GAIL SWATEK
In the early morning of Saturday,
October 13, 2012, Gail’s fight with ALS was finally over.
Left to forever cherish Gail’s
memory are her husband Russel of almost 50 years of marriage; son, David
(Elan); daughter, Susan Berthiaume (Dave); and her beloved grandchildren - the
lights of her life, Rachel, Max, and Soren.
She will also be mourned by her dearest friends and relatives who kept
her laughing and comfortable as long as possible; brother, Dan, sister-in-law,
Glenda; cousins, Judy and Nona by her side.
Gail will be remembered for her
smile, laughter, and hospitality. She
had the ability to make anyone feel at home and comfortable in her life, her
home, and her garden, whether you had been her friend for 65 years or you met
her an hour ago. Her strong spirit will
live long through stories, recipes, and her passion for people. Gail had a true interest in humankind,
especially children. Most of her working
life was spent as an Early Childhood Educator at Universal Day Care, minutes
from her home. Until her illness, she
was still regularly greeted by children, now grown, whose early life was
nurtured by Gail’s warmth and attention.
Never forgetting a birthday or occasion, Gail’s card or call arrived
first and was handpicked with love. Her
greatest joys were her connections to your life. Whether it was hosting a family gathering
making play dough with a grandchild or walking in nature with Russ, all events
and activities were savored and treasured by Gail, especially her trips to B.C.
to see her nieces and nephew. She made
room for everyone in her heart. Her
final days were like all of her days, surrounded by the people she cared about
the most.
Our family would like to thank the staff of
the ALS Society of Manitoba and Brummitt-Feasby House, who made their home our
home when it mattered most. In the
earlier stages of her illness, her staff of home care workers helped her adjust
and keep laughing through the rapid changes she faced. No one could have fought more bravely, more
fiercely, than Gail.
Funeral Liturgy will be Celebrated
on Thursday, October 18, 2012 at 1:00 p.m. in St. Vital Roman Catholic Church,
1629 Pembina Highway with Rev. Fr. Barry Schoonbaert, presiding.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be
made in Gail’s memory to ALS Society of Manitoba, 493 Madison Street, Winnipeg,
MB, R3J 1J2 and Brummitt-Feasby House, 106 Kirby
Drive, Assiniboia, MB R2Y 0E8,
Wojcik’s Funeral Chapel is in care
of arrangements.
Wojcik’s
FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM
1020 MAIN STREET
204 - 586 - 8668
www.wojciksfuneralchapel.com
Wojcik’s
FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM
1020 MAIN STREET
204 - 586 - 8668
www.wojciksfuneralchapel.com
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