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MARGARET JUCE

Born: May 01, 1922

Date of Passing: Jan 28, 2013

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MARGARET JUCE Peacefully in her sleep, Margaret Juce (nee Kiez) of Warren, MB, on Monday, January 28, 2013 at Holy Family Home in Winnipeg, where she had lived since July 2009. She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Michael (Mike); parents Anton and Anna (Zurbyk) Kiez; two sisters, Nell (John Hrytsak) and Tina (Victor Remenda); two brothers, Stan and Tom. She leaves to grieve her children JoAnne (Stan Mikulenka) of Calgary, Rosemary Dzus (Brian Knudsen) of Warren, James of Warren and Esther (Howard R. Engel) of Winnipeg; grandchildren, Amelia Trachsel of Vancouver and Heather Trachsel of Winnipeg; sister Marian (Kampen) of Winnipeg; brothers Tony (Emily Olynyk) of Russell, Ned (Leona Cordonier) of Nepean, ON and Larry of Ottawa; also numerous nieces and nephews. Margaret was born on May 1, 1922 near Oakburn, MB. She attended Normal School in Brandon, qualifying as a teacher in June, 1942, then taught in various one-room schools for eight years. She married Michael Juce on October 12, 1947, and after 18 years in the Angusville area, the family, by then expanded by four children, moved to a quarter-section in the Warren area. After focusing on her family, and being very active with her church and community, Margaret returned to school at age 55, becoming a LPN. She worked in the medical field for the next five years. During her later years, her life was filled with many activities that gave her joy, including gardening, teaching Sunday School, and translating her father's memoirs. Prayers will be said at Holy Trinity Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral, 1175 Main St., Winnipeg, MB at 7:30 p.m., Friday, February 1, followed by a reception and vigil. Also at the Cathedral, at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 2, a funeral service will be celebrated by the Right Reverend Father Mielnik and the Reverend Father Harkavyi. A luncheon reception will follow. Procession to the interment at the Warren Cemetery will be followed by coffee and fellowship at 3:00 p.m. at Warren Memorial Hall. Pallbearers are Eugene Callins, Brian Juce, David Juce, Andrew Davidson, Barry Morwick, and Don Westiuk. If desired, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Holy Family Home or Holy Trinity Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral. MacKenzie Funeral Service of Stonewall, MB in care of arrangements.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 31, 2013

Condolences & Memories (14 entries)

  • I'm very sorry to hear of Margaret's passing. I remember the days when Margaret & Mike would come to our farm in Gunton and pick mushrooms. It was always one of my favorite days of a child and I will never forget those days. I could not wait till they came and hoped they would be back soon. Margaret and I always had a great visit out in the pasture. She was so kind and thoughtful. She had such a loving smile. My sincere and deepest sympathy to all her family. - Posted by: Sharon Campbell (McDonnell) (Family friend of my parents) on: Feb 03, 2013

  • I have seen the heart that Esther and Howard have to my brother,Richard who passed away recently and now what kind humans they are to Dionisia and to my mother and to me. I can well imagine and feel what a lady Esther's mother is for a good mother always lives through her children and the way they are. I, Mom, and Dionisa share in thoughts, heart, and in prayer your Mom's passing and God Bless her further journey with all the hopes we all share. - Posted by: George S. Osicki (friend to Esther and Howard) on: Feb 03, 2013

  • I remember Margaret as a friend of my parents and as my sister's teacher at Tuckersmith School. She was a very thoughtful, kind and generous lady; always greeted you with a smile. - Posted by: Marlene (Senko) Pettitt (Friend) on: Feb 02, 2013

  • Our thoughts are with you today. Happy memories will always be with you. Kim and Dennis - Posted by: Dennis Engel & Kim Ross (Cousin) on: Feb 02, 2013

  • My sincere and deepest sympathy and condoleances to Juce family. It is a very difficult time that my friends in Margaret Juce's family are going through. It is a very sad and sorrowful momnt for all of us, however Life and Death are tightly bound and no one can change that godly pre-established order. May God help us transcend these bitternesses!!! - Posted by: Koffi/Afi Sedzro (Friend) on: Feb 01, 2013

  • My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time. - Posted by: Heather Verhoef (Acquaintance to Esther and Howard) on: Feb 01, 2013

  • I shall always remember Margaret, Mike and Esther visiting my mother when she lived with Nell in King's Park. They were lovely times with many old Ukrainian songs and wonderful music played by Esther on her bandura. Margaret was always a very warm person and I am sorry to know that she is gone. I send my condolences to the family and wish them well. Joyce Draper (cousin) - Posted by: Joyce S Draper (Cousin) on: Feb 01, 2013

  • My sincere condolences to the family. A very kind, warm lady. I remember how warm and welcoming she was when we visited years ago, upon our return home to Canada after living abroad. Our deepest sympathies to the whole family for your loss. - Posted by: Chris Kiez (Kiez famly) on: Feb 01, 2013

  • One of the sweetest Lady's I have known, though faced with many challenges whenever I met her. She had a sweet smile and warm greetings - Veechnahyah Pahmyaht - Memory Eternal - Posted by: John Kowal (Family Friend) on: Feb 01, 2013

  • Our deepest condolences on the passing of a pioneering woman who was always kind, generous, and smiling. Love, Debra, Gil, and family - Posted by: Debra Kiez (Niece) on: Feb 01, 2013

  • I have wonderful memories & was fortunate to have Margaret as my teacher at Tuckersmith School. My most heartfelt sympathy to the family. Rest In Peace. - Posted by: Lillian Hyra Wallis (Family friend) on: Jan 31, 2013

  • James JoAnne Esther and Rosemary I am so sorry to learn of the passing of your dear Mother. DURING THE YEARS I LIVED IN wOODLANDS I LEARNED TO LOVE YOUR PARENTS AS MY OWN AND I SHALL FOREVER MISS AND MOURN THEM BOTH. James, you were the support both your Mam and Dad needed in their old age, and you were always up for the job. You are a man that I am proud to call a friend. Your Mom spent much of her life helping and caring for others, (I being among them) and she never needed anything in return. A true christian during each and every day of her life. May God Bless her and bring you peace. - Posted by: Dave Townsend 7 McKinley Cr. Cornwall PE. C0A1H8 (Family Friend) on: Jan 31, 2013

  • Margeret was my teacher at Tuckersmith School in the late fifties. She boarded at my parents John Hyra, during winter months. I have fond memories of her. When my mom was at holiday haven nursing home in the eighties she was her nurse. My sincere sympathy to all the family. - Posted by: Evelyn Hyra Wurster (Family friend ) on: Jan 31, 2013

  • Esther and Howard, my deepest sympathy to you. The loss of a Mother is an event that hurts deeply and remains with you for a long time. May you cherish the good times and be comforted by the good times you enjoyed together. My thoughts and prayers are with you both. Rita Borthwick The Jubilee Fund Inc. - Posted by: Rita Borthwick (friend to Esther and Howard) on: Jan 31, 2013

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