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SHIRLEY EILEEN ANS
It is with great sadness that the family of Shirley Eileen Ans announces her passing on May 31, 2023, in Winnipeg, Manitoba.
Shirley was born on October 3, 1928 near Winnipeg into two pioneering families, the Hedges and the Isbisters, and grew up in what is now the St. Charles and Charleswood areas. She excelled at school and pursued a university education through scholarships until her marriage in 1948.
Shirley loved to dance and would square dance, round dance, or just move to music that only she may be hearing. She was rarely still for any length of time and if she was sitting then she would knit beautiful garments, do intricate needle-point pieces or work on completing crossword puzzles (in ink).
She will be remembered by her children, Randy (Cyrena), Cheryl (Bob), Brad (Sharon), and Grant (Colette); her grandchildren, Jody, Kendra, Kailee, Delaney; two stepgrandchildren, Charlotte, Paul; and two great-grandchildren, Dax and Genevieve. She is survived by sisters, Shannon and Sherry; and brother Arnold. She was predeceased by her parents, Charles Hedges and Anne Morrissette; her brother Neville; her husband of 67 years Norman; and their daughter Beverly (Nevio).
A sincere thanks to Bob, (son number 4), Brett and Linda for not only their long AA relationship, but for their friendship and assistance during the last few years.
A Celebration of Life will be held for immediate family at a later date.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jun 17, 2023
Condolences & Memories (10 entries)
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Wow Mom it's been 2 years since you passed i still think about you all everyday Thank You for being the best Mom I could have ever been lucky enough to have Love Brad and Girls - Posted by: Brad Ans (Son) on: May 31, 2025
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From almost nowhere at all, I suddenly thought of you all today. I have a lot of memories from years gone by, and I am so terribly sad to hear of your passing in 2023, and Norm's passing in 2016. Baxter is also a cherished memory. You are both a part of my youth, my memories and so much more, and I will not ever forget anyone in the family as you all meant so much to me. I love the memories posted by everyone. Brad & Kendra have many posted - which is wonderful. My times with your family have become a memory, but please know that they are CHERISHED memories! - Posted by: Daphne Nelson (Long-Ago Ex-Girlfriend of Son) on: Apr 06, 2025
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Mom make sure you give Dad an extra hug today I sure miss you both so much I don't think the feeling will ever go away love you both so very much sending you big hugs to you both and Bev sure don't know we where the years go love you all Brad - Posted by: Brad Ans (Son) on: Feb 07, 2025
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Mom, it's been 1 year of missing you everyday. I think about so many times when I want to pick up the phone just to say I love you sending big Hugs to Bev and Dad And you Mom we love you RIP BRAD and the Girls they sure miss there Momma - Posted by: Brad Ans (Som) on: May 31, 2024
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Mom it's the first Christmas without you. The Girls and u were thinking we're sure going to miss you more that day a little more than we miss you everyday. I miss you Mom and just wanted to say Merry Christmas Mom, sending Dad and Bev great big hugs, we Miss you all so much, Love you all to the Moon and Back. Brad and Girls. - Posted by: Brad Ans (Son ) on: Dec 20, 2023
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It was great getting to know you. You were a wonderful person and had a great loving heart. I will miss you. May God bless your soul. Love Angela - Posted by: Angela (Friend) on: Jul 10, 2023
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Mom it just seems like I still want to pick up the phone or visit its hard to believe how much the girls and miss out Sunday visits we love you Mom sending you and Dad and Bev a great big hug from all of us love you All Brad - Posted by: Brad Ans (Som) on: Jul 06, 2023
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I will miss you so much my friend. Thanks so much for your kindness. You were there for me when I needed your help so much. - Posted by: Brett (Friend) on: Jun 20, 2023
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Shirley was an incredible woman and I’m grateful for the time that I got to spend with her. She always had a kind word for those who needed it but she also taught me not to tolerate too many shenanigans and I’ll always appreciate that type of wisdom that she gave me. My love and warm thoughts go to all who will miss her. - Posted by: Breana (Friend) on: Jun 17, 2023
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Shirley always had a lot of great advice for the newcomers. Just don’t drink and go to a lot of meetings and keep coming back In her so gentle and loving manner - Posted by: Wayne P (AA friend ) on: Jun 17, 2023