With deep sadness, we announce the passing of Eileen Elsie Hutsebaut (Schultz) on March 19, 2025, at the age of 88.
Eileen is predeceased by her parents Carl and Alice, sister Evelyn, nephew Timmy, brothers-in-law Andy, Max, Don, David, Bill and Lawrence. She will be remembered as a loving Mother to Shannon (Leo Feeleus), Tannis (Ritchie Bohn) and Grammie/Grammy/Grammi to Shelby (Wolfy), Kyla (Mike), Tara, and Erin (Bryce). Eileen is survived by six of her seven sisters Joyce, Doreen, June, Bev, Pat, and Gladys, as well as many beloved nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Eileen was born on March 15, 1937 in Eriksdale and grew up on the family farm in the Camper District. Camper and the Interlake area were always special to her. When we were kids, Mom took us to the farm in Camper for weekends and many family gatherings to visit Nana and Papa and our extended family of Aunties, Uncles, and Cousins. Eileen loved family gatherings.
Mom raised us in Headingley and at times worked more than one job to provide for us. She taught us to become independent women and as she said a lot during the last few weeks: loved us (her six girls) and all of her sisters unconditionally.
Mom was a longtime member of Headingley United Church. She was an integral part of the group that started a memory garden and enjoyed working in the flower beds at Church. Eileen volunteered at many of the Fall Suppers over the years and was always happy to bring fancy sandwiches and imperial cookies to Coffee Sunday’s. She appreciated that friends from the United Church kept in touch and visited her when she couldn’t attend church. The last service that she attended at Headingley United was on Christmas Eve, and that evening meant so much to her.
Animals had a special place in Mom’s heart. She admired birds, and all the many pets we had over the years, including horses, a goat, cats, and dogs. She adored all of her grand dogs, but her favourite was Billy, who she loved to cuddle any chance she got.
Eileen loved to travel and enjoyed some special trips with her sisters to the East Coast, Louisiana, and Mississippi. She also enjoyed driving around rural Manitoba to look at abandoned homesteads and vacant one room school yards. Eileen was passionate about curling. If curling was on TV, it wasn’t the best time to reach her. She would answer the phone briefly to let us know she was okay, then call us back as soon as the game was over to fill us in on all the details.
Spending time with her grandchildren was one of Eileen’s favourite activities. She took her grandchildren on countless adventures, including trips to Fort Whyte, Assiniboine Park Zoo, cemetery tours, walks on the Headingley Grand Trunk Trail, and days dedicated to garage sales. She was always up for a picnic, even in the rain, and enjoyed quiet moments in nature listening to birds sing, or roasting wieners around a campfire.
Eileen was very proud that she donated blood over 70 times. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial donation to Canadian Blood Services.
Please join us to celebrate Eileen’s life at Headingley United Church on Saturday, April 12 at 11:00 a.m. Lunch will follow the service at the Church. Interment of ashes will take place this summer in the Camper Cemetery.
Family and friends are invited to share memories and condolences on Eileen’s memorial page using the comment field below.
My heart goes out to you in your time of sorrow. My condolences.
Shannon and Tannis and family, my deepest condolences on the loss of your wonderful Mom. I have many fond memories of Eileen over the years. She was such a kind person. She will be sadly missed!
Shanni and Tanis
I remember when your Mom asked me to babysit you. Little did I know you and I would become best friends a few years later. Eileen and I attended Headingley United Church together for many years. We had many long conversations and my admiration for her was tenfold. We had a few chuckles along the way…giggling in the Choir. Cherish the memories my friends. Until we meet again Eileen 🤗
The first time I met Eileen I was looking after Kyla, Tara and Erin while Shannon and Leo were on a trip. Eileen wasn’t sure about this person she had never met looking after her granddaughters so she showed up with her overnight bag to come check me out. We hit it off right away. She was kind and such a great Grammie, just a classy lady. I’m so sorry for your families loss.
I am so sorry to hear of Eileen’s passing. My condolences to the family. I knew Eileen from old Charleswood days, Coventry rd. neighbors. I saw Eileen occasionally over the years at birthdays and events for the old neighborhood. Was always good to speak with her, always bubbly and kind. May cherished memories bring a smile.
Hello Susan Slater, Thank-you for your condolences. Mom was happy to be back in Charleswood after she retired. We drove down Coventry last fall and looked at 782 Coventry.
We’re so grateful for Eileen, she kept in touch with my parents, Rose & Jim, and they appreciated hearing about the “Shultz Girls”, their nieces. Getting together was always a special event. As a cousin, I enjoyed hearing the early day stories and talking with Eileen. Our heartfelt sympathy to Eileen’s daughters and sisters & families. Louise & Ray Hutton and Jack Hood
Hello Louise, Thank-you so much for your message. Mom loved getting together with family. Over the years we have heard a lot about cousins and Auntie Rose and Uncle Jim over the years. I hope you can join the Schultz Girls on Saturday, April 12th when we Celebrate Mom at Headingley United Church, 110 Bridge Road, Headingley at 11:00 a.m.; lunch will follow the service.
Hello Shannon and Tannis
My condolences to you and your families for the loss of your mom. Eileen was such a lovely vibrant woman. We did not see each other very often but I always enjoyed the conversations we had . She spoke about her girls and I could tell she was very proud of you. She was so thoughtful when it came to participating in many Hutsebaut family gatherings. Thank you for sharing her with us.
With love
Rita (Hutsebaut) Schoepp
Hello Aunty Rita,
Thank you for posting condolences. So sorry that I missed seeing your message when it was posted. Mom always enjoyed going to family gatherings and keeping in touch. Thank you for remembering Mom
Tannis and Shannon & Families,
I was very sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. I had the privilege of working with Eileen on many committees in Headingley. I always admired her spirit, generosity, and willingness to volunteer. She was a very special person. I hope you can take comfort in knowing the impact her warmth and kindness had on so many people. Susanne Moore
Susanne, Thank you so much for your remembrance of Mom.