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MARIE PULL
On October 13, 2026 our fluffy, funny, thought we were “the best kids” mom passed away. She is survived by her husband of 68 years, Edward. She had four “great kids” who will miss her terribly, Michele - the prettiest baby - Klassen (Jake), Michael - the airplane mechanic - Pull (Michele), Mark - the best looking guy in Winnipeg - Pull (Pamela) and Dawn - “my baby” - Chaulk (Jamie).
Mom was so proud to be a grandma to Ainsley, Brock, Matthew, Brittnee, Nolan, Kiera, Jonah and Connor. She also held the title of great-grandma to her “muffins,” Ellaina, Miles, Sawyer, Emery, a new baby coming in 2027 and Mason. They were her beautiful grandbabies, all of them.
Marie will be fondly remembered by her best friend since grade six, Bev Grabowecky.
Mom was one of the faces that greeted you at Rougeau Plaza Medical Centre until she retired at 72. Right up to the end, she referred to Dr. Fred Olynyk and Dr. Allen Kimelman, Tammy, Ellen and Ruth as a great group to work with. Marie, loved them and all of “her” patients.
We are overwhelmed with gratitude for the exceptional care given to our mom from home care. Because of their support, mom was able to stay in her own home with our dad. Thank you for being there for our parents. We appreciate everything you do!
We could go on and on about our mom. 87 years is a long life that was well lived with many stories. Some things we think of when we think of her are: Toni home perms, perogies, cinnamon buns, “spins” in the Oldsmobile, sunflower seeds, knitting / unknitting, big blue 80s eye glasses, blue eyeshadow and bright pink lipstick, sample acne treatments, medical tape for hockey sticks, leotards, peanut butter bread and hot chocolate breakfasts, mystery baking with a note on how they are best eaten, return address stickers, letters with coupons or newspaper clippings enclosed, birthday cards, “wonderful” sons and daughters-in-law, oversized purses, raw in the middle pancakes, perfect hair, homemade clothing, Family Feud, Jeopardy, Wheel of Fortune, Y & R, Dallas, Knots Landing, Lawrence Welk, The Price is Right, Nora Roberts, Maeve Binchy, solitaire, Sylvia Kuzyk, Youth Dew, Ombré Rose, Liquorice Allsorts, Bridge Mixture, Clorets, and Halls no sugar cough candies.
In mom‘s words, “When I’m gone, I’m gone.” Cremation has taken place (we made sure she had her big purse and her teeth!) and her immediate family got together for Chinese food because that’s what she loved the most; being with her kids. If you would like to honour her memory throw on a nightgown and housecoat, make a big bowl of popcorn with butter and black pepper then watch a couple episodes of The Price is Right or The Young and the Restless.
Us daughters want to thank our brothers for showing up when we needed them the most. We can’t rave enough about your help (we ARE Marie’s after all).
Thanks also to mom’s baby sister Nancy who has helped our dad navigate this new phase in his life.
Thanks to MacKenzie Funeral Home for helping us to end mom’s story.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 17, 2026
Condolences & Memories (8 entries)
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So sorry to hear about the passing of your mom. I will always have fond memories of time spent with your mom and family when we made trips up to Canada. Her perogies were the best. Condolences from the Murphy family in California. - Posted by: P.J. Murphy (Cousin) on: Oct 28, 2026
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I will miss Marie's smile and giggle. I was only privileged to know Marie & Sir for a couple of years. Marie will always have a place in my heart. She spoke and bragged about all of you. - Posted by: Naomi Desender (Friend) on: Oct 25, 2026
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We are sure saddened beyond words at your heartbreaking loss. Your Mom/grandma was so good to us over so many years. We treasure the memory of her voice, laugh, storytelling, mailed cards and notes, knitted treasures, and so much more, not to mention her mastery of working at Rougeau Medical Plaza. We wish there was some way we could take away the pain you feel. Warm hugs! - Posted by: Allen & Jay (Friends) on: Oct 23, 2026
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Though we lived far away we thought often of Marie and her family. I, Bev, talked with her on occasion and was happy with the memories. She was always happy with life and her family and was always pleased to talk about them. Don and I want to wish Ed and the family our sincere condolences and best wishes. - Posted by: Don and Bev Lauder(Grantham) (Old Friends) on: Oct 22, 2026
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Michelle, Dawn & family, my sincerest condolences on the loss of your mom. She certainly was a special lady! Hugs! - Posted by: Sandy McIvor (Friend) on: Oct 18, 2026
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Dear Michelle and families so very sorry to hear about your Mothers passing! May the memories of her ease the pain you feel Big Hugs!! - Posted by: Laurel Anderson (Friend) on: Oct 18, 2026
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Condolences to the family and to my uncle Ted Pull. - Posted by: Guy Glesby (Family other side) on: Oct 17, 2026
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My sincere condolences to Ed and families. I remember Marie as the bright light in the basement medical clinic at Stonewall Hospital when I was a kid. Marie and Mrs. Lillies were always so kind and pleasant and made adults and kids feel at ease before seeing the doctors. In later years whenever I did see her, she always knew who I was. Even though our paths didn't cross much over the years, I would always see her in my mind when I passed the house. Rest peacefully Marie. - Posted by: Wendy Olson (Acquaintance) on: Oct 17, 2026