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MARYANNE PATRICIA BRACKEN
Date of Passing: Aug 06, 2016
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MARYANNE PATRICIA BRACKEN On August 6, 2016, Maryanne Bracken, wife, mother, sister, grandmother, "Nanny" and friend died suddenly, but peacefully, at her Minaki cottage. She was predeceased by her parents, Barney, Kay and Betty Medland. Maryanne had a happy childhood growing up in a boisterous household with her sisters and brother. Summers at the cottage were always looked forward to with great excitement and anticipation. These wonderful times led to her lifelong love of Minaki. Maryanne married Doug Bruce in 1971. Daughter Laura and son Michael completed the family. Maryanne was extremely proud of her two children and grandchildren and their accomplishments. Laura and Jason Harvey's children, Kaitlyn and Josh, who arrived years later, became one of the great joys of Maryanne's life. During her late 40s/early 50s, as a single parent, Maryanne went back to university. Graduating with a Bachelor of Nursing degree, she held a respected Community Palliative Care nursing position for many years. She was a lifelong member and supporter of St. George's Anglican Church, Grosvenor and Wilton. Maryanne had many interests and talents. She was a competitive swimmer, enthusiastic hockey player, animal lover, gardener, carpenter, mechanic, bushwhacker, and home renovator. She was, however, not a great chef; her signature dish being grilled cheese sandwiches. Maryanne had a gift and talent for friendships as well as great joie de vivre. She brought sunshine, love and laughter to all who knew her. In 2007, Maryanne met and fell in love with Richard Bracken. They married on June 2, 2012, and she was warmly embraced by the entire Bracken clan, specifically her stepsons Taylor (Hailey), David (Nikki), Geoff (Ashley and Sloane), and John Bracken (Katie and Leighton). This was one of the happiest times in Maryanne's life. Maryanne will be remembered as a warm, loving, generous woman. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. A celebration of Maryanne's life will be held on Tuesday, August 23 at 3:00 p.m. at St. George's Anglican Church, 168 Wilton St. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Habitat for Humanity or the Winnipeg Humane Society. THOMSON FUNERAL HOME 669 BROADWAY, WINNIPEG, MB R3C 0X4 204-783-7211 Condolences may be sent to www.thomsonfuneralchapel.com
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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Aug 13, 2016
Condolences & Memories (2 entries)
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I worked as a community palliative care nurse with Maryanne. She was loved and appreciated by the many families she touched as she helped their loved one through a peaceful death. She has some very special people waiting for her. It was an honour and a blessing to know you sweetie. - Posted by: Tammie-Lee (Friend and past co-worker ) on: Aug 17, 2016
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I am very sorry for your loss. Maryanne was a warm, vibrant person who loved life. She will be greatly missed. Our son Daniel and Maryanne’s son, Michael, were good friends during their elementary school years. They spent many happy hours riding their bicycles on the monkey trails near Assiniboine Park. While riding the trails one day, Daniel took a nasty spill on his bike scraping up his knee and leg. Maryanne took the time to walk over with the boys to our house to chat with me about the damage and reassure me that all would be well. Maryanne was very thoughtful in this way. She didn’t hesitate to take you under her wing and look after you. Wishing you all peace at this time, Barbara and Kevin Coombs - Posted by: Barbara Coombs () on: Aug 13, 2016
