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EDNA RUTH PAULENE GIESBRECHT (POSCHNER)
Born: Jan 09, 1939
Date of Passing: Apr 21, 2013
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryEDNA RUTH PAULENE GIESBRECHT (nee POSCHNER) January 9, 1939 April 21, 2013 On April 21, 2013, Edna peacefully passed away with her family by her side at the Riverview Health Centre at the age of 74. She is survived by her daughter Phyllis McNeil (Rick Fleming), her son Don Giesbrecht (Racquel), her loving grandchildren Aila, Josh, Jane, Ben and great-granddaughter Faith. Mom grew up in the Whitemouth District with 12 brothers and sisters. She met the love of her life while working as a cashier at Penner Foods in Steinbach and it only took five consecutive trips through her cashier station for her to notice him and agree to a date. They were married on December 27, 1964. Their married years were spent in Carman, where Dad was a school teacher and mom, while occasionally working outside of the home, was a wonderful wife and mother who made her house a welcoming home for all. We were so fortunate to have such a loving, caring and accepting mother and grandmother. Her sudden loss leaves us with deep sorrow, but rest easier knowing that she is reunited in Heaven with her loving husband and many family and friends. We love you and miss you Mom. We would like to thank all of the family and friends for their support and love. We would also like to thank the amazing staff at Riverview Health Centre (though Mom's time was brief with you) and St. Boniface Hospital. Your care and compassion during our time of shock and need cannot be understated. Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, April 24, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. at Friends Community Church with Pastor Dale Warkentin officiating. Viewing will take place from Doyle's Funeral Chapel on Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. In keeping with Mom's wishes cremation will take place and interment will be in Greenwood Cemetery, Carman. Memorial donations may be made to the Riverview Health Centre Foundation, 1 Morley Street, Winnipeg, MB R3L 2P4 or to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 6 Donald St., Winnipeg, MB R3L 0K6. Doyle's Funeral Chapel in care of arrangements. www.doylesfuneralchapel.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 23, 2013
Condolences & Memories (10 entries)
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My thoughts and prayers continue to be with you, Phyllis, Rick, Don & Raquel, Aila, Josh, Anna, Jane and Ben. I know how precious she was to you; you were to her! I will miss this very special friend. - Posted by: Grace Willms Lawler (Family Friend) on: Apr 28, 2013
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My sincere sympathies and love to Donald & Raquel and Phyllis and the children in your families. I treasure the memories of Aunt Edna and all the wonderful times we have had in the past visits, Scrabble games and phone calls. - Posted by: Sylvia Advent (Niece) on: Apr 24, 2013
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Edna was one of my best friend growing up in Whitemouth Lake. Edna was always helpful & kind and a leader for good. I will miss her very much, she was a special person in my life. "Don't cry for what's gone, smile for what happened" I will see Edna in heaven. Judy - Posted by: Judy Zimmerman (Friend) on: Apr 24, 2013
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My thoughts and prayers are with you, Phyllis and Don and your extended family and friends, during this time of loss. Our loss is Heaven's gain. May the Lord also comfort you. - Posted by: James Regehr (Family Friend) on: Apr 24, 2013
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My sympathies go out to Don and the rest of his family. I would like to attend the funeral but am in Nicaragua right now. I remember the one trip Edna made with me and my Mom and Aunt to Minneapolis when I flew to Nicaragua. We had a great time with Edna. Wonderful memories. I'm praying for you. - Posted by: Katherine Schulz (relative) on: Apr 24, 2013
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Thinking of you Aila, First your grandfather was my teacher and then I was your teacher - It's the circle of life. Take Care - Posted by: Cathy (Kitching) Gamble () on: Apr 23, 2013
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I always felt like Mrs. Giesbrecht was my second Mom and I will miss her very much. She was very dear to me. I will always cherish the many memories with the Giesbrecht family. So glad my son Brayden got to know her too. Deepest sympathies to Phyllis, Don and your families. - Posted by: Janice and Brayden Antoniuk (family friends) on: Apr 23, 2013
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Sympathy goes out to Don & family, Phyllis & family. Your parents were great people & friends. I remember the many good visits we had with your family. God Bless You in the days ahead. Love, Julia & family - Posted by: Julia Elias (family friend) on: Apr 23, 2013
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Edna was not just a sister-in-law, she was very special friend. I will miss our talks & get togethers. - Posted by: Helena Poschner (sister- inlaw) on: Apr 23, 2013
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My sympathies are being sent to Don, Racquel, their 2 children as well as the rest of the Geisbrecht family at this very sad time. Hoping you find comfort in the love that is surrounding you as well as the love we are sending you from afar. - Posted by: Cynthia Dempsey (Colleague of Don's) on: Apr 23, 2013