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MONA LEE CHAVES (DIXON)
Born: Jun 09, 1956
Date of Passing: Aug 04, 2018
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MONA LEE CHAVES (nee DIXON) June 9, 1956 - August 4, 2018 On August 4, 2018, with her girls, sister and best friend by her side, Mona passed away peacefully, after a long, heroic battle with cancer. Left to cherish her memory are her daughters, Dia and Jena (Chris); her granddaughter and light of her life, Eliana. She also leaves to mourn her siblings, Donna and Dennis (Sue); her in-laws, Jose and Filomena, brothers-in-law, Jose, Arsenio (Maria) and Ernesto (Lori), sisters-in-law, Ermelinda (Silvino) and Ana Maria; numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and one great-great-nephew. She was predeceased by her husband, Jorge, whom she is happily reunited with; parents Mona and Gordon, and brothers-in-law, Dennis and Dinis. Mona was born in Regina, Saskatchewan and moved to Winnipeg when she was two years old. She was the youngest and "brattiest" sibling. Mona grew up in Westwood, where she went to school and made many lifelong friends, including the Jaskens. She worked for over 30 years for Freed and Freed Int., the Freed's became like Mona's second family, and they have helped immensely through these past two difficult years, we are forever grateful. Mona was able to travel the world with work, some of her favourite places were Thailand, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh. She also did a lot of travelling with her husband, friends and children over the years to memorable places including Portugal, Mexico, Minneapolis, Hawaii and Spain. Mona and Jorge spent lots of time with their girls at Spruce Sands for the summers and camping in different spots all over Manitoba. The family would like to extend a sincere thank you to all the amazing medical professionals involved in Mona's care the last two years. Especially, Dr. Maksymiuk, Dr. Ahmed, Dr. West, and the amazing Palliative Care team at St. Boniface Hospital. Prayers will be said on Sunday, August 12 at 6:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, 4588 Roblin Blvd. Funeral service will be held on Monday, August 13 at 11:00 a.m. also at the church. In lieu of flowers, donations in Mona's memory may be made to St. Boniface Hospital's Palliative Care Foundation.
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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Aug 09, 2018
Condolences & Memories (6 entries)
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My sincerest condolences Jena and Dia. Your mom is finally at peace without pain and in the arms of your father. She was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed. - Posted by: Darlene Caci (Friend) on: Aug 11, 2018
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Dale, my mom and I want to offer our sincerest condolences at this very difficult time. Cherish your memories because no one came ever take them away from you. It has been a very difficult 2 years for you. Just remember that she is now with your dad and free from suffering. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. We will be at the prayers. - Posted by: Fatima and Dale Cyrenne (Friend of Jena) on: Aug 09, 2018
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Mama Mona 👼🏻 I was lucky enough to have had you cross my path. You will be missed by so many. Jena, Dia and the rest of the family we send our love ❤️ - Posted by: Krista Colosimo (Jena’s friend) on: Aug 09, 2018
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Dia, Jena & Family, Our sincere condolences on the passing of Mona. Tenderly, may time heal your sorrow and friends gently ease your pain. May peace softly replace your heartache and leave you with the warmest memories. Hugs, Sheri and Bruce - Posted by: Sheri Lasure & Bruce Edge (Friends) on: Aug 09, 2018
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We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your dear mom, Dia and Jena. It has been a horrible few years for you girls, there are no words that can properly express our sadness for you both and all the family that loved your mom dearly. Ed and I were not around a lot but we will always remember her love for life, smile, laughter and very good heart. Dia, Jena, family and friends, please remember there are no goodbyes just good memories. Ed and Val - Posted by: Edward and Valerie Johnson (In-laws and friends) on: Aug 09, 2018
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I went to school with Mona at Westwood Collegiate. I am sorry to hear of her passing and send condolences to her family at this difficult time. - Posted by: Susan Hart-Kulbaba (acquaintance) on: Aug 09, 2018
