JOYCE ROSALYN SOPER

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JOYCE ROSALYN SOPER November 12, 1936 - July 17, 2017 Joyce is survived by her husband Bruce; daughter Lynne (Terry), granddaughters Joell, January (James and girls), Amber (Jason and girls); son Perry (Bonnie), grandchildren Lyndon, Shane and Alexa; daughter Kim (Steve), grandchildren Bobby, Bradly (Erin), Jade (Mike) and great-grandson Braxton; Glen (Teresa) grandsons Nic and Will; sister Gloria, brother Bill (Jan), brother-in-law Doug, sister-in-law Margaret, and cousins, nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her father Eric 1965, mother Edna 2007, daughter Dawn Marie 1971, and grandson Layne 1998. Joyce was born in Winnipeg, November 12, 1936 the eldest child of three born to Eric and Edna Bush. Joyce grew up moving across Canada with her family, as her father worked as a CN technical lineman. She graduated from high school in Neepawa and completed her practical nursing in Winnipeg. She then completed her practical training in Neepawa. Joyce married Bruce Soper on October 27, 1956 in Neepawa. They first farmed in Plumas, MB, then purchased their family farm in 1957 in Gladstone, MB. Joyce was a quiet person who loved the farm, gardening and children. She taught Sunday school at the United Church to the pre-school children for several years. She was always involved in her children's activities and volunteered many hours in the community, especially the skating rink. Joyce loved her flower gardens and made many preserves and pickles. Her grandchildren think Grandma's chocolate chip cookies were the best in the world. Joyce especially enjoyed her time with her family, her grandchildren and many family summer vacations. Joyce and Bruce spent many a winter in South Texas and later in British Columbia after their family were grown. Joyce became ill and took up residency at Third Crossing Manor in September 2016 and resided there until her passing. The family would like to thank the nursing and support staff at the care home for their wonderful care and compassion. A Celebration of Life service was held Friday, July 21, 2017 at Gladstone United Church at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Alzheimer Society Clarke's Funeral Home, Gladstone - MacGregor www.clarkesfuneralhome.com

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 29, 2017