In Memoriam
Class of 81
DEAN WAKSHINSKI It is with great sorrow we announce the sudden passing of Dean Wakshinski on Thursday, May 5, 2005, at his residence in Fort McMurray, Alberta. He will be forever remembered and loved by his spouse and soulmate Sherri; daughter Bobbi-Jo; mother Nina; father Clarence; sisters Wendy (Mark), Sandy (Doug); aunts, uncles, nephews, cousins and friends. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held Friday, May 13, 2:00 p.m., at Burton Cumming’s Centre, 960 Arlington Ave., to celebrate Dean’s life! In lieu of flowers, friends may make a donation to the Anxiety Disorders of Manitoba, 206 - 309 Hargrave, Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2J8. - From passagesmb.com
Class of 82
CLAUDIA BURG After a brave and intense struggle with cancer, Claudia peacefully answered the heavenly call of her Lord on Monday, November 28, 2005, at the age of 41. She will forever reside in the hearts of all who knew and loved her, especially her beloved husband, Jordan; sons, Maxwell and Louis; mother Adina Mielke, brother Werner (Marianne Rodrigues) Mielke (Alexander and Lara); sister Doris (Carson) Rist (Joshua and Lauren); and her many aunts, uncles, cousins, in-laws, and friends. She was predeceased by her father, Ted, in 1971. Claudia was born February 13, 1964 in Winnipeg. She graduated from Daniel McIntyre High School and completed her Bachelor of Education degree at the University of Winnipeg. After four years of teaching in Jackhead, MB, where she met her husband, she took time off to raise her family back in Winnipeg. She resumed her teaching career at St. Edward’s and Holy Cross schools once her sons were older. Claudia was a brilliant light, and she shone brightest when engaging in activities with her family. She enjoyed travelling, camping, and attending church, and especially enjoyed watching her sons excel in school, sports, and extracurriculars. She was especially proud of Max for his many achievements in soccer and hockey, and of Lou for his many roles in theatrical plays and movies. She also loved visiting and entertaining friends, and was a creative hostess. An avid reader, she had a love of literature, theatre, and movies. She had a deep relationship with God, a strong conscience, and a profound sense of social justice. She was intelligent, witty, cheerful, and above all, a devoted wife and mother. The family would like to thank the many doctors, nurses, and healthcare workers for their compassionate treatment and care. Funeral service will be held on, Thursday, December 1, at 2:00 p.m. at Mission Baptist Church, 771 Sargent Ave., with Pastor David Henkelman officiating. Reception to follow the service. In lieu of flowers, a trust fund has been set up for Claudia’s sons. Donations can be made at any TD Canada Trust. Cheques are accepted made to Jordan Burg in Trust for Maxwell and Louis Burg. Blessed are the people who persevere under trial, because when they have stood the test, they will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him. James 1:12 FRIENDS FUNERAL SERVICE 339-5555 - From passagesmb.com
KIRSI ANN GRAY (nee KELONEN). Peacefully on October 2, 1987 at the Health Sciences Centre, Mrs. Kirsi Anne Gray, aged 22 years, beloved wife of John Gray (also of Daniel Mac, class of 82). Kirsi Ann, who gradated with her B.A. from the University of Winnipeg in 1986, had worked at Pirjo-Liisa Fashion for 7 years. Besides her husband John, Kirsi Ann leaves to mourn her parents, Heikki and Riitta Kelonen; her grandmother Mary Lehvonen; her parents-in-law, William and Margaret Gray, all of Winnipeg; her brothers and sisters-in-law, Bill and Val Gray, Lee and Vi Gray, of Calgary, Lynne and Blair Cormier of Simcoe, Ont., Cathy Gray of Los Angeles, Jo-Ann Gray of Winnipeg; as well as relatives in Finland and at home and the staff at the Health Sciences Centre and the Cancer Clinic. Funeral Service was held at Kerr’s Funeral Chapel with Pastor Donald Miller officiating. Interment followed at Brookside Cemetery. Should friends desire, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, Manitoba Division, 193 Sherbrook Street, Winnipeg, MB R3C 9Z9.
Class of 83
INGRID JONINA SIGURDSON It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of our daughter and sister, Ingrid. Unexpectedly on Sunday, March 16, 2008 Ingrid went home. Remaining to forever cherish Ingrid’s memory are her father and mother, Walter and Margaret Sigurdson; brothers, Brian (Vera) Sigurdson, Stephen (Kellie) Sigurdson; nieces, Adair Sigurdson, November (Jay) Varga of Calgary; her aunts, Sina Finley and Mabel Tinguely; uncle Roger Tinguely; several cousins from Winnipeg, Gimli and Saskatoon; she will be especially missed by her best friends, Karen, Barb and Lisa. She was predeceased by her maternal grandparents August and Jonina Eliason; paternal grandparents Siggi and Olifia Sigurdson; aunt Hedy (2002) as well as her aunt Jonina (2005). Born on June 30, 1965 in Gimli, MB, Ingrid moved to Winnipeg with her family to Spruce Street in the West End where she lived most of her life. She attended St. Edwards School and Isaac Brock Junior High and graduated from Daniel McIntyre Collegiate in 1983. As a child Ingrid was often at the community club playing ringette and hockey. Ingrid had been working on the thing that she loved the most, her poetry. For the last year and a half she had been employed by Convergys, Ingrid being a night owl would work the overnight shift giving her more time to work on her beloved poetry. She loved her job and made many friends. Ingrid will be greatly missed by us all. A private family service for Ingrid will be held in the Chapel of Memories in Wojcik’s Funeral Chapel, 2157 Portage Avenue, at the corner of Sharp Boulevard. You may rest your burdens, there is no more pain God has given you wings. From passagesmb.com.