Jim & Cindy (Family Friend) on: Apr 02, 2022
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I am so sad to learn that Mickey passed away. As mentioned in the article Mickey was always beautifuĺy dressed and made up. She was an extremely outgoing woman with a great personality. I always loved seeing her when I visited the store at Unicity, on behalf of Estee Lauder. Your family will certainly miss her as I'm sure all her friends and neighbours will. Sincerely, Michelle Thompson - Posted by: Michelle Thompson (Associate at Estee Lauder) on: Apr 02, 2022