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LOIS PRISCILLA BLACK (COLWELL)
Date of Passing: Jul 16, 2018
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryLOIS PRISCILLA BLACK (nee COLWELL) 1926 - 2018 With broken hearts, we announce the sudden passing of our family's matriarch, Lois Black (our Noni), with family by her side, on Monday, July 16, 2018 at St. Boniface Hospital. She was 91 years young and will live forever in our hearts. Noni is survived and sorely missed by her loving husband Jeff, her six children: Jeff (Cindy), Lindsay (Joseph), Patty (Richard), Jody (Doug), Kim (Ed) and Wendy (Rynie); her nine grandchildren: Richard, Ryan, Patrick, Peter, Kate, Ben, Georgia, Jackson and Sydney; her six great-grandchildren, brothers-in-law, Dr. Leon Rubin, Dr. Allan Hawkins, and sisters-in-law, Patty Johnstone and Hilda Colwell, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and great friends. Our Noni was the quintessential wife and mother. Our parents just celebrated their 67th anniversary and over the years shared a common love of life that always included family and friends. She would go to any lengths for her children and grandchildren and they were her pride and joy. There was always room at her table for family, friends and neighbours and especially out of town guests. She was the first to join any club and took a leadership role in most. She was a devoted member of her PEO Chapter H Sisterhood for over 60 years. Noni was an adventurer at heart and always jumped at the chance to go on a road trip, picnic or outing. Noni was proud of her Saskatchewan roots and loved reminiscing of her childhood spent on her grandparents' farm. She loved to sing and dance, and should have been on Broadway, but her true calling and passion was her family. She had six children before she even learned how to drive when she was in her 40s and drove until her 90s. She loved watching PBS music specials and often called to tell us to tune in. When guests came into town, she enjoyed being the ultimate tour guide and host. She was a huge sports fan and never missed a Jets or Bombers game. Noni was a kind, beautiful, generous soul and the person her family aspires to be. She was always happy and positive and lit up every room she entered. She was "our sunshine" and will forever be remembered. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, July 21, 2018 at Thomson "In the Park" Funeral Home, 1291 McGillivray Blvd., Winnipeg. If you so choose, a donation may be made to Siloam Mission, which was Noni's favourite charity, or a charity of your choice THOMSON "IN THE PARK" 204-925-1120 Condolences may be sent to www.thomsoninthepark.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 19, 2018
Condolences & Memories (9 entries)
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Jody and Family, we are so very sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. She was a wonderful lady, always smiling and so very kind. Our sincere condolences to you all. Take joy in all the memories. Joan (Cleugh) and Ken Jarvie - Posted by: Joan and Ken Jarvie (Friend) on: Aug 13, 2018
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Our condolences to Jeff and his family. We haven't seen Lois and Jeff for a number of years but I have kept in touch through Christmas notes and have gathered how proud she has been of all of you and how much she has loved each of you - husband, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Your tribute descibes my memory of her to a tee. I recall many visits to Winnipeg from Regina with my folks where we were welcomed with open arms and had great visits. Later, when we first moved to Ottawa, we visited the family in Toronto and years later stopped in at the Winnipeg home en route from Regina to Ottawa. That welcome is remembered by our sons as well as we were hungry and hot – 90 degrees + what a welcome – food, swimming pool, beds and great conversation. Lorna, Richard, Roger and Tim Guttormson Ottawa (Roger in Toronto) - Posted by: Lorna guttormson (Cousin) on: Jul 28, 2018
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I have been a friend of the Black family since the day I was born. Jeff and my father were best of friends. We met regularly for fun and frivolity. Never a dull moment when we got together. As an adult I moved to Winnipeg to go to university. Lois and Jeff accepted me into their home and made me feel like a part of the family. Lois was constantly inviting me for dinners, and was the best listener, and a wonderful cook. As a struggling, starving, poor, student, she was always sending me home with food. Something I greatly appreciated and love her for. The Black family members in Winnipeg also welcomed me into the "family" and always made me feel at home. Nothing but good times, anytime we were together. I will especially always be greatful to Lois, whom one night, when I was heading home with a thinly insulted bomber jacket, at a mere -20 degrees, she refused to let me leave dressed like that. I was usher to the basement and was given a huge, puffy, dark blue, down filled, bomber jacket, with a full "anteater" hood. Within minutes of putting it on I was sweating. As I emerged from the basement, with the full hood zipped up, because I thought it was hilarious, but with a straight face, a hug, and well wishes for the week, I was allowed to leave Lois's home. Knowing I'd be warm forever, Lois let me leave. That was the best jacket I've ever had, I cherished it forever, and am eternally grateful for Lois, "making" me take that jacket. I truly believe I would not be here today, if I'd had to have tried to get through a Manitoba winter, with that thin, jacket. That is only one of many stories I could tell of Lois's generosity and kindness. She will be in my heart forever, and I'm proud to say I will love her forever. - Posted by: Bill Setka (Lifetime family friend) on: Jul 26, 2018
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What a magnificent life ! Condolences to Jeff and families from an old Wildwood Park neighbour and HBC workmate. - Posted by: Cathy & Waybe Finlay (former neighbour) on: Jul 26, 2018
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Lois was a special person. I will never forget her. Condolences from my family to yours. - Posted by: Linda lynds (Friend) on: Jul 20, 2018
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Kim, I am so sorry for your loss. Words cannot express the feelings experienced by the passing of our mother, they are the only person who have known us before birth and the void left is immeasurable. May the memories lift you up in this time of sorrow. Take care of yourself Kim. Condolences to the entire family. - Posted by: Dominique (Work friend) on: Jul 20, 2018
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We first met Lois and Jeff when Sydney was just a baby. Every time they had Sydney they would bring her to the restaurant to see us and it was a great pleasure to watch Sydney grow up! Lois was a great lady. Our thoughts and prayers to Jeff and his family. - Posted by: Gail's on Garry (Lois and Jeff came into the restaurant all the time) on: Jul 20, 2018
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My sincerest condolences to the family. I only met her a couple of times, but the warmth and kindess you talk about in your tribute is exactly how I think of her. Your tribute is beautiful, and I can feel both the love and loss you all share. Remember the good times, it will carry you through the rough times. Warmest thoughts. - Posted by: Laurie Barthles (Friend of Wendy) on: Jul 19, 2018
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We're so sorry for the sudden loss of your Mother. I know how much you love your parents and it's such a shock when we lose one so suddenly. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all of your family. May she rest in peace. Xoxo - Posted by: Sue and Rick Ingleton (Friends) on: Jul 19, 2018
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