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ABDULIA PENALBER
Born: Sep 05, 1934
Date of Passing: Mar 12, 2005
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryABDULIA PENALBER Following a lengthy illness, Abdulia (Dulia) Penalber (nee Badajos), wife of Willie Penalber went home to be with her Saviour, with her family by her side, at Health Sciences Centre on Saturday, March 12, 2005. Born on September 5, 1934 in Cabadbaran, Agusan, Philippines, she was the daughter of Rosita Yema and the late Gregorio Badajos. After finishing University and marrying her husband of 38 years, Dulia and Willie moved to Springfield, Missouri, U.S.A. where their son, Jonathan, was born. They then moved to Winnipeg, MB where she taught elementary school for many, many years. In her spare time and once she retired in 1998, she taught piano and was an avid hunter, fisher woman and bowler. She was one of the original teachers of Faith Academy as well as one of the first members of Faith Baptist Church where she was known for her astounding memorization skills and her great love of the Lord. In addition to her husband, she is survived by her son Jonathan; her daughter, Cherry (Brent, Cade and Cody); her mother, Rosita; siblings, Mila (Leon), Roberto (Victoria), Azucena (Charles), Abigail (Rey), Paquito (Aurora), Antipaz (Salustiano), Nelito (Maring), Joel (Purita) and Aquiline (Harry), many nieces and nephews, including Ilona (Mitch, Devon, Rhea, and Zoe), George, Peach (Jeff, Timothy, and Nathan), Cherrie (Ritchie), Noreen (Cecil), Arthur, Phillip, Paul, and Dessa. She was predeceased by her father Gregorio and her brother Noel. She was adored and will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Special thanks to the staff of Seven Oaks Hospital and Health Sciences Centre as well as the Faith Baptist Church family. Visitation/viewing will take place on Thursday, March 17 from 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. Funeral service will be held on Friday, March 18 at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Dave Louden officiating. The gathering of friends and family will follow the service. All services will be held at Green Acres Funeral Home and Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, friends may choose to donate in her memory to Faith Baptist Church. GREEN ACRES Funeral Home and Cemetery Hwy. #1 E. at Navin, (204) 222-3241
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Mar 15, 2005
Condolences & Memories (4 entries)
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Mrs. Penalber was my teacher at Manitoba Christian School. She was a dear lady and lots of fun. I just loved her, especially in music class. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. - Posted by: Tracey Driscoll (nee James) (Acquaintance) on: Apr 05, 2005
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Our children, Jackie, Brenda and Reagan were also greatly influenced by Mrs. Penalber's godly example. Her life matched her words. Maybe by now she has had a chance to meet Brenda in Heaven. Willie, Jonathan and Cherry, and the family, our prayers will continue for you. - Posted by: Peter & Julia Neufeld (Acquaintance) on: Mar 18, 2005
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To Willie & Family My family and I, are sincerely sorry to here about the sudden passing of your mother and wife, Abdulia. She had a heart of gold and will be remembered by our family, as a kind and generous always willing to help woman, If there is any assistance that our family can provide during this time of sorrow please don't hesitate to call. god bless, Anne, Daniel ,Ryan, and Mathew Andrushko - Posted by: Anne&Daniel Andrushko&boys (Friend) on: Mar 17, 2005
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Mrs. Penalber was my teacher at the Manitoba Christian School from Kindergarden through to Grade 7. I started Kindergarden at the same time as Jonathan. I have very fond memories of both Mrs. Penalber and Jonathan. She was my favourite teacher and I especially loved when she directed the choir. She was always very patient and kind. I am so sorry to hear of her passing. She was a wonderful woman who made a world of difference for this little girl. - Posted by: Lisa Sutton (nee Yaroshko) (Acquaintance) on: Mar 17, 2005