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MARLENE KROEKER
Born: Dec 08, 1948
Date of Passing: Aug 24, 2022
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MARLENE KROEKER
1948 - 2022
With sad hearts and wonderful memories, Marlene's family announces her passing. After many years of struggling with chronic lung disease Marlene left us on Wednesday, August 24, 2022. Her passing was quick, and she was with her family in her last moments.
Left to mourn her passing are her four children, Melanie MacIver (David), Donovan Kroeker (Shannon), Aaron Kroeker (Lindsey Davidson), and Rachael Kroeker (Dave McMillan); sister Carol Pullano (Richard); grandchildren, Zoe and Finley Kroeker, Chloe and Aria MacIver, Henry Kroeker; and loyal canine companion Elvie. She was predeceased by her parents, William and Iona Varey, and in-laws, Jake and Annie Kroeker.
Marlene was born on December 8, 1948 in Winnipeg, Manitoba. She lived in St. Vital her whole life. After high school Marlene completed her registered nursing training, where she met some of her lifelong best friends. She worked for many years at the St. Boniface Hospital, primarily in the maternity ward caring for newborn and premature babies.
Eldon and Marlene met in January 1970, and were married June 30, 1972. They lived a full life together raising four children and spending summers at the family cabin at Booster Lake. Eldon passed away October 2019, and was dearly missed. Marlene thought of him every day, and never fully recovered from his passing.
Marlene lived for family get-togethers at the cabin, and then later in Gimli, where she made beautiful memories with her children and grandchildren. Family was the top priority for Marlene, who would do anything to spend time with her five grandchildren. Marlene loved to be outside in her garden, and managed to fill her patio garden with an incredible number of planters and bird feeders. She was an avid reader, and especially treasured the relationships with her book club ladies. One of her favourite quotes from Cicero is "Anyone who has a book collection and a garden wants for nothing".
The family would like to thank the wonderful nurses that administered IV's to Marlene at home, her dedicated doctors, the IVIG nursing team, and a special thanks to Charlotte who provided exceptional care for Marlene and family over many years.
Donations in Marlene's memory to the Winnipeg Public Library would be gratefully appreciated.
https://wpl.winnipeg.ca/library/pdfs/downloadables/DonationBrochure.pdf
A Celebration of Life for Marlene will be held on Friday, September 2 at 11:00 a.m. at Meadowood United Church, 1111 Dakota Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba.
Messages can be sent to marlenekroeker2022@gmail.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Aug 27, 2022
Condolences & Memories (4 entries)
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Very sorry to hear of the passing of Marlene. I worked with Marlene for a number of years on 8A, pediatrics and kept in touch with her at times over the years, visiting at their cottage and home. She was a dedicated nurse and loved her paediatric patients, caring for them with tenderness, advocacy and skill. She loved her children and grandchildren and was so proud of her children's accomplishments. We shared a love of dogs, and reading, although she far surpassed me in the books. She told me how much she missed Eldon, her best friend. My thoughts and prayers to her family. - Posted by: Eileen (co-worker and friend) on: Sep 03, 2022
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So sorry to hear of the passing of Marlene. She and Eldon were wonderful neighbors and we enjoyed many chats with them for the years there lived beside us, and think of them often. Sending prayers to you and your family during this difficult time. - Posted by: Charla Eby and Scott Hitchings (Neighbor) on: Aug 31, 2022
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So sorry to hear of the loss of your mother, grandmother and sister. May it bring you some peace that your mom and dad are together. When ever we met she spoke so proudly of her children and especially her grandchildren. May the memories she made with you bring you comfort at this very difficult time. Carol I can only imagine how difficult it is for you to lose your sister. Love never dies. Love Joan and Doug - Posted by: Joan and Doug Carter (Friend) on: Aug 30, 2022
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Our heartfelt condolences. Your mom was a fiercely proud mother. Such a kind and generous person. She and your father raised an incredible family. Why our son is named after one of their boys - Posted by: Carol Noyes (Long) on: Aug 28, 2022