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RAELEEN AGNES KULBA (PURDY)
Born: May 20, 1922
Date of Passing: Nov 09, 2004
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryRAELEEN AGNES KULBA (nee PURDY) Peacefully on November 9, 2004, Raeleen passed away leaving behind those who loved her, those who admired her and many people whose hearts she touched. Born May 20, 1922 in Kinistino, SK. to William and Agnes, she attended grades 1-12 and then attended Normal School in Winnipeg in 1941, followed by six years of teaching in rural Manitoba. Following that she had an illustrious teaching career with the Winnipeg School Division. Retiring in 1982, receiving The Distinguished Service Award for teaching excellence and her involvement and contribution to education, which was one of the highlights of her career. Rae was active in the United Church, Delta Kappa Gamma Society and Winnipeg Teachers Association. She and her husband Steven retired to Vancouver for 13 years until his death, at which time she moved to Calgary to be closer to her family. She is predeceased by her husband, Steven; her parents; sisters, Violet, Myrtle and brother Glen. She leaves to mourn her passing her son Fraser, wife Frances; daughter Kim, husband Morley and daughter Debra; her grandchildren, Matthew, Mia, Lauren and Molly, who will miss her very much. Rae made friends very easily and made a significant impact on anyone she came in contact with, including the hundreds of children she taught and nurtured during her teaching career in an unforgettable way. Her legacy is her love, caring, compassion and unwavering support to anyone who needed it, even when she may have needed it more. Her family whom she loved unconditionally was the greatest benefactor of her unselfishness. Her memory will be cherished; she will be missed and always loved. A celebration of Raes life will take place in the Chapel of Mountain View Funeral Home on Friday, November 12 at 10:00 a.m. Arrangements entrusted to MOUNTAIN VIEW FUNERAL HOME AND CEMETERY, 17 Avenue SE at Garden Road, (1.5 km east of 84th Street SE) Telephone (403) 272 - 5555.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 12, 2004
Condolences & Memories (2 entries)
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With the re-opening of William Osler School in Winnipeg doing some research Mrs. Kulba was legendary as a teacher and woman. Memories are so fond of her and I am sure her family has wonderful memories of her years later. - Posted by: Michael Dubowec () on: Sep 04, 2015
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Dear Mom, From the day you left me you have been sorely missed. You were always the wind beneath my wings, always in my heart and part of my soul with your unconditional support and love. I lost my most supportive fan and best friend when I lost you. Our weekends spent together in Calgary, going out for lunch, putting your Ikea China Cabinet together, laughing together, moving you from place to place all times I cherish and will never forget. No longer getting your Wednesday evening calls was one of the hardest losses for me. As per your Birthday, Mother's Day and the anniversary of your passing a candle will be lit in your precious memory. It always makes me feel like you are here again. My thoughts are with you and I'll light the candle tomorrow and cherish our memories, with all my love, Debra. - Posted by: Debra Kulba (Daughter) on: Nov 07, 2014