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GEORGIE CLARICE BALNEAVES (LEIGH)
Born: Oct 21, 1934
Date of Passing: Dec 28, 2019
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GEORGIE CLARICE BALNEAVES
(nee LEIGH)
October 21, 1934 - December 28, 2019
She was predeceased by her beloved husband, Les, to whom she was devotedly married for almost 61 years (after "going steady" for four years).
She leaves behind her son Scott, his wife Alice, and her two grandsons, Brian (Tess) and Kevin. Also bereft at her passing is her daughter Lynda (Oliver). She is remembered fondly by numerous nephews, nieces, cousins, and friends across North America.
Georgie was born on October 21, 1934 in the small farming town of Preeceville, SK. She and her mom relocated to Winnipeg in the late 1940s, where she shortly afterwards met her everlasting love, Les, to whom she married just days after her 18th birthday.
Georgie was a hard worker who willingly shared a cheery smile and laugh with everyone she met, first at a local credit union and then at Motor Coach Industries. After the arrival of Scott and Lynda, Georgie devoted herself to creating a supportive home for her family in River Heights. She spent many hours volunteering at her children's schools and loudly cheering them on, be at a science fair or a track and field meet. When not volunteering, Georgie and Les would pack up the family, including their beloved Norwegian Elkhounds, Smokey and Silver, into their camper van and travel across North America.
Never one to be idle, Georgie was heavily involved in the Scottish community in Winnipeg, including the Royal Scottish Country Dance Society, the Manitoba Highland Dancers' Association, and working alongside Les at the souvenir booth, the Mug Pub Pavilion during Folklorama. They were both passionate about sharing their love for genealogy and Scottish culture and were often found at local shopping malls and community festivals manning the "Tartan Display" and helping others find their British roots. This love took Georgie and Les overseas numerous times to research the Balneaves and Leigh family trees.
In her later years, Georgie struggled with dementia. While it stole her memories, it did not diminish her smile, sense of humour or mischievousness.
The Balneaves family would like to thank the staff at Riverview Health Centre and Fred Douglas Heritage House for their kind and compassionate care of Georgie. A special thank you to her caregivers, Alex and Christian, for their friendship and devotion over the past year.
A celebration of Georgie's life will take place on Monday, January 6, 2020, at 10:00 a.m. at Thomson "In the Park" Funeral Home, 1291 McGillivray Boulevard, Winnipeg, followed by reception. Interment will be at Brookside Cemetery, 3001 Notre Dame Avenue, following the reception.
Flowers are gratefully declined; instead, please consider a donation to the Alzheimer Society of Manitoba or Riverview Health Centre.
"You make me happy when skies are grey..."
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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 02, 2020
Condolences & Memories (7 entries)
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I am so very to hear of the passing of your mother. I know you will all miss her and it is a difficult time. Please know we are thinking of you. - Posted by: Diane Trenholm (Friend) on: Jan 15, 2020
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I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. I will never forget the times that she would come into Brock Corydon School and volunteer. - Posted by: Karen Potter (Went to school with her kids) on: Jan 14, 2020
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I am sorry to hear about Georgie’s passing. Growing up, I always loved when my grandparents would get together with Georgie and Les, their longtime friends. Georgie was always so kind to my siblings and I. - Brenna Mahussier (Irwin) (Harold and Joan’s Granddaughter) - Posted by: Brenna Mahussier (Harold and Joan’s Granddaughter ) on: Jan 11, 2020
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Our condolences Scott, Alice and family and Lynda and family, your mom was a lovely person and had a beautiful smile and lovely long hair. I will always remember that about her. Angela and family. - Posted by: Angela (Friend) on: Jan 06, 2020
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Scott and Lynda, we are so sorry to hear about your Mom. She was a gentle and kind lady. We will always remember the times we got together at your house. Your Mom and Dad were good friends and instrumental in helping us adopt our daughter Katlyn. We will never forget their kind words they wrote about us during that time. Sending prayers to you and your family at this difficult time. We will be unable to attend the funeral due to a commitment but we will be there in spirit. Take care. Rick and Bev Taylor - Posted by: Richard and Bev Taylor (friends) on: Jan 04, 2020
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Lynda & Scott sending you both my condolences on your mother's passing. My parents, Kay & Bill Hutton would also like to pass along their sympathy to you both. Your Mom was a wonderful, energetic and helpful person and she will be missed. Sincerely, the Huttons - Posted by: Elaine Hutton (Friend thru school and Highland Dance) on: Jan 02, 2020
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Les was my boss and mentor for many years and to know Les was to know Georgie. Both were loving caring people who touched those they knew. Always put a positive spin on whatever issues arose. They are both missed. - Posted by: Blaine MacKinnon (Friend) on: Jan 02, 2020
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