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JOAN RITA HENKE (SCHARF)
Date of Passing: Apr 01, 2019
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JOAN RITA HENKE
(SCHARF)
For over 60 years she was the better half of the "Duo" known as Mama and Willie. Mama was raised in Oak Pointe, MB and was the youngest of 10 children. She met the love of her life when she moved to Winnipeg for work when she was a teenager. The duo was meant to be together and they used to joke that a Scharf was marrying a Henke. Joan and Wilf spent their working life in Winnipeg but going to the lake was a huge part of the Henke family's life. From the time the boys were young, Joan and Wilf made sure to spend every weekend enjoying the splendor of life at the cottage, first at Spruce Sands and then at their retirement home on the lake in Arnes, MB. There have been so many memories, so much love and friendship that have developed over the years that it will forever remain a cherished place for so many.
Joan is survived by her soulmate Wilfred, their two children, Darrell and Shawn, her much loved daughters-in-law, Susan and Robyn, and many loving nieces and nephews.
What is important to know about Joan is that she was truly the most loving and altruistic person anyone could know. Words cannot describe the truly angelic person she was. She honestly wanted the best for others, not just because it was the right thing to do, but because she truly cared more about her friends and family than she cared about anything else, a quality we all aspire to.
Before Joan passed she made a point to ask us to say thank you for the love and support expressed by her friends and family. She wanted you to know she loves you all and appreciates everything. She also wanted us to express her thanks to the staff of Ward H3 at the Health Science Centre for the amazing care and compassion that was shown not only to Mama, but the entire family.
As per Joan's wishes, there will be no funeral service.
Donations in Mama's memory may be made to CancerCare Manitoba or any charity that helps animals.
Ken Loehmer Funeral Services
204-886-0404
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 06, 2019
Condolences & Memories (14 entries)
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To the Henke family, I am one of the lucky people who had the honor of knowing Joan. From the house along the lake to vacationing in Rincón de Guayabitos, she never failed to be the amazing woman she was. On vacation she was my “out of country mom.” She was always there for me. I hadn’t seen Joan for a long time until I ran into her and Wilf recently at HSC. I was walking with my dad in her ward. It was a sad place for our meeting, but I am happy I had the chance to see and talk with her one last time. Joan, thank you for being you. You will be missed by more people than you will ever realize. Laurie Bylyna - Posted by: Laurie Bylyna (Friend) on: May 18, 2019
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Dear Uncle Wilf, I’m so very sorry, auntie Joanie was an amazing aunt. I loved her so very much! She always made me feel loved . I will miss her so very much. Joanie was a kind soul and was always happy whenever I saw her. It is a huge loss I always thought of her as always being here . Joanie was the last of dads family and loosing her will leave a big hole in my life . Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and the boys and know Joanie touched so many people and we are blessed to have had Her in our lives. My memories I will always cherished. Love you always Uncle Wilf Shawn and Darrell . Love Lynda ( niece ) - Posted by: Lynda Scharf (Niece) on: Apr 15, 2019
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Dear Wilf Shawn and Darrel We are saddened by the loss of dear Joan. May memories be eternal to those who loved and knew her. We may have lost Joan but heaven gained an Angel who we know will be graciously hosting happy hour. - Posted by: Terry and Sylvia Ruta (Neighbours at the Lake) on: Apr 15, 2019
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Dearest Wilf and family. So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love Gus Rohde and family - Posted by: Brigitte DeLeeuw (Cousin) on: Apr 13, 2019
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Omg Uncle I found out again on my own.I cannot believe my princess Auntie is gone. Auntie Joanny and yourself were God parents to my first. Auntie and you know how much I loved you two. Words can not express the lost of a beautiful mama, wife and Auntie .So I won't even try .I'm just blessed to have her and Uncle in my life .Thank you for caring for my mom Mae and us .Life was so much better when we were all together.Bless you and my cousins, love you all xoxoxo Melody - Posted by: Melody Grabowsky (Niece ) on: Apr 11, 2019
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You can shed tears that Joan is gone, or you can smile because she has lived. You can close your eyes and pray that Joan will come back, or you can open your eyes and see all what Joan has left. Your heart can be empty because you cannot see her, or you can be full of LOVE you shared. You can turn your back on tomorrow and live yesterday, or you can be happy for tomorrow because of all the yesterdays with Joan. You can remember Joan only that she is gone, or you can cherish Joan's memories and let it live on. You can cry and close your mind, be empty and turn your back. Or you can do what Joan would want: SMILE, OPEN YOUR EYES, LOVE AND GO ON! To Our Sunshine Joan Many Mohr Hugs fr friend & neighbour Colleen, Hans Mohr & famlies - Posted by: Colleen and Hans Mohr (Friend and Neighbour of Joan Henke) on: Apr 09, 2019
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We met Joan and family in Rincón Guyabitous many years ago Joan was good spirited loving and kind we will miss her laughter and kindness. - Posted by: Blake y Darlene (Friends ) on: Apr 09, 2019
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I will always remember Joan as my friendly neighbor and friend in Rincón de Guayabitos. I always admired how beautiful she was inside and out. I could also see how much she was loved by her husband and sons. She has truly left a legacy of love. I will always remember you Joan! - Posted by: Lorraine Brodeur (Guayabitos friend) on: Apr 08, 2019
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To Wilf and Shawn and family and Darryl and family. My sincere condolences to you all for the loss of your wife and Mama. My heart hurts that she is gone from this earth. I truly feel blessed to have met such a caring, compassionate and loving lady. Always concerned for the well being of others right to the end. She is a angel now watching over you. When you look up at the stars , know that one of them is her. I have only known you all for a short time but feel it has been longer. And I already miss stopping in her room to say hi. You all are in my thoughts and prayers Love Wendy - Posted by: Wendy Crocker (Friend ) on: Apr 06, 2019
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Wilf and family. I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept my condolences. - Posted by: Darlene Beringer (A E I Telecommunications) on: Apr 06, 2019
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Uncle Wilf, Darrell/Susie, Shawn/Robyn, words cannot express our sadness on the passing of Auntie Joan. She was loved so very much and was a treasure to my life. I still have jewellery she brought me many years ago from Venezuela. I honestly struggle to remember a time that all of you were not part of our lives. I am thankful that I had the opportunity to visit her and all her “boys” one last time at HSC. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love you all very much. - Posted by: Sheona and Dwayne Miller (Friends) on: Apr 06, 2019
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Our love and prayers to Wilf, Shawn and Robyn, Darrell and Susan. You were very blessed to have been loved so much by one of the kindest, loving ladies around - and my goodness did she love those boys of hers! May all the wonderful memories you shared help you through this difficult time. Rest In Peace Dear Joan xoxo - Posted by: Kim, Jeff, Alida, Aidan (Friends) on: Apr 06, 2019
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So sorry for your loss. Joan was a wonderful person. Always had a smile on her face and positive attitude towards life. Treasure the memories, they last a life time. - Posted by: Sherri Shewchuk (Einarson) (friend) on: Apr 06, 2019
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Although we have lost a wonderful friend and neighbour, our memories of Joan and the good times we shared will last a lifetime. Our thoughts are with Wilf and family at this difficult time. - Posted by: Belinda and Ron Sherby (Friends and neighbour) on: Apr 06, 2019