EDITH (IRENE) JOSEFCHUK (nee GEORGET)

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EDITH "IRENE" JOSEFCHUK (nee GEORGET) On July 20, 2002 at the Selkirk General Hospital, with her family by her side, Irene passed away after a courageous battle with cancer. Her indomitable spirit will always be with us and she will remain an integral and dynamic part of our lives forever. She leaves to mourn her passing, her loving and devoted husband Carl; her son Ryan (Barb Penwarden) daugther Sharla (Ken Kemkaran) and her one and only grandchild Joshua, whom she loved with all her heart. Also left to mourn her passing is her brother Dave Georget (Blodwin), all who called her "Auntie" and numerous friends. She was predeceased by her mother Jessie Georget in 1989 and her father Everett Georget in 1996. Irene was born on September 25, 1942, was raised and went to school in Selkirk, MB. She met her future husband Carl in 1962 and they married on February 16, 1963. She was an active sports enthusiast who excelled at curling and bowling, winning many awards and trophies. She remained an active member of the Selkirk Bowling Centre until illness forced her to retire from a sport she loved. Irene had a love for animals that will not be surpassed, especially for her dogs and cats. One of her proudest moments was the birth of her grandson in May of 2001 and she cherished every moment she spent with him. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, July 25 at 2:00 p.m. in the St. Clements Anglican Church, with Rev. Godfrey Mawejje officiating. Interment of ashes to follow in the Churchyard Cemetery. The family wishes to extend their sincere thanks to Dr. Demsas, Dr. Dupreez and Dr. Harris. They would also like to acknowledge the wonderful care from Jennifer, Jeanine, Sandra, Trudy, Janice, Heather, Tracy, Lynn, Sam, Bev, Heidi, Diane, Michelle and may others whose names fail us. Do not be angry because I have gone and left you all alone. Do not be angry about the things that we have left undone. The future plans, the dreams we had but do not be too sad. Think instead of things we did and the joys we shared. Do not grieve because I have gone and left you all alone. God wanted me, I answered the call. He felt my work was done. Lift up your hearts, let your voices ring about love and understanding. Through you my life goes on, forever, and never ending. Flowers are gratefully declined. If so desired donations may be made to the charity of ones choice. Gilbart Funeral Home, Selkirk, in care of arrangements.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 22, 2002