VALTINA JESSIE MAYO

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VALTINA JESSIE MAYO July 3, 1937 February 12, 2014 It is with deepest sorrow that we announce the passing of our dearest mother, grandmother, sister, sister-in-law, auntie and friend Valtina Jessie Mayo, on February 12, 2014 at 5:30 a.m., at the St. Boniface Hospital, Winnipeg, Manitoba. Valtina is survived by her sons, Gary Asham, Eddie Mayo and Rob Mayo, and her daughters, Joy Asham, Marie Asham and Tina Bear. She is also survived by her sisters, Rachel, Shirley (Cyril), Marie and Adelaide, her brothers, Max (Hazel), John (Marilyn), Dennis and Curtis (Karen), sister-in-law Phyllis Garson and brother-in-law Walter Sinclair Sr. Valtina leaves to mourn her grandchildren as well as great-grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews and special friends Tammy Neult and Darlene Syr. Valtina was predeceased by her husband Allan Mayo, parents, Chlista and Roderick Garson, brothers Allen, Bryden and Joe Garson, sister Annie Sinclair and a sibling in infancy, along with brothers-in-law Harold Harper and Clifford Cook. Valtina worked with Winnipeg Freshwater Fisheries for 33 years as a lead-hand. She worked very diligently and skillfully at her job. Valtina loved her grandchildren dearly whom she enjoyed babysitting. She enjoyed spending time with her family and often attended family gatherings in Fisher River with her sisters. She also liked bingo, Texas Hold'Em tournaments and her regular VLT visits to Charlee's Restaurant and the LaSalle Hotel. Valtina was a lady with a huge sense of humour. She was well known for her gift of laughter and her smile that was enjoyed by so many. We will truly miss her. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 22, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. at the Voyage Funeral Home, 220 Hespeler Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, with Pastor Dan Murdock officiating.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 19, 2014