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DEBBIE McLEAN 1952 - 2015 Peacefully at home with her family by her side, Debbie passed away on Wednesday, January 21, 2015 after a courageous battle with cancer. Left to cherish her memory are her loving daughters, Rhonda and Trina (Stefan), twin sister and best friend Susan, brother Jim (Reva), sister Heidi (Darcie), her one and only special grandson, Ryder, nieces and nephews Jennifer, Michelle, Dale, Bobbie, Michael, Tricia, Leslie, and special family friend Addie. She was predeceased by her parents. Debbie was born in Yorkton, Saskatchewan and moved to Winnipeg when she was three and grew up in the St. James community. Debbie spent many years working at the St. James Legion and ended her career with her dream job at Metropolitan Kiwanis Courts, working in the office and interacting with the residents. Debbie had a great zest for life, an eye for fashion, a true lady of class. She enjoyed helping and taking care of others. She loved meeting new people and was a social butterfly. Everybody who met Debbie loved her. She enjoyed travelling out east to visit family, shopping trips to the States and weekends away at the lake with her family and good friends. Family always came first for Debbie. Thanks to the doctors and nurses at CancerCare for their care and compassion. Memorial donations in lieu of flowers may be made to CancerCare Manitoba. A celebration of life will take place on Friday, January 30, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. at Westwood Community Church, 401 Westwood Drive. For those who wish to sign the online Guest Book please visit our website. www.chapellawn.ca 885-9715
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 24, 2015
Condolences & Memories (16 entries)
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Dear Susan. I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of Debbie. Words cannot express what I am feeling at this moment. I so remember our childhood and teenage years growing up together. Such fond memories I have together with the two of you. Her "light" will shine on through you. Rest in peace my friend. - Posted by: Gloria Bernas nee Smith (very best childhood friends) on: Apr 07, 2015
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Sorry to you Susan, Rhonda and Trina, Debbie was a friend a long time ago and recently seen her at a function. She was one classy lady and was always a lot of fun to be with. I know that she will be watching over her family as I know she earned her wings here on earth. My deepest condolences. - Posted by: Judi Vouriot (Friend) on: Feb 03, 2015
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My condolences to all of Debbie's family. My mother Eunice Ross was a resident of the Metropolitan Kiwanis Court and she adored Debbie. I will always be grateful to Debbie for her kindness, caring and compassion and wonderful sense of humour with my mother. - Posted by: Darlene Ross-Cook () on: Feb 03, 2015
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Susan & family, Debbie was a good person that never spoke bad about anybody. All I needed to do, to get her to smile, was say "hello smiley". It worked every time! She never disappointed me. I am so glad I had the pleasure to know her. She is now an angel looking down to watch over us. xoxo - Posted by: Karen Huyghebaert (Friend) on: Jan 28, 2015
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I only knew Debbie for a short while when I worked with her at St. James Legion. She was one special person who I considered a true friend who would do anything for you. My thoughts and best wishes go to all her family especially Susan. Debbie will be so missed by many. - Posted by: Margaret Taylor (Friend) on: Jan 28, 2015
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Mom I hope you have finally found peace, I hope you are in a place where you're no longer in pain. You were courageous and determined to fight cancer as best you could, and you fought until the very end. I will miss so many things about you, your laugh, your smile, but most of all I will miss talking to you and seeing you everyday. So many people miss you, and that shows how special of a woman you truly were that you touched so many people. I will love you forever. - Posted by: Trina Wielkopolan (daughter) on: Jan 27, 2015
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With sincere condolences to family and friends, My mother Hilda was a resident at Kiwanis and Debbie was always friendly and helpful to Mom, other residents and family members. Even after Mom moved from Kiwanis, Debbie was interested in her well being and ensured her mail was forwarded. I regret not being able to attend Debbie's Celebration of Life. Barbara Shumeley - Posted by: Barbara Shumeley (Kiwanis Resident, Daughter) on: Jan 27, 2015
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The bus to Mahnomen won't be the same without you Debbie. There will be a void of your laughter. Will do our best to Honour you by trying to fill it. Take a load off Girl. Time to rest easy. Miss you! - Posted by: Jim Walker (Friend) on: Jan 27, 2015
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my gosh where do i start...been a long time since i have seen Debbie..but always up beat happy lady..but the kids..not sure..i have known Rhonda her daughter for years..harvlong...Debbie use to say Rhonda lee and tammy get along....she always was there for everyone..through thick or thin...she had so much fun in whatever she did..and was there to help anyone that needed it..just like the rest of the family that was by her side for everything..rest in peace Debbie....from me and my family..we love you...xoxoxo..never will forget the beautiful fun moments growing up - Posted by: tammy andruchuk (friend) on: Jan 25, 2015
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RIP Mama bear......I will miss u forever! - Posted by: Michelle Galbraith (Family friend ) on: Jan 25, 2015
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What we have once enjoyed, we can never lose. All that we love deeply becomes part of us Her love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories, When you lose someone you love, you gain an angel you know. I miss you Deb you will always be in my heart - Posted by: Cynthia Lewicki (Friend ) on: Jan 25, 2015
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My mother, Eunice was a resident of Metropolitan Kiwanis Courts and Debbie was a true friend to her. She would take the time to make sure that Mom was happy and helped her out with the little details in her life that Mom couldn't manage but that Homecare didn't provide. When Mom was in the hospital, Debbie would always ask me how she was doing. Debbie would take the time to go and visit Mom in the hospital even though Debbie had her own illness to deal with. When I was travelling, I would email Debbie pictures from my trip and Debbie would print them and show them to my mom and put them on her fridge. It made my absence easier for my mom to deal with. When Mom moved into a nursing home, Debbie came to see her and make sure she was alright. She was a kind, thoughtful, generous person who my mom truly loved and appreciated. - Posted by: Kim Ross (Friend) on: Jan 25, 2015
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Dear Susan snd family, Debbie was very special to us both and will be remembered for ever. - Posted by: Rose & Don Baird (Friends) on: Jan 25, 2015
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She was a true kindred spririt. I will miss you my friend, you were such a good 'daughter' to my Dad, Ron he loved you so much. I'm so happy he got to talk to the day before you passed away. Love you! (To you Susan, know I'm thinking of you during this difficult time, love you) - Posted by: Bev Fraser (Friend) on: Jan 24, 2015
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you left us too soon kiwanis will never be the same without you thereI will check out the good looking firemen for you - Posted by: Eleanor Power (friend) on: Jan 24, 2015
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so sorry for your loss debbie was a wonderful lady who i had the utmost respect for she was a great person to work with while i was at kiwanis with homecare she will be missed god speed debbie - Posted by: kathypace (friend ) on: Jan 24, 2015