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HELEN OSMAN
Mother to Samantha Buchwald (Mark), Jason and Devin, the mother of her precious granddaughter Serenity. Helen is also Grandma Helen to Paris, Aelysia, Tamzyn, Kieran and Sarah. She was Auntie Helen to many.
Helen grew up in a number of towns and cities in Scotland, but Aberdeen was always home to her. After being away for a number of years due to her father being transferred with his job, her family moved back to Aberdeen in 1960 and she finished her schooling at Albyn School for Girls where she met her dear friends, Patricia Mutch (Milne), Addie Allison (Davidson - deceased), and reconnected with Dorothy Cameron, with whom she had attended elementary school with previously.
After finishing high school, Helen went on to complete a two-year business degree at Aberdeen College of Commerce. After working for a couple of years, she decided to immigrate to Canada and arrived in Winnipeg on October 15, 1968, a move she never regretted.
She was employed in a number of different industries, including working for the Greater Winnipeg Gas Company, now known as Manitoba Hydro, chartered accountants, CP's hotel The Northstar Inn, also working in retail for a number of years, before returning to administrative work at the University of Manitoba from 1988 until retiring in December 2006.
Helen retired with the intention of continuing to work on a part-time basis, as having time on her hands was something alien to her. After a short time back in retail, she became the Administrative Assistant at her home church, Waverley Church, a job that was close to her heart. She loved interacting with the other staff, the congregation and especially all the children who attended church and came to the Kids Spot program every week. She kept a steady supply of M&Ms and jellybeans on her desk with the hope that one of them would come in for a hug, and it worked!
A memorial service for Helen will be held on Saturday, February 29, 2020, at 2:00 p.m. at Thomson "In the Park" Funeral Home, 1291 McGillivray Boulevard.
THOMSON "IN THE PARK"
204-925-1120
Condolences may be sent to
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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 25, 2020
Condolences & Memories (4 entries)
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Helen had a rare considerate soul . We shared so many memories , especially our last trip to Grand Forks . We will forever have her etched in our hearts . We miss her so & pray for her family . Find comfort in knowing she was so much loved by so many hearts she touched . - Posted by: Albert & Alma Zoppa (Dearest friend) on: Feb 27, 2020
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I taught Helen's granddaughter for 2 years. Whenever Helen came to the school, I always admired her bright, alert countenance and her positive energy. She was a strong, proud woman with a great sense of humour, and I believe she had a strong influence on both her daughter and granddaughter. I will always remember her!! - Posted by: Erica Stechesen (Teacher of granddaughter) on: Feb 26, 2020
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So sorry to hear of Helen's passing. She was a beautiful woman with a kind heart. She will be missed. My heart goes out to her family, I know they will have many happy memories to carry them through. Gods speed my friend - Posted by: Susan Ehnes (Friend ) on: Feb 26, 2020
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Helen lived in the same apartment block as I did. She was a real Encourager to everyone she came in contact with. We truly missed her when she moved. My deepest condolences to the family. God grant you comfort and peace during this very difficult time. My thoughts are with you. - Posted by: Ann Wiens (Friend) on: Feb 25, 2020
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