March 2, 1946 – February 25, 2024
It is with a heavy heart the family announces the passing of Cheryl Wiens at the Selkirk Regional Health Centre on February 25th, 2024 at the age of 77.
She is survived by John, her husband of 52 years, and sons Derek and Mark.
Cheryl had a lengthy battle with Parkinson’s and more recently, with cancer.
She spent 47 years training and working as a Registered Nurse, which included a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She worked at the Health Sciences Centre as a Unit Manager until her retirement. Cheryl won an Excellence award for her work there, which she was proud of.
Cremation has taken place and as her wishes, there will be no funeral.
Family and friends are invited to share memories and condolences on Cheryl’s memorial page using the comment field below.
I wish to extend my “Sincere Sympathy ” to John, Derek, Mark and all the Burnside and Wiens families on the passing of Cheryl . I was a classmate of Cheryl’s at the Misericordia, graduating in 1967.
Some of our classmates were together last summer and we had a really nice visit with Cheryl which we are truly thankful for.
My sincere condolences to Cheryl’s family, John, Mark, Derek and extended families. I have fond memories of Cheryl from when we were nursing students at Misericordia. My most recent memories of Cheryl are from last summer when many of us nursing classmates were together and shared many stories and laughter.
We are saddened to hear of Cheryl’s passing and offer our warmest condolences to John, Derek and Mark.
So sorry to hear of Cheryl’s passing. I always enjoyed her conversations at cousins’ breakfast. She was always upbeat and courageous. My warmest condolence to John, Derek and Mark and also the extended Wiens Family.
I am so sorry to hear of Cheryl’s passing. I worked with her on GB3 at Health Sciences for several years and also was a friend of her brother, Don. I enjoyed knowing her and working with her. My sincere condolences to all of Cheryl’s family.
Cheryl was one of my instructors at St Boniface Hospital School of Nursing then I was fortunate to come across her again years later as Unit Manager on GB3 when she hired me as a staff nurse. She made her staff feel valued and respected while transitions in the hospital created uncertainty and tensions.
My deepest sympathy to Cheryl’s family and friends.
Debbie Wegier
Cheryl and I shared many good times during our 64 year friendship which included spontaneous ski trips in our 20s.She was always caring and honest. She was well respected in the nursing profession.
You will be missed!