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LILJA TAMASIN JOHANNA BRUCKSHAW
Date of Passing: May 15, 2019
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LILJA TAMASIN JOHANNA BRUCKSHAW
She is survived by her parents, Allison and Peter, by her brother and sister, Jon (Bailie) and Elinor, by her grandmothers, Barbara Kaleta and Vaughn Pridmore (Curt), by her aunts, Miranda Winn (Vern) and Wendy Duncan (David), and by her cousins, Jocelyn Keith (Dan) and Rachel Duncan (Scott), all of whom loved her and will miss her dearly. She was predeceased by her grandfathers, Don Flatt and Peter Kaleta.
From an early age Lilja loved music. She played the piano, guitar, bass guitar, and upright bass. She also created electronic music on her computer. She listened to music attentively, savouring every musical phrase. When she was invited to be a DJ at CKUW, she was thrilled to introduce her listeners to Japanese electronic music and Vapourwave.
Lilja's facility with languages was truly phenomenal. She spoke English and French fluently, her Esperanto was passable, her Japanese was a work in progress, and her Klingon was impeccable. She also had a fascination for pop culture, beginning with the Andy Warhol phenomena of the 1960s, French cinema, through to K-pop and Japanese anime.
Throughout her life, Lilja was kind and gentle with everyone she encountered. She possessed a young person's certitude on many issues of social justice and would speak with conviction on such matters, but she never had a harsh word or criticism directed at any person. Her generosity extended to all, including strangers in need. Lilja felt passionate about global warming opting to walk 10 km each day to and from work - rain or shine. She was also concerned with animal cruelty and chose to be a vegan.
Several years ago Lilja transitioned to female, because inside - where it counts - she was in fact a woman. She had the loving support for that transition from her whole family and all her wonderful friends. She went through that difficult physical and social change with grace and courage.
Lilja worked as a legal secretary and receptionist at St. Mary's Law for several years. She will be deeply missed by her workplace friends and colleagues.
For all of her many interests and her work Lilja will be remembered most for her gentle nature, her kindness, her courage, and her wonderful sense of humour. Her memory warms and sustains us now at this difficult time, and we will hold on to her lovely and inspiring memory for the rest of our lives.
Funeral services will take place on Saturday, May 25, 2019 at 1:30 p.m. at St. Luke's Church at 130 Nassau St. N.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Rainbow Resource Centre or Klinic.
Special thanks to the wonderful staff at Health Sciences Centre Intensive Care Unit, in particular to Anne who was so thoughtful and kind, and to all our family and friends who have been so supportive.
NEIL BARDAL
FUNERAL CENTRE
204-949-2200
neilbardalinc.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 18, 2019
Condolences & Memories (18 entries)
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I was so saddened to hear from you last week Alison, of your loss. Your thoughtful tribute to Lilja above paints such a lovely picture of her as a person, and her life with you. My thoughts are with you and your family... - Posted by: Anne Edwardsson (friend) on: Jun 17, 2019
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My deepest condolences to Pete and Allison in this difficult time. - Posted by: Todd Constable (Friend) on: May 31, 2019
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Dear Allison, Peter & family, I was heartbroken to hear of your loss. May your vibrant memories of Lilja be a comfort to you. May she be at peace with her guardian angels. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May you find peace, courage and comfort now and as you move forward to a new chapter of your life. Godspeed. - Posted by: Anne Marie Dueck (Former colleague & friend ) on: May 27, 2019
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Allison, Peter, Jon, Bailie, and Elinor my heart breaks for you all. I've been thinking about you since I heard late last week. I was away or I would have attended the funeral. What a beautifully written memoir of Lilja. The words were so eloquently put together reflecting her inner beauty and thoughtfulness. I did not know her well but I do know she was kind and gentle. I'm so sad because you will miss her everyday and, as well, our world needs courageous people like her to enlighten and soften the hearts of those that do not understand. My prayers and thoughts go out to you. - Posted by: Kim Hodgson Kenyon (Family Friend) on: May 26, 2019
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Peter & Allison. Our deepest sympathies. Hal & Marilyn Studholme - Posted by: Hal & Marilyn Studholme (Camp Stephens Alumni) on: May 25, 2019
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Pete and Allison, I am so sorry to hear about your daughter. Thinking of you and your family now. My best to you. Pam - Posted by: Pam Maclean Belcher (Friend) on: May 24, 2019
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Allison, Peter and family, I am deeply saddened by your loss. She sounds the most amazing person and I wish I could have met her. - Posted by: Shirley Dyck (Former colleague) on: May 24, 2019
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It has brought a great ache to my heart to know Jon, Peter, Allison and their loved ones have suffered such a loss. My deepest condolences in your time of grief. May you find peace in your time. - Posted by: Les Robinson (Peter was a friend to me in my late teens, Alison a former colleague and Jon a more recently found f) on: May 23, 2019
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We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your beautiful daughter, sister, granddaughter, niece. Know that we are thinking and sending you all love, strength and courage. - Posted by: Jennie Crosthwaite and Irene Fidler (Friend) on: May 23, 2019
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Dear Pete, Allison and Family So sorry to hear of Lilja's passing. Our thoughts are with you at this very sad time. - Posted by: The Fraser Family (Fiends) on: May 22, 2019
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I am truly heartbroken to hear of your loss. Sending my deepest condolences. - Posted by: Charlotte MacIntosh (Friend from childhood) on: May 20, 2019
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So very heartbroken to hear of Lilja's passing. A gentle soul too soon gone. Our heartfelt sympathies to Allison, Peter, Jon, Elinor and Vaughn. May you all find strength and eventual peace in the days to come. - Posted by: Les and Chris Crosthwaite (Friends) on: May 20, 2019
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Dear Allison, I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. - Posted by: Richard Cork (Friend) on: May 19, 2019
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My thoughts are with you during this sad time. - Posted by: Alexandra Henteleff (Former fry) on: May 19, 2019
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Dear Allison and Pete, my heart breaks hearing the news of the passing of your daughter. My thoughts prayers and heartfelt sympathies are with you both and your family at this time. - Posted by: Maggie (Cork) (Family friend) on: May 19, 2019
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My heart goes out to the family. May her joyous memories and love of music bring smiles to your faces. - Posted by: Eileen (Family friend) on: May 18, 2019
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Dear Allison and Pete Tom and I are just heartbroken to hear of the passing of your beautiful daughter. We cannot image how lost you both must be feeling . We hope that you can surround yourself with loving family and friends. Love to you both - Posted by: Colleen ( Sullivan ) and Tom Snyder (Former friend ) on: May 18, 2019
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Heartfelt sympathy on the passing of your very brave Lilja to Allison and family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers, Jane Romaniuk and family - Posted by: Jane Romaniuk (former collegue and friend) on: May 18, 2019
