GRACE FOWLER (SERLE)

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GRACE FOWLER (nee SERLE) Grace Fowler passed away on Wednesday, April 14, 2004 at Seven Oaks Hospital. She was predeceased by her parents, five brothers, three sisters, three brothers-in-law and one sister-in-law. Grace is lovingly remembered and survived by her husband of 62 years, Campbell; sons, Serle (Sheryl), Goldie (Lyn) grandchildren, Harlan (Lisa), Richard (Nicole), Christyanne; great-grandchildren, Dawson, Peyton, Brandt; her sister Jessie of Brandon; brothers-in-law, Sandy, Edwin (Eileen), Sid (Marge) sisters-in-law, Verna, Evelyn, Trudy of Winnipeg, and Bernice and Lois of Brandon; and numerous nephews and nieces across the country. Grace was born on May 17, 1923, and was raised and educated in Elphinstone, MB, the youngest of ten children. She volunteered with the Red Cross during the war and married Campbell on July 19, 1941. After Dads return from overseas, they took up residence in Winnipeg. Grace was a wife, mother and homemaker all of her life. She became an active member in the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 117 - Gen Sir Sam Steele Legion as a member of the Colour Party, Poppy Campaign, as President of the Ladies Auxiliary, as well as a member in the Dart League. In her younger years, Mom enjoyed camping and fishing, and Friday night dances at the Legion. During her later years, Mom always enjoyed get-togethers with her family at those special times of the year. During the past few years, Mom became almost house-bound because of poor health. A special thank you to the Winnipeg Fire Department and Paramedics that worked so hard trying to revive Mom. As per Moms request, a private family graveside service has taken place. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Graces name to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of MB, 200-6 Donald Street, Winnipeg, MB R3L 0K6 or a charity of your choice. Arrangements entrusted to: CHAPEL LAWN FUNERAL HOME CEMETERY AND CREMATORIUM 885-9715 Family and friends are invited to sign the Book of Condolence at www.chapellawn.mb.ca

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 18, 2004