Tag: Brenda

Brenda Joyce Elbers (Tanner aka Pearson)

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June 6, 1948 – May10, 2025

Brenda passed away peacefully on May 10, 2025, with her husband Gary by her side.  She was born on June 6, 1948 in Mackenzie (Linden) Guyana, to Ruby (nee: Tanner) O’Donoghue and Albert Pearson. In 1971, she immigrated to Manitoba to marry Gary Elbers.

Besides her loving husband she is survived by their children Shauna (Kester) Elbers-Phillips, Michelle (Donovan) Martin and Monty (Kayla) Elbers, grandchildren Leah, Donovan, Judah, Darius, Dailia, Ruby, Winter and Isaiah, nephew Grantley (Elon) King, siblings Lloyd, Desiree and Ken (Collette) O’Donoghue and her cherished Aunt Sylvia Bollers  In-laws Jack (Olga), Carl (Joyce) Elbers and Claire (Rudy) Canterbury, her Life-Sisters Brenda Talbot and Linette Volgezon, Jacquie (Reuben) Alexander and Shirley (Noel) Linton.  She will also be remembered by her many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

While Brenda began her career as a teacher in Mackenzie, she always wanted to be in the medical field. She pursued the Medical Lab Technician studies in NY and returned as a Lab Tec working at the Davis Memorial Hospital in Guyana. After they immigrated to Manitoba, Brenda and Gary lived in Winnipeg, Winkler and then Selkirk.  In Selkirk she worked as a Registered Nurse at the Selkirk General Hospital and retired from the Operating Room Department in 2009 after 29 years of dedicated service.

A gifted singer, Brenda was a proud member of several choirs, especially her favourite, Christ Church Anglican. She was an early member of Selkirk Linus Blanket, and found joy in many things including book clubs, travelling, entertaining, making preserves, ethnic dishes, needlecraft, pottery, bowling, family and cultural gatherings. 

Brenda was predeceased by her parents Albert Pearson, Ruby and Levi O’Donoghue.                                  

Cremation has taken place, and a Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday July 5, 2025, at 12:30 pm. at Christ Church Anglican 227 McLean Ave. Selkirk Mb.

Flowers gratefully declined. As a token of sympathy donations in memory of Brenda can be made to the Alzheimer’s Society of Manitoba, 10-120 Donald Street, Winnipeg, MB. R3C 4G2

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Brenda Wright (nee Meger)

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Suddenly on January 24th, 2023, Mom (Nana) passed away at age 59. She leaves behind her husband Craig of 41 years together. Along with her children Scott (Jacqueline), Brad (Kim), Nicole (Jesse) and her grand-children Brooklynn, Colton, James, William, Landis and Zoey who all meant the world to her. Brenda has joined her brother Casey and parents Walter and Phyllis Meger as well as her father and mother in-law William (Chuck) Wright and Loriena Mattis (Wright, nee Thomas). She leaves behind her brothers and sisters Donna (John), Karen, Wally (Donna), Cathy (George), Shelly (Frank), Allen (Barb), and Wendy, along with many nieces and nephews. Brenda was a wonderful friend and was forever devoted to her family. She loved to do anything she could to spend time with everyone crafting and baking with her grand babies, going out to bingo, family camping, gardening with Dad. Mom was always busy.

We weren’t ready for you to go Mom, we love you.

As per Brenda’s wishes, there will be no formal service. We thank-you for your love and support during this difficult time.

Flowers are respectfully declined, if you wish; please donate to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.

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Brenda Marion Fontaine

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October 23, 1946 – December 2, 2022

It is with heavy hearts the family announces the passing of Brenda Marion Fontaine (nee Kupchuk).

Brenda was predeceased by her husband Eugene.  She is survived by her son David, her daughter Kim Lewicki (Mike); grandsons Peyton and Adam, siblings Jan McKinnon (Jody, Sheri and Derrick), Don Kupchuk (Iris); nieces Dana (Fausto,  grand-nephews Isaiah, Judah) Tami.

Brenda was born in Transcona and lived there all her life.  She went to central school in her earlier years and high school at TCI.  Brenda worked for both provincial and federal agencies.  During this time, Brenda enjoyed volunteering and helping organize the Transcona Hi Neighbour Festival and also various events at the Maple Leaf Community Club. 

In retirement Brenda lived a quiet life at home, travelling occasionally across the border for Country music entertainment.  After the passing of her husband, sister Jan moved in to help Brenda with daily life and activities, especially when health issues became a concern.  Jan was dedicated to her sister to the very end.

The family would like to extend a heartfelt thanks to all the staff of Unit N1 North at Concordia Hospital for their love and care, especially in her last days and hours!

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Brenda to the Winnipeg Humane Society.

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Brenda Joy Adams

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FEBRUARY 26, 1954 – MAY 8, 2022

It is with heavy heart to announce the passing of Brenda Adams. Brenda passed away peacefully after a short battle with lung cancer.

Her passion in life was her art.

Brenda is survived by her beloved and cherished son Nolan Adams of Regina.

Family, friends and fellow artists will be left with fond memories of Brenda.

Cremation has taken place and no formal service will take place.

                        “May you forever enjoy sunsets in the sky”.

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