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NELLY ALICE ROHDE
Born: Mar 23, 1922
Date of Passing: Nov 09, 2018
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryNELLY ALICE ROHDE In the early hours of November 9, 2018, our beloved wife and mother, Nelly, passed away with her husband of 73 years, Gustel, holding her hand. Nelly was born on March 23, 1922 to Otto and Herta Lange in Hrobakov, Poland. Her mother was widowed when Nelly was seven and her brother Gerhardt was five. Nelly and Gerhardt helped their mother in her restaurant/inn with a lot of responsibilities put on those young shoulders, which resulted in both having unbelievable work ethics. Nearing the end of the Second World War, Nelly and her mom left Poland for Bremke, Germany by horse and wagon in November, witnessing the terrible effects of war on the way. On September 29, 1945 Nelly married Gustel Rohde. After the war Dad had a small trucking business that required him to travel long distances throughout Europe leaving Nelly and their daughters, Brigitte and Marita in Bremke. A decision was made for the unity of the family to immigrate to Canada where Mom's brother, mother and stepfather, Joseph Burchardt, had settled. Mom and Dad, aged 31, landed in Canada in November, 1953 with Brigitte, aged seven, and Marita, aged four. Mom almost immediately started working in Gerhardt's bakery Konditorei Lange/ Langes Pastry Shop where she worked until she was 72 years old. Mom provided so much for her family. She kept an immaculate home which always had delicious smells of unbelievable meals readily available to whoever dropped in (and we always had cake). Her knitting skills provided many afghans, scarfs, hats, mitts and sweaters to many people (if you have one of Mom's afghans, wrap up in it and know she is giving you a hug). She also loved embroidery, making tablecloth sets with napkins for all five of her grandchildren, ten great-grandchildren and two great-great-granddaughters. Mom was a beautiful woman in every way. She had a generous and kind heart, a humble soul and an attitude of never complaining, always looking on the bright side. Everyone remembers the great times at the cottage at Echo Bay where she personally taught all five grandchildren to waterski. The meals, the card playing, the beds that smelled so good, the laughter and the love that made our family is because of her. At age 65, Mom and Dad moved from Arrowwood Drive to their river paradise on Scotia Stree. They stayed on Scotia until age 85. Everyone always commented on the beautiful flowers that Mom lovingly planted and enjoyed, making it a spectacular home. At 85, they moved to 21 Roslyn Road, overlooking the river, where they lived for 10 years. This past July, they moved to Thorvaldson Care Centre, a truly remarkable home. Thank you everyone there who gave Mom and Dad such loving care. Mom blossomed there doing morning exercises, playing cards and developing a love of Shuffleboard (which she played and won the day she died). Nelly is survived by her partner for life, Gustel; her daughters, Brigitte DeLeeuw and Marita Kith (Kissack); Brigitte's children, Ryan DeLeeuw (Gaby, Adah, Marcus), Deanne DeLeeuw Dante (Eric, Otis, Levi); Marita's children, Chad Kissack (Griffin, Daveena, Krystal, Jazmyne, Aryanna), Coco Kissack (Kitzianna, MacKenzie, April) and Kierra Kissack (Jeff Shirley, Katarina). She is also survived by her sisters-in-law, Ursula Lange and Adi Rohde, as well as nephew Dirk Lange and niece Brita Chell. Memorial service will be held on Friday, November 23, 2018 at 10:00 a.m. at Glen Eden Funeral Home, 4477 Main Street, West St. Paul, MB. Family and friends may sign a Book of Condolence at www.glenedenmemorial.ca. Glen Eden Funeral Home & Cemetery 204-338-7111
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 17, 2018
Condolences & Memories (9 entries)
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Opi, Brigitte & family, Marita, Chad, Coco, Kiera and all the families , We send our deepest condolences to all. Omi, such a special lady and the anchor in your families. Treasure her memory and all those times that were extra special because she was there. Love to all. - Posted by: Bernice & Ed Zorn (Friends of Marita & ‘ the kids ‘.) on: Nov 27, 2018
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Our sincere condolences to Gus, Brigitte and family. Nelly was a lovely, happy and friendly person who we remember so fondly from our summers at Clearwater Bay so many years ago. Always smiling...even after taking a dip in the frigid lake water early spring, when it was even too cold for us teenagers! May your loving memories sustain you through this difficult time. Sincerely, Charlie and Deb Guertin - Posted by: Charlie and Deb Guertin (Family friends) on: Nov 21, 2018
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Such a caring, patient, friendly, positive woman. Best memory - on a rainy day driving in to Keewatin and Omi buying me toy soldiers. Now Chad “DON’T TELL OPI!!! #luvuOmi - Posted by: Chad Kissack (Grandson) on: Nov 20, 2018
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Brigitte and family--my sincere condolences on the passing of your mother. How fortunate you are to have had her in your lives for so many years. What precious memories to help sustain you in this time of sorrow. Elaine - Posted by: Elaine Primeau (Friend of Brigitte and Marita) on: Nov 19, 2018
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I was a frequent customer at Lange's and certainly remember Nelly's friendly service. - Posted by: Traute Klein (customer at Lange's) on: Nov 17, 2018
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Sincere condolences on the loss of your precious mother. I empathize to the nth degree. I will never forget the summer we spent on Arrowwood Drive and your parents' hospitality, not to mention the Langes' cookies. Wrap yourselves in each other at this time of sadness and grief and remember all the sweet memories you shared together. - Posted by: Lana Storey (friend of Brigitte and Marita) on: Nov 17, 2018
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Omi you were such an amazing person. You were such a kind and caring person. So sweet. I will miss you very much. And you will always and forever be in my heart. Love always and forever, Krystal. - Posted by: Krystal (Granddaughter) on: Nov 17, 2018
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Omi was an awsome person. I'm so very lucky to have been able to be her great-granddaughter. I love her sooooo much!! And miss her sooooo much!!!! She will always be in my heart. Love always and forever Jazmyne. - Posted by: Jazmyne (Great-granddaughter) on: Nov 17, 2018
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I love you Omi! I was so lucky to be your great-granddaughter. I'm happy that you're not in pain and you're in a good place. And I hope you're having fun in heaven playing chess with your family and friends. I will miss you very much! Love always and forever Arianna, your great-granddaughter. - Posted by: Arianna (Great grandaughter) on: Nov 17, 2018
