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EVELYNE MARIETTE GEORGETTE GRENIER

Born: Oct 23, 1924

Date of Passing: Jul 01, 2003

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EVELYNE MARIETTE GEORGETTE GRENIER It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of our dear mother, memere, sister, aunt, and friend, Evelyne Mariette Georgette Grenier (nee Labossiere) on Tuesday, July 1, 2003 at the St. Boniface General Hospital. Mom was born on October 23, 1924 in St. Leon, MB. Mom was predeceased by her father Adolphis in 1960, her mother Alice Pinette in 1980, father-in-law Louis in 1962 and mother-in-law Albertine Dionne in 1922, her husband Jean in 1988, granddaughter Tara Grenier in 1977, son Donald in 1996, and son-in-law Gordon Burnell in 1997; sisters and brothers: Isabelle DHoore, Romeo Labossiere, Theodore Labossiere, Germaine Tymchuk; in-laws: Camiel DHoore, Albert Labossiere, Joseph Deschenes, Alphonse Mestdagh, George Bercier, John Tymchuk, Doreen Labossiere, Emma and Agenor Gendron, Marie-Berthe and George Guilleminot, Marie-Paul Dubois, Rene Dubois; nephews: Leo Gendron, Guy Guilleminot, Darcy Labossiere; and niece Vicky Bercier. Mom is survived by her children: Alice (Calvin) Eckert, Albertine (Tony) Pawluk, Simone Burnell, Isabelle (Arnold) Eckert, Lorraine Hill, Jeanne Boissoneault, Paul (Joanne) Grenier, Denis (Pauline) Grenier; daughter-in-law Dorothy (Ted) Pott; grandchildren: Coreen (Ken) Nickel, Kerry (Lolo) Eckert, Kendra (Jeff) Ross, Ryan Eckert, Gina Pawluk, Phyllis (Daren) Chapko, Wayne Pawluk (Erica Neufeld), Lori (Larry) Fiola, Sheri (Steven) Rooke, Jean (Dawn) Grenier, Robyn Bourrier, Evelyne (Matt) Parsons, Oscar Burnell (Jana Bowles), Donald Burnell, Keith Eckert (Nicki Fillion), Kelly Eckert, Tammy (Marcel) Ouellet, Roxane Wiebe, Renee Hill, Dan Boissoneault (Tara Evans), Dean Grenier, Jennifer Grenier (Chad Lock), Skie McCarthy, Julie Duncan; great-grandchildren: Christopher, Payton, Ethan, Triston, Makayla, Tyler, Joanna, Mathew, Adrian, Taylor, Tanner, Nicolas, Samantha, Reece, Alyssa, Dylan, Alex, Cole, Kaitlynd, Zachary, Ashley, Vanessa, Kira, Austin, Chase; her brothers and sisters: Angele Deschenes, Lucienne Labossiere, Denise Mestdagh, Hilda Bercier, Andre (Gilberte) Labossiere, Denis (Germaine) Labossiere, Elodie (Camille) Vandespiegle, Sylvia Labossiere, Adelard (Denise) Labossiere, Yolande Derkson; her aunt Germaine Pelissier; and many nieces and nephews. With pride and joy, we celebrate Moms life with you. Moms deep faith in God and strong convictions sustained her throughout her life. Since the young age of 12, Mom had worked at various jobs: homemaker/helper, kitchen helper at St. Boniface Sanatorium (St. Amant Centre), support worker for The City of Winnipeg, and receptionist at The Club Laverendrye (Mom and Dads second home). However what Mom devoted her life to were being a wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunty and friend. Her greatest passion was family. Mom was a woman of many talents. She was an avid bowler (her accomplishments in bowling are validated by the number of trophies she won), bingo player and musician. Her beautiful knitted creations were works of art; her baby shawls are considered heirlooms. She was a wonderful cook and baker. Everyone loved her matrimonial cake, homemade bread and soup - all made with love. If you came to visit, you had to play cards and watch her soaps, both of which she loved. She was very knowledgeable and had great insight about current world events, in spite of the fact that one of her references was the National Enquirer. Mom had an open-door policy for family and friends, who werent allowed to leave without being fed and hugged. She was a warm, loving, caring, giving and compassionate person, who had always been there in time of need. She was a great friend and teacher, and everyone who knew her, loved her. Even the neighbourhood friends on Hebert Street called her Memere. During her long and courageous battle with cancer, Mom suffered greatly, but was always more concerned about others than she was about herself. We love you and will miss you. Memere - We, your grandchildren give you thanks for all that youve given to us by being you and for the unconditional love which you have given us. Thank you for your spirit of generosity, your commitment and loyalty to family, your kindness, and your sense of fun and spontaneity. Most of all, we will take with us our love for you forever. Thank you also for instilling in us a strong sense of family which we will continue to pass down to our children. Mom is a gentle word, a caring friend, and a source of love that has no end. Viewing will take place at 12:30 p.m. followed by the Mass of the Resurrection at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 5, from Saint-Bernadettes Parish, 820 Cottonwood Rd., with Fr. Fred Olds presiding. Interment will follow at Green Acres Memorial Gardens. We would like to thank the staff at the St. Boniface General Hospital, Winnipeg Regional Health Authority, and the home care support system who helped to look after Mom. Special thanks from Mom and her family, for all the prayers and support of family and friends. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or to the Palliative Care Program at the St. Boniface General Hospital. The Desjardins Funeral Chapel in care of arrangements, 233-4949, or toll free at 1-888-233-4949.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 04, 2003

Condolences & Memories (16 entries)

  • Missing you always. Love Jeanne - Posted by: Jeanne Boissoneault (Daughter) on: Jun 30, 2025

  • Hi Mom, I can't believe today, July 1st is your 20th year anniversary of your passing. I miss you today, tomorrow and always. Love your daughter Jeanne - Posted by: Jeanne Boissoneault (daughter) on: Jul 01, 2023

  • Hi Mom - I can’t believe that it’s already 19 years since you’re gone - I miss your voice, your face and your laughter. I Love and miss you so much- say Hi to Dad for me. Love always -your daughter Jeanne - Posted by: Jeanne Boissoneault (Daughter) on: Jun 30, 2022

  • Hi Mom, Woke up today thinking about you and missing you so much. Wow!!! your great-daughter Kira is now 18 years old and graduated. Your great grandson, Van just turned 11. Dan is doing great at his job with Mark. Tara is now crocheting and made me a couple of beautiful colorful pieces. I am doing fine; however, I miss our talks and your advice. Say Hi to Dad and our other Loved Ones who are in Heaven with you. Love You in our yesterdays, today and always. Love Jeanne (your daughter) - Posted by: Jeanne Boissoneault (daughter) on: Jul 01, 2021

  • Memere, I woke up this morning really missing you. I feel like I have so many things to tell you, and talk to you about. 17 years of conversations missed. You were the best Memere anyone could ask for, and instilled so much love into our big family. I will always thank you and Pepere for that. I can remember you crashing my house warming Halloween party with the rest of my aunties and uncles, all dressed in costume. I remember being overwhelmed with pride and gratitude for my family. I miss you Memere, and always will. Please give Pepere a hug for Me. I know Kerry is with you both. Tell my little brother how much I miss him, and love him. Please hug him for me too. Love you Memere. - Posted by: Coreen (Granddaughter ) on: Nov 21, 2020

  • July 1st, 2020 - 17 years gone already - think about you every day - miss you terribly and Dad too. Please say Hi to all our loved ones that are with you and give them a big hug from me. Love Jeanne - Posted by: Jeanne Boissoneault (Daughter) on: Jul 01, 2020

  • July 1st, 2019 - Hi Mom, Gone for 16 years already - it's hard to believe. I miss your face, your smile, your laughter, your voice and most of all your hugs. Kira, your granddaughter is 16 already and Evander, your grandson (who prefers to be called Van) - whom you have never met - is growing so fast. He's a Mini Dan and reminds me so much of Dad. Dan is now working for his Dad (Mark) - all is good. Say Hi to Dad and tell him I miss him. Denis' dog Reno passed away last Thursday, give him a BIG HUG for me. Love Jeanne - Posted by: Jeanne Boissoneault (Grenier) (Daughter) on: Jul 03, 2019

  • Happy Mother's Day, Mom. Still missing you lots after almost 14 years since you passed away. Say hi to Dad for me. Love you always. - Posted by: Simone Rasmussen (daughter) on: May 11, 2017

  • I sure missed you and Dad over Christmas and especially on Boxing Day. We have many years of wonderful memories because you were such great parents. You will live forever in my heart. Love you. - Posted by: Simone Rasmussen (daughter) on: Dec 28, 2016

  • I thought of you all day on your birthday, Mom. I love you and miss you. - Posted by: Simone Rasmussen (daughter) on: Oct 28, 2016

  • I missed you so much on Mother's Day, Mom. I miss you everyday and will miss you forever. You were the best Mom. I always felt your love as you showed it in so many caring ways. I truly believe that God has a beautiful angel in you and that you are watching over each and everyone of us in your large wonderful family. I'm so grateful and lucky that I had you for my Mom. I love you, Mom. - Posted by: Simone Rasmussen (daughter) on: May 12, 2016

  • Dear Memere, One of the last conversations I had with you was when I told you I was expecting our youngest, Alexa. You were surprised we were having a third child because I had so many issues with arthritis. I asked you if you had any regrets having your large family and you said no. I told you that it was worth it for me too! I miss you Memere. Your unconditional love was and still is rare. When we walked into your home, we instantly felt loved and cherished. Recently I had suffered through Shingles....the one thing I wanted was to be wrapped up in my green shawl that you made for us. I felt like I was getting hugs from heaven from you because you knew I was suffering. I also feel so lucky that 2 of my kids got to meet you and that we have pictures of them with you. Keep watching over us...I hope my Dad isn't teasing you too much up there. Lots of love, Evelyne - Posted by: Evelyne Parsons (Granddaughter) on: Jul 08, 2015

  • JULY 1ST, 2015 - Hi Mom - 12 years today since you're gone. I miss your voice, your smile, your laughter and your beautiful face. I still talk to you today and every day and I Thank You for ALL YOUR LOVE AND YOUR SUPPORT. I LOVED YOU IN OUR YESTERDAYS, I LOVE YOU TODAY AND I WILL LOVE YOU ALWAYS. Your Loving Daughter - Posted by: Jeanne Boissoneault (daughter) on: Jul 01, 2015

  • Memere, its been over 11 years since you passed away and I still miss you so. Today is Nico's 21st birthday and for some reason I wish so much that I could talk to you and see you. I loved bringing him to your house and he LOVED visiting you. He was so incredibly lucky to have his great-grandmother in his life for 11 years. I recently found some pictures of one of his birthdays that we spent at your place...you and all of Nico's great aunts were there. He was/is so loved. Im so grateful to have had the time I did with you Memere ...I love you ♥ - Posted by: Robyn (Grandaughter) on: Nov 25, 2014

  • I miss you so much, Mom. I can still feel your love after all these years since you passed. I wrap myself up in your warm shawl everyday when I need one of your hugs. Thank you for being a loving and caring Mom. I love you, Simone. - Posted by: Simone Rasmussen (daughter) on: Sep 04, 2014

  • Memere, it has been almost (1 month shy) 11 years since you left us, wow it seems like just yesterday I was living with you on Hebert Street, time goes by so fast. Missing you, love you...Kelly - Posted by: Kelly Eckert (grandson) on: May 23, 2014

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