PAULINE BRITTON

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PAULINE BRITTON (ERHARDT) (nee SCHREINER) 1908 - 2004 Peacefully, on November 20, 2004, Pauline passed away at Beacon Hill Lodge, Winnipeg, MB, at the age of 96 years. Pauline will be lovingly remembered by her sons, Ronald Erhardt and his children, Peggy, Wendy, Jeffrey and Karen; Gilbert (Louise) Erhardt and their children, Clyde, Sherry, Donna, Della and Alex; and daughter Joyce (Alec) Parlin and their children, Tamara and Kevin. She is also survived by her many great-grandchildren and sister Ann Coon. Pauline was born in Rhine, SK, one of 11 children. At a very early age, she was required to help cook for and feed the younger children and threshing crews on the farm. At 12 years of age, she was sent by her parents to Winnipeg to be a nanny and maid for a Winnipeg family. This early entry into an adult workforce did not give Pauline an opportunity to obtain a formal education. She was, however, self-taught in all areas of life and was an avid reader, competitive and shrewd card player and interested in world events. Prayer and her faith in God sustained Pauline throughout her life. Sadly, after 25 years of marriage to Alex Erhardt and his very sudden death in 1957, Pauline was left a widow. Pauline married Victor Britton in 1965 and they enjoyed 33 very happy years together until Victors death in 1998. Pauline was employed by Raber Glove for most of her younger years. When she was raising her children, the sewing machine was brought into her home where she sewed leather gloves in the evening when all the housework was done. She loved cooking and was famous for her knitting and gardening. In her later years, she and Victor enjoyed travelling throughout North America, which included a five year stay in Victoria, BC. Unfortunately, after Victors death, her body, which was once so full of energy, became weaker. It then became necessary for Pauline to become a resident of Beacon Hill Lodge where she spent her last years. The family wish to especially thank Barb, Brenda, Bev, Miriam, Susanne, Rodney and the other dedicated staff on the 7th floor who were so kind to our Mother. Rest in Peace in Gods loving care now Mother. You will be missed. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Flowers are gratefully declined. If you so wish, donations in memory of Pauline, may be made to a charity of your choice. Arrangements in care of: CHAPEL LAWN FUNERAL HOME CREMATION AND RECEPTION CENTRE 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 Nov 23, 2004