ELLA MATHILDE GRINKE

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ELLA MATHILDE GRINKE Peacefully on Sunday, February 27, 2005, Ella Grinke passed away at the Victoria Hospital. She was predeceased by her sister Emma and brothers Leopold and Frederick. Ella is survived by sisters, Irene Knowlton, Laura Hermonat, Dorothy McKenzie, Evelyn Aikman and Joan Vincent. She will also be missed by many nieces and nephews. Born in Winnipeg in 1913, Ella spent her early years attending Pinkam and Maple Leaf Schools. Ella worked at Paulin Chambers where she was a manager for 47 years, retiring in 1978. Ella joined the Waacs from 1943 to 1946 and became a Lieutenant, spending most of three years at Camp Shilo. Ella's enjoyment was with family, many nieces and nephews to whom she was so kind. Ella enjoyed her life, especially with her friends that she played poker with every month. She was also a member of Beta Sigma Phi. In the early 1960s, she bought a cottage at Matlock and it was there that many happy days were spent. The annual Paulins picnic was another big event for the family and Ella enjoyed having them at it, as she was involved in the organizing. She also enjoyed travelling and had many trips to see her brother Fred perform. Life was good to Ella, but more than that, Ella was our life and we are going to miss the caring and loving that she gave to us all. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at a later date. Thank you to Dr. Stanley Eng and the staff at the Victoria Hospital for their care and concern. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Arrangements entrusted to: 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 Mar 05, 2005