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JOANNE MARIE COOKSON

Born: Jun 21, 1968

Date of Passing: Nov 20, 2017

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JOANNE MARIE COOKSON June 21, 1968 November 20, 2017 Suddenly, on November 20, 2017 at the Stonewall Hospital, at the age of 49, Joanne Marie Cookson passed away. Joanne is survived by her mom Shirley; brother Billy (Shelley); nieces, Brandi (Adam), Kaitlyn (Willy), Carlee (Ryan). Joanne is also survived by her special great- niece and nephews, Victoria, Ethan and Emmitt, as well as her extended nieces and nephews. She is also survived by numerous friends she considered family. Joanne is also survived by her special longtime friend Carl Findley. Joanne was predeceased by her loving dad Roger Cookson; her grandma and grandpa Blake; her grandma and grandpa Cookson and her uncle Doug Blake. Joanne was born on June 21, 1968 in Carberry, Manitoba. She lived in Austin and Plumas, before settling in Teulon with her family, until her untimely passing. Joanne worked at Kookum's Place Day Care as a director for many years where she could extend her love to all the kids and staff that she considered family. We would at this time like to thank the following people who tried to save Joanne on that stormy night. A special thank you to David and Dawn Carey who were the first people on the scene. We appreciate everything you tried to do. We would also like to thank anyone else on scene. Thanks to the Stonewall Ambulance, the staff and doctors at Stonewall Hospital, Vics Autobody and Towing and MacKenzie Funeral Home. A private family / close friends service will be held. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Kookum's Place Day Care, 181 Higgins Avenue, Winnipeg, MB, R3B 3G1 or The Heart and Stroke Foundation, Suite 200 6 Donald Street, Winnipeg, MB, R3L 0K6. MacKenzie Funeral Home, Teulon 204-467-2525 info@mackenziefh.com
Publish Date: Nov 25, 2017

JOANNE MARIE COOKSON Suddenly, on Monday, November 20, 2017 at the Stonewall and District Health Centre, Joanne Cookson passed away. A private family service will take place. Longer obituary to follow. MacKenzie Funeral Home Teulon 204-467-2525 info@mackenziefh.com
Publish Date: Nov 23, 2017

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 25, 2017

Condolences & Memories (10 entries)

  • My condolences to her friends and family. I will always remember the passion and commitment she had for her work and the cheerfulness with which she would greet me. - Posted by: Shab (friend/acquiantance) on: Dec 14, 2017

  • We share the sorrow with Shirley Billy Shelly and family. Joanne's smile will be remembered. - Posted by: Harry and Bev Blake and family (cousin) on: Dec 01, 2017

  • So very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts are with you all at this difficult time. - Posted by: Julianna Roberts (Friend) on: Nov 26, 2017

  • Joanne was a joy to work with at the Teulon Day Care. Always a friendly cheerful person. The entire community will miss her. Our deepest sympathies for your loss. To Shirley, Bill, Shelley and families our prayers and thoughts are with you. - Posted by: Sharon and Ken Green (Waluk) (Friends) on: Nov 26, 2017

  • Deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Joanne. Sorry for your loss. - Posted by: Brenda Tonn () on: Nov 25, 2017

  • Her smiling face and generous personality will always be in our memories. Our love goes out to Aunt Shirley, Billy and Shelly and family and her friends. - Posted by: Darlene and Lance McKenzie (Cousin) on: Nov 25, 2017

  • My deepest sympathy to Joanne's family and friends. May she rest in peace. Lois - Posted by: Lois Luke (Friend) on: Nov 25, 2017

  • Our sympathy go out to Shirley, Bill and Shelly and their family and also to the management and staff at Kookums day care. - Posted by: Ed and Adeline Helwer (Friends) on: Nov 24, 2017

  • Whenever we saw her walking on the street, bowling alley or store she always had a smile for everyone and good conversation. She will be missed. Sorry for your family loss. - Posted by: Myrna Hammerberg (Kim) (friend) on: Nov 24, 2017

  • Our hearts go out to you all at this time. The shock and pain may be a long time healing, but all the good memories of her will never leave you. She will always be in your hearts. Please give each other hugs from us and know that we are thinking of you. - Posted by: Terry & Wendy Enstrom (Friends) on: Nov 23, 2017

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