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EMILY HELEN RAK

Date of Passing: Dec 30, 2016

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EMILY HELEN RAK 1950 - 2016 Emily died suddenly, but peacefully, on December 30, 2016. She's remembered with love by her husband of 45 years, Ashok; children Meghan and Erik (April); grandson Dylan; sisters Angie, Jeanie, and Sandy (Joe); and cousins Richard and Carole. As a teacher, Emily helped shape the lives of hundreds of young people in Winnipeg, Split Lake, Tadoule Lake, Thompson, Lac Brochet, and Nelson House (MB), Arviat (NU), and Seoul (South Korea). A memorial service will be held on Monday, January 9, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. at Friends Funeral Service, 2146 Main Street. Details for a second service in Windsor (ON) will be announced in the spring. The family's heartfelt thanks are extended to the 6th floor staff at St. Boniface Hospital for their care during Emily's last days. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association or the Heart and Stroke Foundation in Emily's memory.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 04, 2017

Condolences & Memories (3 entries)

  • I am so saddened to hear of Emily’s passing. I apologize for this late offer of condolences. We lost touch after she left WSD. My deepest condolences Ash, Meghan and Erik. Emily was a great mentor and friend to me when I started teaching. I could always rely on her to help problem solve when I was faced with challenges . We also had a lot of laughs on “girls get away” bus trips to the states. She was amazing with her students and stood up for what was right. Thanks for the stories and lessons ‘Em- Heidi - Posted by: Heidi (Colleague and friend) on: Oct 30, 2022

  • My deepest condolences to your family! My thoughts will be with you as you grieve the loss of Emily😍 - Posted by: Ruth Jansen (Friend) on: Jan 08, 2017

  • Ashok, Lesley and I are sorry to hear of Emily's passing. Our condolences to you and your family at this difficult time. - Ken and Lesley Joyal - Posted by: Ken and Lesley Joyal (Colleague/Friend) on: Jan 05, 2017

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