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MERLE CORDELIA WEBSTER (LARSEN)
Born: Feb 24, 1925
Date of Passing: Aug 31, 2014
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryMERLE CORDELIA WEBSTER (nee LARSEN) February 24, 1925 to August 31, 2014 Born in Yellow Grass, Saskatchewan to Cordelia Merle (Bailey) Larsen and Chester Arthur Larsen, Merle was the youngest and last remaining sibling of the four "Larsen Girls" who grew up in Neilburg, Saskatchewan in the depression era of the "Dirty Thirties". Merle stated that they didn't have much but what they had was clean and well looked after and hard work was the only way to make something of yourself. Merle was always a big proponent of education for her children and grandchildren and she herself pursued a career in nursing, becoming a Registered Nurse in the late 1940s. She was extremely independent and an early believer in women becoming successful and independent in their own right. Merle nursed in hospitals in rural Saskatchewan, Vancouver, Whitehorse and Saskatoon where she worked on the pediatric wards and cared for premature babies. Merle always said that her Dad was saddled with four girls, but he raised them as boys so no one ever pushed any of the Larsen girls around as they could box and wrestle with the best of them. Being extremely athletic all of her life, Merle excelled at acrobatics, horseback riding and softball in her youth and was an active curler at the Assiniboine Memorial Curling club and golfer at John Blumberg until a couple of years ago. She loved to keep busy and was always "getting things done". In the summer her passion was gardening. Any time after the snow had melted she could be found digging, weeding, planting, watering, dead-heading and fertilizing her flowers and plants at the family cottage or in her yard, which she took great joy in. This ability to continue working tirelessly long after people much younger than her had thrown in the towel put her on par with the "Energizer Bunny". Married to John Hope Webster of Scotland for nearly 60 years, they sadly lost their first born, Bruce Alexander but happily raised two children, John Larsen and Fiona Margaret, and were instrumental in the lives of their grandchildren, Stephanie Webster, Chet Mourant, Alex Webster and Wade Mourant. Merle, also known to the grandchildren as "the Gran-ster" attended any and all of the school or sporting events that her grandkids were involved in, including acting, dancing, singing, band, diving, hockey, soccer or rugby events ...and always watched and supported their efforts with quiet pride. Merle and John travelled extensively around the world in later years and she was hard pressed to pick her favourite trips from among their voyages to the UK, Scandinavia, Africa, Australia, Asia or India, but certainly winter holidays on the beach with all the grandchildren or family reunions with her many sisters' children were amongst the highlights of her travels. Merle was a voracious reader. She loved exploring new learning opportunities and after the sun had set you could find her curled up with anything from old nursing text books, a good historical fiction, the latest gardening magazine or glued to an intriguing pocket book she had heard about. She was fascinated by crafts and became quite good at ceramic pottery and painting and her creativity resulted in a multitude of teapots, plates, flower vases, Halloween, Highland Dancing and school play costumes, which she always made by hand, over her many years. She was a hard worker and never shirked her responsibilities with respect to any endeavour she was tasked with or felt was her responsibility to undertake. Never one to seek attention or the spotlight, she was self effacing, modest and humble, but those who knew her well had a glimpse into the metal that made up her character and the positive impact she had on so many lives quietly behind scenes. She will be sadly missed by her husband, children, grandchildren, nieces and nephews for her wise counsel, peppery attitude and genuine concern and love she had for her family, but she will also feature fondly in the many wonderful memories that we all have of her time here with us. As per her wishes, cremation has taken place and a "Memorial Celebration" is planned for Saturday, October 11 at The Gates on Roblin, 6945 Roblin Boulevard between 1:00 and 3:00 p.m. THOMSON FUNERAL HOME 783-7211 Condolences may be sent to www.thomsonfuneralchapel.com
Publish Date: Sep 6, 2014
MERLE CORDELIA WEBSTER (nee LARSEN) February 24, 1925 - August 31, 2014 Suddenly in Winnipeg, on Sunday, August 31st, Merle Webster, wife of John Hope Webster, mother to Fiona (Ken Mourant) and John (Marie Harnois) and grandmother to Stephanie Webster, Chet Mourant, Alex Webster and Wade Mourant, died at 89 years of age and she is already greatly missed by her family. A full obituary will follow, including details on a "Family and Friends Memorial Celebration" to take place in the very near future here in Winnipeg. THOMSON FUNERAL HOME 669 BROADWAY, WINNIPEG, MB R3C OX4 204-783-7211 Condolences may be sent to www.thomsonfuneralchapel.com
Publish Date: Sep 3, 2014
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Sep 06, 2014
Condolences & Memories (13 entries)
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Fiona, John and Family. I just learned of Mrs. Webster's passing with great sadness. Mrs. Webster was a very classy lady and you could tell she was very proud of her family. Our sincere condolences go out to you all during this difficult time. - Posted by: Jennifer and Rob Cairns (Friend) on: Dec 02, 2014
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Mr Webster, Fiona, John, our deepest heartfelt condolences go out to you all. Your family was always so nice to me and I have very fond memories of the times and conversations we had had in the past. Just know that you are in our thoughts and prayers - Posted by: chenoa and terry deegan (friend) on: Sep 13, 2014
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I remember sleep overs with fond memories at the Webster house. Home made scones fresh from the oven, warning John and Fiona when they would be scrapping someone is going to get hurt. And of course she was right and she was always there to patch someone up. Full of energy and a love of her family always busy taking care of house and anyone who came into the Webster home. Our thoughts are with you all with the loss of your mom, grandma and the time you all have spent together. - Posted by: Cori (Dawley) Yakiwchuk (Galinee Bay Neighbor) on: Sep 11, 2014
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Dear John Sr, John and Fiona, We had been friends for over 50 years with many good times together. She will be missed. - Posted by: Doreen and Jim Burman (Friend) on: Sep 10, 2014
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We feel very privileged to have met her at the family RoundUp. Such a sweet lady. Our thoughts and prayers of comfort go out to you in this time of separation and loss. - Posted by: Trevor and Ginny Stevens (She was sister to my aunt Viola Larsen Armitstead) on: Sep 09, 2014
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So sorry to hear of the loss of your sweet Mom! She was a lovely lady! Thinking of your Father and all of you during this difficult time. - Posted by: Shirley Smith (Friend) on: Sep 08, 2014
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Mr. Webster, Fiona and John our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Mrs. Webster's warm and gentle personality will truly be missed. We always had wonderful conversations every time we met. - Posted by: Todd & Rachelle MacNeil (Friend) on: Sep 07, 2014
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We were so very sad to hear this news. Merle was a wonderful person, and a tireless partner to John & her children & grandchildren. Merle always struck us as such a humble person who worked so very hard to make a wonderful life for her family. We always enjoyed visiting her and John, and will miss her spirit, her many stories, and her laughter. - Posted by: Kamila & Drew Gourdie (Friends) on: Sep 07, 2014
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Fare-thee-weel, thou best and dearest! Thine be ilka joy and treasure, Peace, Enjoyment, Love and Pleasure! Ae fond kiss, and then we sever! Ae fareweel alas, for ever! So sadly missed but you leave me so many cherished memories x - Posted by: Alison Webster (Niece ) on: Sep 06, 2014
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to Webster family ---we knew Merle & John for many years--many fond memories-- our condolences on your loss--Allen, Schell & family. - Posted by: merle webster (neighbor) on: Sep 04, 2014
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Fiona and John, your Mom will be remembered fondly. She was a wonderful lady. I enjoyed every opportunity I had to visit with her, from strawberry picking to sailing. Sincere condolences to you and your family. - Posted by: Wendy Rand (Friend) on: Sep 04, 2014
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Take comfort, Fiona and John, in all the wonderful memories you have of your Mom. She was a very caring woman. I can picture Merle in her kitchen preparing food for all us "kids", from her delicious popcorn balls to homemade birthday cakes with hidden coins. Thinking of you both and all your family in this difficult time. - Posted by: Wendy Burman (Friend) on: Sep 03, 2014
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Fiona, John, and family. Thinking of you during this difficult time. Your mother was a very sweet lady. - Posted by: Renee Lamirande-Semenchuk (Friend) on: Sep 03, 2014
