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ELSIE BERNICE BRUNGER
Date of Passing: Jul 26, 2012
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryELSIE BERNICE BRUNGER March 1, 1937 - July 26, 2012 With great sadness we announce the passing of our mother and grandmother, Elsie Brunger of Woodlands, gracefully on Thursday, July 26, 2012, at the Selkirk Hospital after a long and difficult journey. Elsie was born and raised in Warren, Manitoba, the eighth child of Benjamin and Marjorie King. In 1954, she moved to Inwood, Manitoba, to teach at Rondeau School. There she met Jorgen Brunger, the love of her life, and they were wed in 1956. In 1958, they moved to the Woodlands area where they farmed, worked in Winnipeg, and raised their children until Jorgen's untimely death when Elsie was just 40 years old. When Jorgen became sick, Elsie took a job at Josten's School Services, knowing that she would one day be raising the children on her own. She was a valuable employee and team leader there from 1973 to 1993. She married Ernest Naf of Angusville in 1980. He was her partner in life until his death in 1997. Committed to her faith, Elsie dedicated her life to service to others. She was a strong community leader for over 40 years, forming as well as managing the Meadow Lea United Church youth groups (1965 to 1980) and the Four Corners 4-H Club (1970 to 1980); acting as secretary to the Meadow Lea United Church Women's group for 46 years (1964 to 2010); and working behind the scenes to keep her little church alive and vibrant, holding various positions on the Board and even supplying its organists (her children) from 1974 to present. In 1998, following the death of husband Ernie, she took training and became a Church clown. She described this as a way to don the mask of her new identity as a widow for the second time. Tilly the Clown facilitated at Church services and was a well- loved presence at community children's events. Elsie was predeceased by her husband Jorgen Brunger (1977), husband Ernie Naf (1997), son David Andrew Brunger (1991), sister Jennie Horsman, and brother Ron King. Left behind to mourn her loss and celebrate her legacy are: daughters Karen (Louis Radocchia) of Toronto, Fern (Michael Duckett) of St. John's and Montreal, Eva (Stuart Finch) of Marquette, and son Darryl (Kristen Hooper) of Woodlands; grandchildren Rianna Radocchia (Adam Maloney) of Perth, Australia, Jasmine Prior, Elissa Radocchia, India Prior, Julian Radocchia, David Walker, Tristan Brunger, Selena Walker, Ethan Brunger, and Jordan Brunger; sisters Myrtle (Gordon) Smith of Eriksdale and Doris (Jim) Hunter of Warren, and brothers Marvin (Eileen) King of Warren and Harold (Doreen) King of Winnipeg; and numerous beloved in-laws, nieces and nephews. Faith, Hope and Love; But the Greatest of these is Love Memorial Service will be held on Sunday, July 29, 2012, at 1:00 p.m. at Warren United Church, with lunch to follow at Warren Hall. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in the name of Elsie Brunger to the Meadow Lea United Church Memorial Fund, P.O. Box 52, Marquette Manitoba, R0H 0V0. MACKENZIE FUNERAL CHAPEL STONEWALL (204) 467-2525 mackhome@mts.net
Publish Date: Jul 28, 2012
ELSIE BERNICE BRUNGER It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Elsie Bernice Brunger of Woodlands, MB, gracefully on July 26, 2012 at Selkirk General Hospital after a long and difficult journey. Arrangements pending. MACKENZIE FUNERAL CHAPEL STONEWALL (204) 467-2525 mackhome@mts.net
Publish Date: Jul 27, 2012
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 28, 2012
Condolences & Memories (13 entries)
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Dear Fern: I was saddened to learn your mother's passing. My thoughts are with you during the very difficult time. Take care! Sincerely yours Peter - Posted by: Peter Wang (Colleague) on: Aug 02, 2012
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Fern, I was very sorry to hear of your mom's death after such a long battle. Love and strength to you and your family. Kelly - Posted by: Kelly Monaghan () on: Aug 02, 2012
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So sorry to hear about the loss of your mother Fern. My thoughts are with you and your family. - Posted by: Jane (Co-worker and friend) on: Jul 31, 2012
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Dear Fern, Please accept my condolences on the loss of your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family members. I wish you all strength to grapple through this difficult time. Veeresh - Posted by: Veeresh Gadag (Friend and colleague of Fern Brunger) on: Jul 31, 2012
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Sending wishes of comfort to Karen, Fern, Darryl, Eva and families from Auntie Etta. - Posted by: Henrietta Olson (sister-in-law) on: Jul 30, 2012
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Great memories of Auntie Elsie's warmth and loving ways. Our thoughts are with you. - Posted by: Marion, Barry, Jennifer and Anna (niece and family) on: Jul 29, 2012
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may love be with family and friends at this difficult time. - Posted by: Noah King (great aunt) on: Jul 28, 2012
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My condolences on the loss of Elsie. I have often wondered where the Brunger family was now. My last memories are from when Mr Brunger passed away. I also remember Elsie driving to and from work everyday at Josten's when we were all in school. My sympathies to all of you! - Posted by: Bernie Savoie (Elementary and high school friend of Fern) on: Jul 28, 2012
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May you all find comfort in knowing that your mom has now joined with your dad, the true love of her life. She loved all of you so much.....remember all the good times and may God Bless you for being such a great family. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you throught this difficult jouney of your lives. Your Mom's true friend,, June - Posted by: June and Fred Reece (True Friends) on: Jul 28, 2012
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Auntie Elsie has earned her wings and soars with the angels! Sending love and blessings of comfort to you all. - Posted by: Iris Strong, Lorne Chernoff; Kevin and Janine Strong (niece and family ) on: Jul 28, 2012
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Our thoughts to all of the family, we wish you strength and love and hope the memories of the wonderful love she gave all sustain you in this difficult time. - Posted by: Patricia, Tony and Anthony Radocchia (Family) on: Jul 27, 2012
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May you find strength in the love of family and in the warm embrace of friends. - Posted by: Maria Radocchia (Family Related) on: Jul 27, 2012
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Hold tight to memories for comfort, lean on your friends for strength, and always remember how much you are cared about. - Posted by: Mario, Toni, Chris, Michael & Hilda Radocchia (Family Members) on: Jul 27, 2012