VIVIAN LERNOUT (WARREN)

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VIVIAN LERNOUT (nee WARREN) August 26, 1930 - July 11, 2004 It is with tears of sadness and broken hearts we announce the passing of Vivian Lernout, (beloved wife of the late Joseph Lernout, 1983). Mom passed away peacefully with her family by her side on July 11, 2004 at the Misericordia Health Centre. Left to cherish her memory is her son Dennis; daughter Karen Hekle and husband Grant; son David and wife Lynn; daughter Wendy Van Walleghem and husband Greg; her precious grandchildren, Julia, Ashley, Alan, Kevin, Kyle, Daniel, Kristopher, Paul, Cameron, and Thomas; and her mother Dagny Elizabeth Warren. Her father Fredrick Warren and her only brother Wallace predeceased her. Mom was born in Winnipeg on August 26, 1930. Mom had many jobs throughout her life, such as Eatons, the family businesses Richards Bakery and Warrens Corner, and the Winnipeg Clinic. Mom had a love for children and showed it by babysitting at the Wildwood and the Pembina Curling Club. Mom met Dad while working at Eatons and they married on June 16, 1951. Mom and Dad had 32 wonderful years together; they lived and raised their family in Fort Garry where they developed many wonderful friendships. Mom loved playing cards and bingo, shopping, camping and most of all spending time with her family. Mom loved having tea and talking for hours to family and friends. Mom loved watching her grandchildren grow and was proud of their accomplishments. Mom was very supportive in their various activities. Mom had a lengthy and courageous battle with cancer, she never complained or let it get her down. Even in her most trying times Moms concern was for her family. Her family is very proud of her and will miss her dearly. WE LOVE YOU MOM. The family would like to acknowledge the excellent care received on the 2nd floor Cornish wing during her last week at the Misericordia, where they made Mom and the family comfortable during that period. A celebration of life and interment will take place at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 15, at Thomson "In the Park" Funeral Home and Cemetery, 1291 McGillivray Blvd. with reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Vivians memory to Cancer Care Manitoba or Heart and Stroke Association. God Saw Her Getting Tired God saw her getting tired, And a cure was not to be. So He put His arms around her And whispered, "Come with me." With tearful eyes we watched her suffer And saw her fade away. Although we loved her dearly, We could not make her stay. A golden heart stopped beating, Hard working hands to rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best. THOMSON "IN THE PARK" FUNERAL HOME AND CEMETERY 1291 McGillivray 1-877-230-0438

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 14, 2004