THELMA MCDERMID
(nee ASHBY)
Peacefully, after a lengthy illness;
it is with deep regret that we announce the passing of Thelma Lorraine McDermid
of Winnipeg, Manitoba, on Thursday, April 18, 2013 at 87 years of age.
Thelma is survived by her brother,
Gordon (Bea) and her three sons, Dale (Janice), Doug (Cheri), and Al
(Brenda); grandchildren, Sean (Meagan),
Lee (Samantha), Stewart, Jenni, Sarah Kelly (Nicholas), Michael (Laura), David,
James; two great-grandchildren, Quinn and Nate; along with extended family
Sandi (Rob), Devon, Cameron, and Jaron; as well as numerous nieces; nephews;
relatives; and friends.
She was
predeceased by her beloved husband Don McDermid.
Mum and Dad attended Principal
Sparling School and Daniel McIntyre Collegiate together. Upon Dad’s return from
WWII, they were married and raised their sons in Winnipeg. Mum was committed to
Dad and loved him deeply. She was proud of her many accomplishments. Before
marrying she worked for the Great West Life Insurance Company operating one of
the first early-stage computers. Later in life she worked for Eaton’s and was
proud to be the floor manager of the housewares department at the St. Vital
store from which she retired at age 65. Thelma was loyal to her employers her
entire life and her family all had significant amounts of the store merchandise
to prove it.
Throughout the years, Mum was a Girl
Guide Leader, a sorority executive member, a community volunteer, a voracious
reader, an animal lover, and the best Coffee Cake maker of all time. She loved
to drive the various cars she owned and favoured the speed of sixty kilometers
per hour whether she was on the highway or in the driveway.
Mum was a force to be reckoned with
on any given day. She held her beliefs tightly and seldom gave in on any issue
or challenge. Her strength defined her and she truly was a fighter in all
aspects of her life. But at her core, Mum loved her family more than anything.
Her grandchildren were flawless in her eyes and she shelled out scotch mints to
them in quantity as soon as their parents weren’t looking. Her sons and patient
daughter-in-laws also enjoyed her unwavering support.
Our family wishes to extend our
heart-felt gratitude to the staff at Dakota House for their kindness that they
extended to Mum. In her final months, Mum resided at Vista Park Lodge and
received care from a thoughtful and compassionate group of professionals. For
this we are truly grateful.
Donations in Thelma’s memory may be
made to the Stroke Recovery Association of Manitoba, CancerCare Manitoba, or
the charity of your choice.
Wojcik’s
Funeral Home & Crematorium, 2157
Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, wojciksfuneralchapel.com,
204 – 897 - 4665.
Wojcik’s
FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM
2157 PORTAGE AVENUE
204 - 897 - 4665
www.wojciksfuneralchapel.com
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