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ANNE GINGERA
Date of Passing: May 09, 2025
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ANNE GINGERA
Surrounded by her family, Anne passed away in the evening of May 9, 2025, at 93 years of age. Anne was predeceased by her beloved husband of 61 years, Steve; her parents, Nick and Barbara Manaichuk; her in-laws, Bill and Helen Gingera; her brother and sister-in-law, Adam and Marge McCarthur; her brothers, Bill and Allan; her sister and brother-in-law, Stella and Hellar Hrechka; and her sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Mike and Marie Gingera and Margaret and Larry Chudyk. She is survived by her four adoring daughters, Dori (Paul Beauchemin), Donna (Aaron Masson), Laurie (Gerry Hector), and Carole (Lawrence Kowalchuk); her four admiring grandchildren, Emily (Tim Zahavich), Olivia (Graham Stephens), Andrew (Natasha Klassen), and Nicholas; her great-grandson, Charlie; many nieces and nephews; and dear friends, including Linda Kachur and Shirley Gingera.
Anne was born and raised on a farm near Garland, Manitoba. Growing up on the farm was a formative experience that shaped Anne's work ethic, values, and sense of humour, and we relished hearing stories about her childhood. Encouraged by her parents, she undertook great efforts to receive a robust education: from the age of five, she walked a mile and a half every day to attend Zalicia School and then moved away from home as a teenager to complete high school in Ethelbert and at St. Andrew's College in Winnipeg. She then attended the Manitoba Normal School in Winnipeg and embarked upon a rural teaching career of her own; in particular, she spent 5 years teaching at Asquith School in Pulp River, Manitoba.
She met Steve on Valentine's Day in 1947, and they married in October 1952. Theirs was a marriage full of humour, creativity, and the pursuit of shared dreams. In addition to spending years on a farm of their own, Anne and Steve spent time in Pulp River, Pine River, Rorketon, and The Pas while raising their 4 girls. They settled in McCreary for 40 years, where Anne served as a dedicated volunteer and active community member, and then made the move to Dauphin to live out their later years. However, their beloved cabin on Manipogo Beach served as home during the summer months, where they fished voraciously, hosted graciously, and played cards well into every night. Though she was modest about her own abilities, Anne's talent and generosity as a cook was legendary amongst our family and friends; until well into her 90s, she expressed her love through the quality and quantity of food that came out of her kitchen. Her traditional Ukrainian dishes remain iconic amongst all of us who were lucky guests at Anne's table. Her other gifts were manifold, too – she was an adept sewist, gardener, quilter, and storyteller. Anne was gentle-mannered and eschewed the spotlight. She warmly welcomed anyone who showed up at her door with a ready smile and a kind word and was steadfast in her faith. She was also riotously funny, keenly observant, and sharp as a tack. She had a self-deprecating and sly wit that could catch you by surprise; she was a fierce and tireless competitor in card games; she was a playful grandmother and caring friend; she was deeply curious and inquisitive about the world around her, readily picking up new skills, interests, and recipes. It was our great privilege to have known her love for so many years, and we will be sorely missing our Mom, Baba, and Great-Baba in the days ahead.
We remember her with hearts full of admiration, affection, and thanks.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 17, 2025
Condolences & Memories (9 entries)
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The Gingera Family - How blessed you all are to have had such a beautiful mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. Anne was a person with a kind and loving soul. She shared her many gifts with a “joi de vivre”. We all enjoyed the time we spent with Anne. Both of our families had parents who enjoyed each other’s company. They had much in common and loved conversations and crib. Mom enjoyed Anne’s gentle demeanor, but take care of business approach and looked forward to any chance to visit with her. We are all grateful to have known Anne and wish to send our most sincere condolences to you all. Love Marlise, Coco, Michele, Les & Elaine - Posted by: Marlise Beauchemin-Henry (Family friend) on: Jul 04, 2025
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It was a pleasure to have Anne Gingera come into our lives as we sailed through many years of enjoyment with Anne. I cannot imagine hearing anything but complimentary remarks and respectful comments. We had many lively and loving moments as friends through the 4-H & Youth Program over the years when Anne would drop by our office checking in with her very involved 4-H personal family and admired by all who came along the pathway of her life living in the Winnipeg communities. I am comforted in thinking about Anne because I know very well how loved and admired she was by one and all who knew her. I recall only the great love and dedication she shared with all the age groups as she shared her great personality and talents with the many involved with the 4-H and YOUTH programs. She must have been somewhat relieved in knowing that she would be leaving behind her wonderful family and many friends to keep the program healthy and respectful for the many young who would follow in her footsteps. I can well imagine how her family have gathered together to share their many memories of the past years. Thank you dear Anne for sharing young people with love and respect and I know that the name of Anne Gingera will ring out at the upcoming meetings as your memories will be surfacing with your wonderful 4-H Family who will be reviewing the moments of love and respect that you shared over all those past years. My heart is surely feeling the anxieties of your absence while at the same time I am reassured by the admiration and loyalty of your immediate family who have always shared many memories and experiences with us from the past days, hours and years that you shared so much with all reflecting on the amazing past years with the 4-H Program in Manitoba. God will be your comfort now as he has surely gained the presence of a WINNER out there as they have received one of our very most loveable and beloved historical figures to welcome. With thanks and love we now release Ann's' presence to your glory. Thank you for our ANNE GINGERA times here on earth and we will hold those times alive in our hearts. With sincerely & admiration...and great comfort to Anne's family as they are adjusting to the absence on many occasions. I will contribute my tears here in memory of the passing. We are missing you dear Anne.... Sincerely (from Rhoda Collins) Agriculture employee during the Anne Gingera years and blessed to have known Anne during many of the past years of the 4-H & Youth Program in Manitoba. - Posted by: Rhoda Collins (Farewell to a wonderful gifted, respected & admired lady (friend).) on: Jun 03, 2025
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I am so sorry to hear of Aunty Anne’s passing , she always had a warm smile and a mischievous laugh when her and mom got together .. she will be deeply missed. - Posted by: Lisa Dowell(Hrechka) (Neice) on: May 17, 2025
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Our condolences to Dori and the family on the passing of your Mother. - Posted by: Robert and Lynda Wheeler (Friend of Family member) on: May 17, 2025
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Dori, Donna, Laurie, Carole and families … I was sorry to learn of your moms’ passing. Such a beautiful person! Some many wonderful memories of your family, our back lane neighbours, growing up in Rorketon! Thinking of you all…..With hugs & prayers. - Posted by: Marnie Ackerman (Friend) on: May 17, 2025
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Deepest condolences to the Gingera family. Heaven has gained a very classy angel. - Posted by: Karl & Geraldine Stuhm (Friends) on: May 17, 2025
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Sympathy to Dori and the rest of the family. My friend Mary L. really enjoyed working with Dorie and I'm sure her mom was very proud of her family. - Posted by: Isabel Acheson (acquaintance of Dori.) on: May 17, 2025
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Two sisters who loved each other are now together. My fondest memories of Auntie Ann where when we used to visit those rich folk in McCreary. Uncle Steve and Dad playing crib with a bottle usually. Mom and Auntie Ann in the Kitchen whipping up more fantastic meals for all of us. Playing with our cousins till dark on the street (god forbid). I have always cherished those days of our visits to Uncle Steve and Auntie Ann's. I have never seen her mad , just kindness but then I wasn't her son so there was no one really there to test her like I did with her sister. :) Much love to my cousins and Auntie Ann will truly be missed in this world ! - Posted by: Randall W Hrechka (Nephew) on: May 17, 2025
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Dori and family, please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of your dear mother and Baba. I remember meeting your mom on numerous occasions in the office in Winnipeg. Losing a loved one is always difficult, but I hope that all the beautiful memories you have will bring you comfort in the days ahead. Sandra Lytwyn - Posted by: Sandra Lytwyn (Acquaintance) on: May 17, 2025