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ELIZABETH ROLFE (HOLLENDER)

Born: Jul 01, 1918

Date of Passing: Jul 01, 2005

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ELIZABETH ROLFE (nee HOLLENDER) Elizabeth Rolfe (nee Hollender), beloved wife of the late Charles Edward Rolfe passed away July 1, 2005. She leaves to mourn her two daughters, Karen Foster (Richard) and Lynn Chrobak (Ken); four grandchildren, Curtis Foster, Kevin, Deanna and Wesley Chrobak. Mom is also survived by her brother Walter Hollender and her sister Gladys Bean (Sam), as well as numerous nieces and nephews and many friends. Mom was predeceased by her parents, Gustav and Emily Hollender, five brothers and an older sister and her loving husband Charlie. Mom was born December 11, 1918 in Ashern, MB moving to Winnipeg when she was six. She great up in the West End, graduating from Daniel McIntyre Collegiate in 1933, where she met and married Charles Rolfe on June 15, 1940. They moved out to Rivercrest in 1946 and became active members of the community until Dad's death in 1985. Mom was instrumental in starting the Rivercrest Sunday School and later the Rivercrest United Church. After Dad's passing, Mom became an active member of the North Centenial Seniors. Showing her talents with the Entertainment Committee. Mom was also a volunteer at the Middlechurch Personal Care Home of Winnipeg where she gave her time and energy for almost 20 years. Mom will be sadly missed by her family and by the many people who's lives she had touched. Our family would like to thank Dr. Ian Maxwell and his staff at the Victoria General Hospital, Laura, Sherry, Amy and all the wonderful staff at St. Boniface Palliative Care Ward and Rev. Teresa Moysey for being there at the end. Cremation has taken place and a graveside service will be held on Wednesday, July 6 at Glen Eden Memorial Gardens at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Marc Whitehead officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Middlechurch Personal Care Home of Winnipeg, 280 Balderstone Ave., RR1B, West St. Paul MB R3C 2E5. Arrangements entrusted to: GLEN EDEN FUNERAL HOME 4477 MAIN ST. 338-7111

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 04, 2005

Condolences & Memories (3 entries)

  • Lynn & Karen, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your Mom. I just found out yesterday. I have fond memories of us growing up together in Rivercrest. One of my fondest memories of Auntie Betty is when she did the toast to the bride at our wedding. She touched the lives of so many people and will be deeply missed. Hopefully the wonderful memories you have of your Mom will help you through this most difficult time. My thoughts are with you. - Posted by: Cathy Freese (Friend) on: Jul 15, 2005

  • Your mum was a wonderful lady and I have very fond memories of growing up in Rivercrest. My deepest sympathy to all the families. She touched many lives. Sincerely Shelley Bailey - Posted by: shelley bailey (Friend) on: Jul 05, 2005

  • Karen, I am so very sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. - Posted by: Nicolette Powell-Oleksiw (Acquaintance) on: Jul 04, 2005

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