MOLLY SWIRSKY

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MOLLY SWIRSKY Molly Swirsky passed away July 29, 2014 at the Simkin Centre, where she had resided the last two years. She was predeceased by her husband of 71 years, Eric and by her four siblings. She is survived by her daughter Carolyn Rubin (Earl Standil), son Neil Swirsky (Elaine), grandchildren Shannon Villeneuve (Jean-Luc), Josh Rubin (Dana), Zak Rubin, Matthew Swirsky (Jackie), Amy Swirsky (Michael Schacter), and Jill Swirsky, great-grandchildren Makenna, Hunter, Addison, Kiera, Maya, Jacob, Zev, Seth, and Emily, sisters-in-law Doris Gilman, Gertie Chochinov, and Edith Gardner, brother-in-law Sam Swire (Rita), and numerous nieces and nephews. Molly, the daughter of Harry and Sarah Gardner, was born September 11, 1922 in Winnipeg. She grew up on McKenzie Street just around the corner from Eric who lived on Flora Avenue. They married on March 28, 1942. Two months later his army regiment was deployed overseas. They were apart until his safe return in December 1945. During his absence, Molly lived with her parents and worked in a drugstore. After they were reunited, they started a family and Eric went into business. For many years Molly worked part time at Mischa Pollock's clothing store on Selkirk Avenue where she was a superb salesperson. She later worked for Manitoba Lotteries Corporation until they both retired in 1987. They enjoyed many years with family and friends at their cottage in Winnipeg Beach, spent winters in Palm Springs, were regulars at the breakfast club at the McPhillips Street Burger King, and attended the Gwen Secter Centre every week. Molly was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and sister. She and Eric were inseparable and truly complemented each other, bringing different strengths to a very loving marriage. She was very energetic, outgoing and friendly to all, affectionate, generous, funny, analytical, organized, an excellent problem solver, decisive, strong-willed, and highly principled. A funeral service was held July 31, 2014 at Congregation Etz Chayim. The family would like to express their appreciation to staff at the Simkin Centre and especially to Molly's loving companion, Shauna Laoag. Donations in Molly's memory can be directed to the Saul and Claribel Simkin Centre, Gwen Secter Creative Living Centre or to the charity of choice.
Publish Date: Aug 16, 2014

MOLLY SWIRSKY Molly, wife of the late Eric Swirsky peacefully passed away on July 29, 2014 with her family at her side. A funeral service will be held on Thursday, July 31, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. at the Etz Chayim Synagogue. Interment will follow at the B'nai Abraham Cemetery. Longer notice to follow.
Publish Date: Jul 30, 2014

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Aug 16, 2014