VIOLET “VI” BRADSHAW
We
are sad to announce that our Mum, Violet Bradshaw, nee Watson, has journeyed to
join Dad, (Dal (Morley) Bradshaw as well as her big brother, Raymond Watson and
younger sister, Mona Bradshaw. We mourn her passing on Sunday morning, April
28, 2013. Violet leaves behind to treasure her memory, three daughters, Wendy
(Danny), Deborah (Dagan) and Trudie (Bryan) and only grandson, Jason Stear. As
well, she leaves her brother-in-law, and Dad's younger brother, Brownie / Brad
Bradshaw. Also left to remember Mum are all of her nieces and nephews, along
with her friends.
Born
on September 30, 1920, Vi grew up on Langside Street in Winnipeg's west end,
where she graduated from Daniel McIntyre Collegiate. She worked at the downtown
Eaton's store until her marriage to Dad in October, 1939. They spent 65 happy
years together. After the war they moved to Thunder Bay (Fort William), where
Wendy was born. In 1958 Vi and Dal moved back to Winnipeg, to Rita Street,
where their girls were to grow up in a warm, loving home. Debbie and Trudie
were born soon after to make their family complete. This was also around the
time that Mum and Dad purchased land on Netley Creek and built their own
cottage there. This family getaway was a place where Vi enjoyed having friends
and family come to visit. She was always ready with a “bite to eat” and a cup
of tea.
After
"the girls" had all started school, Vi took a job at Eaton's, Polo
Park, where she enjoyed her interaction with customers. She retired from there,
opening the door for her and Dad to travel. Mum and Dad traveled to faraway
places, from the United Kingdom to China to South America. They traveled with
their friends, the Hansons, and with Auntie Mona and Uncle Brownie. They
enjoyed the company of our cousin, Wayne, and his wife Robin, on their long
trip to China.
Besides
being active in the Eastern Star for a few years, Mum and Dad were enthusiastic
Line, Square and Round Dancers. The St. James Legion was the place to be on a
Monday afternoon for dancing. Even after Dad passed on, Mum, with the help of
great friends, still made it out to participate in these classes. Mum and Dad
also volunteered for the information booth at the Red River Ex for many years
and really enjoyed all the staff and the visitors they met during this time.
Of
all the roles Vi played in her life, she treasured most the part she played in
the lives of her family. She was proud of and encouraging to each of her
daughters in their life’s decisions. Always one for details, she informed
herself about her girls’ school programming, wanting the best option for each
girl. Health issues were treated in the same way. Vi educated herself so that
she could make strong decisions for her family.
She was a nurturing grandmother to
Jason, and loved to hear about his accomplishments. The memory of good times
with her family stayed with her, even in her last years when her health was
beginning to fail.
Violet
has been a resident at Oakview Place for the last few years and we offer our
sincere gratitude to the staff there for their kindness and the care for our
Mum. We’d also like to express a heartfelt “thank you” to Alisia Roos, who
became Mum's companion, visiting with her three times a week. Alisia’s
compassionate care at a difficult time was most appreciated.
Friends
and family are invited to join in a Celebration of Vi’s life at The Royal
Canadian Legion, St. James Branch #4 at 1775 Portage Avenue, on Friday, May 10
at 1:00 p.m.
Appreciated,
in lieu of flowers, should friends wish, are contributions to
Extendicare/Oakview Place, 2395 Ness Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R3J 1A5 or
Alzheimer’s Society of Manitoba,
#10-120 Donald Street, Winnipeg, MB R3C 4G2
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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