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LOIS IRENE STEWART (BRISSON)
Born: Jul 23, 1923
Date of Passing: Apr 07, 2014
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryLOIS IRENE STEWART (nee BRISSON) July 23, 1923 - April 7, 2014 It is with great sadness we announce the death of our dear mother and grandmother, Lois Stewart, who passed away peacefully in her home April 7, 2014 at the age of 90 years. Lois left this world as she lived in it, with elegance and grace. Born July 23, 1923 in Virden, Manitoba, Lois was eldest daughter of Dan and Gertrude Brisson. She was predeceased by her parents, sister Audrey Doupe (Ben) and brother Don (Valerie), and much too early by her loving husband Mel in 1977. Lois grew up on a farm, riding to and from school on horseback. It was in Virden she met and married her beloved Mel. They moved to Brandon, Portage and Winnipeg, finally settling in Stonewall where they opened their business, were active in the community and were devoted to raising their two children. Lois lived in Stonewall until 1990 when she moved to make her new community at Fred Douglas Place in Winnipeg. She loved her second home with her family in Calgary. Always a lady, independent and curious, Lois never stopped wanting to better herself; whether listening to the Winnipeg POPs, studying astronomy at the University of Winnipeg, her avid interest in Canadian governance and politics, or exercising at the YMCA. Music was a large part of Lois' life, always belonging to a choir, Sweet and Low, the United Church, and Winnipeg Philharmonic choirs. Dancing with Mel was a joy. Above all, Lois loved her family - wanting only the very best for them. She was a great sport, joining in family activities, cooking feasts or exercising. Lois' memory will be honoured, treasured and loved by her son Don, his wife Diane and their children Gord (Justyna), Tom and Pam, and daughter Lori Waslen, her husband Greg, and their children Jennifer (Cameron) Doepker, Kathryn and David. Funeral service will be held on Sunday, April 13, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. at Westminster United Church in Winnipeg with the Rev. Robert Campbell officiating and reception following. Interment in Stonewall Cemetery at 3:30 p.m. Sincere thanks to HomeInstead, Age in Place and the community of Fred Douglas Place for their care for Lois. If friends so desire, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Lois' memory to the Canadian Heart and Stroke Foundation. MACKENZIE FUNERAL HOME STONEWALL 204-467-2525 mackhome@mts.net
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 12, 2014
Condolences & Memories (7 entries)
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Lois was a very valued and always elegant member of The Women's Canadian Club of Winnipeg where I met her. She was a member of the Board of Directors, on the Ticket Committee. On behalf of the members of this Club I wouls like to extend sincere sympathy to her much loved family. I will always remember her fondly. - Posted by: Margaret Cordingley (Friend) on: Apr 19, 2014
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I met Lois through my mother Jessie Grieve when I would go to help Mom for a few weeks every year. Rosanne and I would refer to Lois, Mom, Margaret Moran, Dorothy Melon, Nel and Lorna as the in crowd. We all sat at the same table at the Christmas party at Fred Douglas. After dinner, Margaret and Lois would take a few turns around the dance floor. We often all headed down to Tim Horton's in the evening for a coffee and a good chin wag. These women were smart, caring and far ahead of their time. They were wonderful friends and when Mom was well into her decline, Lois would show up with a magazine or a sweet treat for Mom. Time is a precious commodity and they looked after each other. I'll miss your Mom and hope that as time passes, having known her so well, will invoke wonderful memories. With deepest sympathy and caring, Nancy Sutherland - Posted by: Nancy Sutherland (Friend) on: Apr 15, 2014
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Don, Lori and Families, I am so sad to hear about your Mom's passing. Lois was such a kind and true friend to my Mom (Jessie Grieve). They met at Fred Douglas Place and it was as if they had been friends forever. Lois continued to love and support Mom after she suffered her stroke. I missed seeing the notice in the Free Press and I am saddened that I did not attend the service. The world is a better place because it was blessed with Lois's presence. I am so sorry for your loss. - Posted by: Rosanne Sutton (Friend) on: Apr 14, 2014
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To Lori and family, please accept our deepest sympathy , thank you for the chance given to us of taking care of her, surely, we will miss and remember her forever. Our prayers. Sally,Rossette & Rosselle - Posted by: Sally,Rossette &Rosselle () on: Apr 13, 2014
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Lois and I met at the YMCA a few years back when I came out of retirement to work on the Front Desk. In that period I often was assigned to the Ladies entry desk and saw Lois regularly when she came in to exercise. We soon became friends and many times held up the entry line passing greetings and the time of day. I will always remember Lois as one of the most gracious and kindly persons I have ever come across in my more than 30 years with the Y. She always had a good word to say and I appreciated her positive view and interest in people and what was going on in the Y, my world and the world in general. We swapped stories about kids and grand-kids and shared many a laugh about their exploits. When I retired again she came in on my last day and wished me a "happy renewed retirement." She was a great lady and I can understand that the family will miss her and so will I. Yet I believe her lingering presence will always grace our world with her wonderful personality. Hal Studholme - Posted by: Hal Studholme (Friend from Downtown YMCA) on: Apr 13, 2014
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Don, Lori and family. I am saddened by this news. I am so lucky that I had a chance to help care for Lois. She was an inspiration and such an elegant and sweet woman. She was always smiling and always laughing especially during America's Funniest Home Video's! Her memory and gentle spirit will not be forgotten. Peace be with all of you during this tough time. -Chelsea - Posted by: Chelsea () on: Apr 12, 2014
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Don, Lori and families, we were saddened to hear of your mom's passing. I'm not sure if you remember me babysitting you kids when you were little or not, but it was always when your mom and dad were going out to a dance! Your mom was such a lady. Her memories will be forever! We are away right now, or we would have come in to her service. Bless you all at this time of loss. Ken and Audrey Klimpke, Stonewall, Man. - Posted by: Ken/ Audrey Klimpke, nee Ross (Friends and old babysitter) on: Apr 12, 2014