AGNES LIZA ALICE HUYGHE (VERMEULEN)

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AGNES LIZA ALICE HUYGHE (nee VERMEULEN) Peacefully on March 19, 2001, Agnes Huyghe beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away at the age of 85 at the Golden Door Geriatric Centre. Agnes was predeceased in December, 1999 by her loving husband, Maurice, of 58 years. Left to cherish her memory are her children, Elaine Summers, Ken (Sandra) Huyghe (Calgary) her grandchildren, Stacie (Ryan) Faucher, Debbie and Deanna Huyghe (Victoria) and Evan Huyghe (Calgary) brother-in-law and sister-in-law Andrew and Corinne Huyghe; sister-in-law Irene Vermeulen; godson Roger Lernout; goddaughter Carol Huyghe; and many nieces and nephews. Agnes was predeceased by her parents, Camille and Sylvia Vermeulen; brothers, Constant, Gaston and Marcel; and sister Madeleine Lernout. Mom was born in Winnipeg, MB on August 6, 1915. In 1922 her parents moved the family back to their native Belgium. They returned to Winnipeg in 1924 and owned a farm on Waller Avenue. Mom loved living and working on the farm and she especially loved riding her horse, Neller and playing with her collie, Pandoor. On November 1, 1941, Mom and Dad were married in St. Vital Roman Catholic Church. The newlyweds settled in Fort Garry and lived there their entire married life. She was a wonderful wife and mother and her husband and family were always her first priority. Mom took pride in her home and garden and loved crocheting and making clothes for her daughter and granddaughters. Mom was an active member of the St. Vital Parish Catholic Womens League and the Manahan Social Club. Mom and Dad loved to travel and enjoyed the many trips they took over the years, especially those to Hawaii, the Caribbean and Europe. Many thanks to the healthcare workers Edie and Anna, whose help allowed Mom to return home following her initial hospitalization. Special thanks to the wonderful caring staff of the Golden Door Geriatric Centre where Mom spent her final months. Mom, you were the most loving and generous mother and grandmother anyone could ask for. Thank you, Mom, for being there when we needed you, sharing our laughter and our tears, and for being our best friend. We will miss you and remember you always. May you join Dad in the arms of God for all eternity. We love you. Prayers led by family friend Rev. John Wortley will be held Thursday, March 22 at 7:00 p.m. in the Leatherdale Gardiner Funeral Chapel, 1501 Waverley St. Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, March 23 at St. Vital Roman Catholic Church, 1629 Pembina Hwy. at 1:00 p.m., with Rev. Dr. Patrick A. Morand officiating. Interment will take place on Monday, March 26 at 1:00 p.m. at St. Vital Parish Cemetery, 826 Crescent Dr. If friends so desire, donations may be made in Agness memory to CancerCare Manitoba Foundation, 100 Olivia St., Winnipeg, MB R3E 0V9, or to any Catholic charities. LEATHERDALE GARDINER 1501 Waverley Street 949-4860

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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Mar 22, 2001