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GERALDINE GRUNDY
Date of Passing: Dec 11, 2016
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryGERALDINE (GERRY) GRUNDY Suddenly, following a brief illness, it is with deep regret that we announce the death on December 11, 2016 of Geraldine (Gerry) Grundy, aged 77, of Winnipeg. Gerry is survived by one nephew and numerous cousins and extended family members located not only in Winnipeg, but throughout Canada. Gerry was predeceased by her parents, Rosalie Grundy (Drewrys), and William Albert Grundy, and her sister, Frances Labbus. A longtime West Kildonan resident, Gerry was employed as a young woman just out of school by the Hudson Bay Company. Gerry enjoyed telling the story of how, newly hired, she naively told the recruiter that she intended to work for one year at Hudson Bay before going on to other things. In May of 2004, Gerry retired from the Hudson Bay Company with just short of 45 years of service. Ironically, much of that time was spent in Human Resources - employing untold numbers of men and women and training and mentoring many others. In her early years with the company, Gerry participated in many of the activities organized by and for its staff members. This included sports, bowling and curling, and various trips, including through areas of Europe. Gerry took advantage of much of what Winnipeg had to offer in regards to music (symphony and opera), theatre (Manitoba Theatre Centre) and was a dedicated Jets and Bombers fan, loving to watch their games on television and cheer them on to victory. In accordance with Gerry's Wishes, a formal memorial service will not be held. Cremation has already taken place, and a private interment will be held at a later date. Grateful thanks go out to the compassionate and caring staff members of the WRHA Home Care Division and the Convalescent Home of Winnipeg. Memorial donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Several charities closest to Gerry's heart include, but are not limited to: Siloam Mission, 300 Princess Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3B 1M3, Heart and Stroke Foundation, 6 Donald Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3L 0K6, Alzheimer Society of Manitoba, 10-120 Donald Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3C 4G2, CancerCare Manitoba Foundation, 1160- 675 McDermot Ave., Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3E 0V9, Winnipeg Humane Society, 45 Hurst Way, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3T 0R3. THOMSON FUNERAL HOME 669 BROADWAY, WINNIPEG, MB R3C OX4 (204) 783-7211 Condolences may be sent to www.thomsonfuneralchapel.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 17, 2016
Condolences & Memories (3 entries)
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I was very saddened to hear of the passing of Gerry Grundy the other day. I worked many years with Gerry at the Bay downtown. She worked in human resources and I was a young manager. She guided and mentored all new hires and she showed me the ropes on how to manage payroll and most of all people. She was a caring person and I will never forget you Gerry. My deepest sympathies to your family and friends. I am thinking of you. rest peacefully Gerry. Des - Posted by: Desiree (Eidse)Blackmore (Co worker) on: May 22, 2017
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I knew Gerry for many many years. We worked together at the Bay downtown, then, later at Unicity. Gerry was not only a co worker, but she was, also, my mentor and became an incredible friend. I remember sitting down to meals with she and her mom at her home on Leila Ave and the many times she travelled out to Toronto to stay with my family. She was a tough cookie on the outside, but inside, she was a soft as marshmallow. I am sorry I didn't get the chance to see her before she passed away. I did, once, love her like a sister. - Posted by: Elizabeth Rogers (Friend and Co-Worker) on: Dec 21, 2016
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Very sorry to hear of your loss. I had the pleasure of working with Gerry for several years. She was a very lovely and personable woman. The very definition of "To know her is to love her". Yours very truly, with highest regards, Shayne Lewis - Posted by: Shayne Lewis (Friend former co worker) on: Dec 21, 2016
