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EDNA RETHA VAN NEST (LAROCHELLE)
Date of Passing: Feb 07, 2014
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryEDNA RETHA VAN NEST (nee LAROCHELLE) Our cherished mother passed into the hands of our Lord in peace and grace on Friday, February 7, 2014 with her family by her side. Predeceased by daughter Judy (1997), parents Clifford and Emma (nee Gay), brothers Arthur, Edward and Joseph. She leaves to mourn seven remaining children, Stephanie, Peter (Terri), Pamela (Chris), John (Cathy), Chuck (Linda), Dean, Barbara (Glen), their father Paul, nine grandchildren, Joshua, Hollie, Benjamin, Samantha, Ian, Tyler, Ethan, Vanessa, Erin, her beloved brother Murray, and numerous nieces and nephews. Edna was born November 29, 1930 in North Bay, Ontario and attended Notre Dame de Lourdes where she was taught by Les Filles de la Sagesse Order of Sisters. Her spiritual beliefs as a devout Catholic guided her life and all she did. She moved to Winnipeg in 1951 with her husband Paul. A devoted mother of eight who loved unconditionally, she dedicated her life to her family. Mum delighted in nature, and enjoyed working in Birds Hill Park for Manitoba Natural Resources during her career as a regional clerk. Mum loved family fishing outings, and spent many enjoyable weekends at her children's lake spots. Mum loved to travel, and cherished her trip of a lifetime to Rome and The Holy Land. She was an intelligent and voracious reader and loved to play bridge. A gregarious, energetic woman with a mind over matter approach and ready sense of humour, she was a joy to all who knew her. She will be forever missed and cherished. Thanks are expressed to doctor Joshua and nurses at Grace Hospital, and 4 East staff at Deer Lodge. Prayers will be held Thursday, February 13, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. at Green Acres Funeral Home, #1 Hwy East at Navin Road. Funeral Mass will be Friday, February 14, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Alphonsus Parish, 315 Munroe Ave., interment to follow in Green Acres Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. GREEN ACRES Funeral Home and Cemetery (204) 222-3241 Condolences may be sent to www.greenacresfuneralhome.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 11, 2014
Condolences & Memories (8 entries)
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Chuck & Linda & Family; We feel your heartbreak! Our thoughts and prayers are with you! God bless you with strength during this difficult time! May you always treasure wonderful memories of your mother and grandmother! We extend to you all our sincerest sympathy! - Posted by: Sylvia Todaschuk, Rosemarie & John, Charlene & Andy, Peter & Tatiana (Linda's cousins) on: Feb 12, 2014
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Dwaine and I were deeply saddened by the news of your Mother passing Chuck...may your Memories bring you comfort, we will always remember Edna with Joy & Love. Just know that she is at Peace and is in a Beautiful place surrounded with Friends & Family. - Posted by: Marilea and Dwaine Sumner () on: Feb 12, 2014
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My thoughts and prayers are with you Barb, Glen and family during this very difficult time. - Posted by: Linda Bauer (friend) on: Feb 12, 2014
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Condolences to the Van Nest clan. Edna was surely a special person and has gone to a better place. - Posted by: garry and sam becenko (family friends) on: Feb 12, 2014
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My deepest sympathy to my good friend, Stephanie, her dad, Paul and her brothers and sisters and their families for the loss of your mom and grandma. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time. My memories of your mom was that she was a sweetheart with a quick wit. - Posted by: Barbara Read (long term friend) on: Feb 11, 2014
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I, myself have not met Edna but knowing Chuck, Linda, Samantha and Ian says to me that she was a wonderful lady who will be missed dearly. My condolences to your family Chuck. God Bless. - Posted by: Elaine Gelhorn (friend of Chuck, Linda, Samantha and Ian) on: Feb 11, 2014
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Our thoughts and prayers are with you John, Cathy, Ben and Hollie. Words can't begin to express our sorrow at your loss. We wish there was something we could do/say to make the pain go away, but unfortunately there isn't. Just know that we will think of you often and will do what we can for you. - Posted by: Dan and Daphne Roller (Friends/neighbors) on: Feb 11, 2014
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John and Cathy, our dear friends, we are so sorry to hear about your loss of your mother/mother-in-law. she will be deeply missed. our prayers are with you two and Hollie and Ben during this tough time.. Love the Steitzers..xoxo - Posted by: Jenn and Glenn Steitzer (dear friends) on: Feb 11, 2014