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EDITH (WINTHER) BROWN
Born: Dec 22, 1921
Date of Passing: May 13, 2012
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryEDITH (WINTHER) BROWN December 22, 1921- May 13, 2012 It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Mother, Grandmother and Great-Grandmother, at the age of 90 years, peacefully with her family at her side, on Mother's Day, Sunday, May 13, 2012, at the Beausejour Hospital Born in Tversted, Denmark, Edith immigrated to Canada in December 1927 with her parents and brothers. The family settled in Ostenfeld, MB and operated a dairy farm. Edith met Marvin Brown in 1945 on his return from the Second World War and married her one true love in October 1946. Working side by side for over 33 years, they took great pride in operating their successful dairy farm in Dugald, MB, retiring from farming in 1979. They raised three wonderful children, Lorraine, Ken and Verna. Edith was predeceased by her parents, Christen and Christine Winther, husband and love of her life Marvin in 1987, and sister-in-law Frances Winther. Mother leaves to cherish her precious memories, her loving family: Lorraine (Don) Hughes, Ken (Sharon) Brown, Verna (Bill) Nisbett, dear grandchildren and great-grandchildren - Leanne Ainley (Jennifer, Matthew, Mitchell); Kevin (Cindy) Hughes (Luke, Julia); Ryan (Traci) Hughes (Hunter); Joette (Marc) Trudeau (Justin, Mackenzie, Mia, Jack); Curtis (Catherine) Brown (Matthew, Connor, Zachary); Crista (Gordon) Hnytka (Nicholas, Natalie); Karen Joachim (Alex); Kelly (Rocky) Stroet; brothers Kai (Janie) Winther, Harry Winther and Ernie (Susan) Winther. Edith's greatest joy and passion was spending time with family, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and especially her daughter and best friend Verna, her travelling companion. Always putting other people first, Edith was compassionate, thoughtful, giving, friendly and was always smiling ! Edith enjoyed passing time reading and doing search-a-word. Edith never forgot a birthday or anniversary and always ensured friends and family received a special card personalized with stickers - a Gramma thing . A visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 16, 2012 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Seasons Funeral Chapel, 576 Balsam Crescent in Oakbank. Interment will take place on Thursday, May 17, 2012 at 11:30 a.m. at Transcona Cemetery followed by a Celebration of Edith's Life at the Oakbank United Church, 582 Balsam Crescent at 1:00 p.m. A special thank you to the doctors, nurses and staff at St. Boniface Hospital and Beausejour Hospital for their care and compassion, and for the frequent visits from Pastor Reimer. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimers Society of Manitoba in memory of Marvin Brown or the Heart and Stroke Association. Seasons Funeral Chapel, Oakbank, MB
Publish Date: May 16, 2012
EDITH (WINTHER) BROWN December 22, 1921- May 13, 2012 It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Mother, Grandmother and Great-Grandmother, at the age of 90 years, peacefully with her family at her side, on Mother's Day, Sunday, May 13, 2012, at the Beausejour Hospital Born in Tversted, Denmark, Edith immigrated to Canada in December 1927 with her parents and brothers. The family settled in Ostenfeld, MB and operated a dairy farm. Edith met Marvin Brown in 1945 on his return from the Second World War and married her one true love in October 1946. Working side by side for over 33 years, they took great pride in operating their successful dairy farm in Dugald, MB, retiring from farming in 1979. They raised three wonderful children, Lorraine, Ken and Verna. Edith was predeceased by her parents, Christen and Christine Winther, husband and love of her life Marvin in 1987, and sister-in-law Frances Winther. Mother leaves to cherish her precious memories, her loving family: Lorraine (Don) Hughes, Ken (Sharon) Brown, Verna (Bill) Nisbett, dear grandchildren and great-grandchildren - Leanne Ainley (Jennifer, Matthew, Mitchell); Kevin (Cindy) Hughes (Luke, Julia); Ryan (Traci) Hughes (Hunter); Joette (Marc) Trudeau (Justin, Mackenzie, Mia, Jack); Curtis (Catherine) Brown (Matthew, Connor, Zachary); Crista (Gordon) Hnytka (Nicholas, Natalie); Karen Joachim (Alex); Kelly (Rocky) Stroet; brothers Kai (Janie) Winther, Harry Winther and Ernie (Susan) Winther. Edith's greatest joy and passion was spending time with family, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and especially her daughter and best friend Verna, her travelling companion. Always putting other people first, Edith was compassionate, thoughtful, giving, friendly and was always smiling ! Edith enjoyed passing time reading and doing search-a-word. Edith never forgot a birthday or anniversary and always ensured friends and family received a special card personalized with stickers - a Gramma thing . A visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 16, 2012 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Seasons Funeral Chapel, 576 Balsam Crescent in Oakbank. Interment will take place on Thursday, May 17, 2012 at 11:30 a.m. at Transcona Cemetery followed by a Celebration of Edith's Life at the Oakbank United Church, 582 Balsam Crescent at 1:00 p.m. A special thank you to the doctors, nurses and staff at St. Boniface Hospital and Beausejour Hospital for their care and compassion, and for the frequent visits from Pastor Reimer. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimers Society of Manitoba in memory of Marvin Brown or the Heart and Stroke Association. Seasons Funeral Chapel, Oakbank, MB
Publish Date: May 16, 2012
EDITH (WINTHER) BROWN December 22, 1921 - May 13, 2012 Peacefully with her family at her side, on Mother's Day, Sunday, May 13, 2012 our Mother passed away at the age of 90 years at the Beausejour Hospital. Edith was predeceased by her husband Marvin in 1987. She will be sadly missed by her children Lorraine (Don) Hughes, Ken (Sharon) Brown, and Verna (Bill) Nisbett, her dear grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and brothers Kai (Janie), Harry and Ernie (Susan) Winther. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 16, 2012 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Seasons Funeral Chapel, 576 Balsam Crescent in OakBank. Interment will take place on Thursday, May 17, 2012 at 11:30 a.m. at Transcona Cemetery followed by a Celebration of Edith's Life at 1:00 p.m. at the OakBank United Church 582 Balsam Crescent. A complete obituary will follow in Wednesday's paper. Seasons Funeral Chapel, OakBank, MB
Publish Date: May 16, 2012
Publish Date: May 16, 2012
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 16, 2012
Condolences & Memories (10 entries)
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Exactly 10 years ago today. We still miss you everyday. - Posted by: Connor Russell Vinther-Brun (Brown) (Great-Grandson) on: May 13, 2022
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10 years ago, the most amazing grandmother passed away... rest in peace, Grandma. - Posted by: Connor Russell Vinther (Brown) (Great-Grandson) on: Feb 12, 2022
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I wish to express my condolences to the family. I was truly to sadden to see that your mother had passed away. I hardly new her but just talking with her at the hospital, I truly admired her. She was a lovely person with a beautiful smile. - Posted by: Diane Wowczuk (Your Mothers roommate recently at St.Boniface Hosp April 27-) on: May 17, 2012
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First I would give my condolences to the whole Winther Family over there.I am so sorry for your loss. Edith was my Dad Erik's cousin, and every Christmas, Edith and him wrote each other a letter. Edith wrote in English and Dad in Danish, so I had to translate Edith's letter for Dad. My Dad was always looking forward to have those Christmas letters. I remember Christmas 2009. Dad did not get any letter from Edith, and he was very worried, so after some work by the computer I finally found Harry Winther, who told me that Edith was in the hospital, but getting well. My Dad was very relieved to hear that, even if they only wrote letters to each other once a year, they were still close. I remember Edith visiting Tversted in the seventies, and that was so nice to meet her. She was very warmhearted. Gita Winther family from Denmark - Posted by: Gita Winther Elimar (Family from Denmark) on: May 17, 2012
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So sorry to read about Edith. We all thought of her from the time mom was moved to the medical floor. Edith was such a delightful lady - so stoic and cheerful. Know that we are thinking of you and wish you all well. - Posted by: Violet, Pat & Lloyd Whitehead (St. B. Hosp. room mate) on: May 17, 2012
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Sorry to hear about your Mom. Very happy that we had a visit with her the last time we were in the area. Love and condolences to the family. - Posted by: Audrey & Martin Stelnicki (Friends) on: May 16, 2012
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Auntie Edith was the dearest of ladies. Kind, sweet, loving, thoughtful and she loved a good chuckle. I'll always remember Christmas Eve at Granny and Grandpa Winther's...looking forward to those "special gifts that Dad (Kai) and Auntie Edith always exchanged. I think the chicken feet with the painted toe nails went back and forth for a number of years! I'm sure Auntie Edith is having a wonderful time in heaven right now.. As she rejoins her love...Uncle Marvin. We'll all miss you.... - Posted by: Faith (Winther) Haack (niece) on: May 16, 2012
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I wish to extend my sincere sympathy to the family and this sad time. My thoughts and prayers are with you - Posted by: Phyllis Cook (Friend) on: May 16, 2012
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A lady who always had a smile and acknowledged you every time we met. Will be missed by all. Our deepest sympathy to the family. - Posted by: The Gillespie family of Dugald (Friends) on: May 16, 2012
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We wish to express our condolences to Edith's family. She was a lovely lady, always greeting you with a smile. She will be missed. - Posted by: Doreen & Stewart Colbert (Neighbor) on: May 16, 2012