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MALGORZATA (GOSIA) LELIGDOWICZ

Date of Passing: Feb 21, 2012

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Malgorzata (Gosia) Leligdowicz, passed away peacefully in her home, holding the hands of her daughters Aleksandra (Ola) and Ewa and her husband Andrzej, on Tuesday, February 21, 2012. Gosia was born in Katowice, Poland in 1956, where she received her engineering degree and met her husband Andrzej in 1978. They soon married, and welcomed their daughters Ola and Ewa, after she bicycled alone in labour to the delivery ward. She wholeheartedly devoted herself to being a mother and wife, teaching those around her about the importance of unconditional giving and forgiveness. To offer a better future for their young family, Gosia and Andrzej left Poland 20 years ago. In a country where she initially didn't know anyone, Gosia's positive personality, joyful demeanour and selflessness allowed her to make deep connections with her coworkers at Guertin Brothers and Chemcraft, with her friends in the Polish community and at her church, as well as with the family of her much loved son-in-law, Daniel Rasic. Gosia loved to travel and her lifelong dream was fulfilled when she climbed the ruins of Machu Picchu. With the birth of her grandchildren, Maya and then Luka, Gosia made a transition from 'Mamusia' to 'Babcia', and she took great pleasure in spending time with her little 'skarby'. Our family extends heartfelt thanks to friends, nurses, especially Denise and Kate, and doctors who made Gosia's struggle with illness easier to bear and helped to maximize the time she had with her husband, children, and grandchildren. Her family in Poland and in Canada grieve her loss tremendously. They wait to be reunited in Heaven. Prayers in Gosia's memory will be held at St. Andrew Bobola Church, 541 Marion St. on Friday, February 24 at 8:00 p.m. The funeral mass will take place at the same location on Saturday, February 25 at 10:00 a.m. She will be laid to rest in her family tomb in Oswiecim, Poland. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Gosia may be made to CancerCare Manitoba Foundation, 675 McDermot Ave., Room ON1160, Winnipeg, MB R3E 0V9.

"Moja nadzieja, ze smierc poczatkiem nowego zycia."

The Coutu Family in care of arrangements: E.J COUTU CO. FUNERAL DIRECTORS 680 Archibald Street 253-5086 ejcoutu.com
Publish Date: Feb 24, 2012

MALGORZATA (GOSIA) LELIGDOWICZ It is with great sadness the family announces the passing of Malgorzata Leligdowicz on Tuesday, February 21, 2012 at the age of 55 years. Prayers will be held on Friday, February 24 at 8:00 p.m. in St. Andrew Bobola Church, 541 Marion Street. Funeral mass will be held on Saturday, February 25 at 10:00 a.m., also in the St. Andrew Bobola Church. A longer obituary will follow in Friday's edition. The Coutu Family in care of arrangements: E.J. COUTU CO FUNERAL DIRECTORS 680 Archibald Street 253-5086
Publish Date: Feb 23, 2012

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 23, 2012

Condolences & Memories (12 entries)

  • Dear Ewa,Daniel and family: I was sorry to hear of the death of your beautiful mother. I recall her joy and kindness to all. She was a wonderful Catholic and an inspiration. May she rest in peace. Barbara MacKalski - Posted by: Dr. Barbara MAcKalski (former parisioner at St Andrew Bobola Church and colleague of Daniel and Ewa) on: Apr 06, 2012

  • Dear Leligdowicz Family, I often chatted with your dear wife and mother at Mass. I remember her pride in her daughters, love of Daniel and excitement over the grandchildren. I especially remember her gracious presence at Ewa's Bridal Shower at St. Andrew Bobola. She was a gift to me when I struggled with treatments of my own. She lived with so much grace. I just learned of her passing today , Good Friday, at St. Andrew Bobola. You are all in my prayers and thoughts. Thank God she lives on in you. I will make a donation to Cancer Care in her name. Jacqueline Jackson - Posted by: Jacqueline Jackson (Fellow Parishioner at St. Andrew Bobola) on: Apr 06, 2012

  • Brak mi słów....Okropnie żal i przykro.Całe lata miłam nadzieję,że jeszcze razem sie spotkamy i pośmiejemy.Trzymaj sie Andrzej,choć wiem,ze to trudne,Gosia zawsze pozostanie w mojej pamieci jako wulkan dobrej energii,za która cały czas tęskniłam.To cud,że po tylu latach udało mi się z nią porozmawiać,nie wiedziałysmy,że to pożegnanie...Olu i Ewo współczuje wam serdecznie. Wspierajcie tate. - Posted by: Lidka () on: Mar 04, 2012

  • Wyrazu współczucia i żalu -jetseśmy z Wami - Posted by: Andrzej Blumczynski (friend) on: Feb 29, 2012

  • It was with great shock and sadness to hear the news of the passing of Gosia. Andrzej, Ola and Ewa my thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time and I extend my deepest condolences to the whole family. Adam Leligdowicz (England) - Posted by: Adam Leligdowicz () on: Feb 26, 2012

  • Wyrazu współczucia i żalu -jetseśmy z Wami - Posted by: Krystyna i lech Zużałek () on: Feb 26, 2012

  • Rest in Peace our neighbor. Our condolences to the whole family. - Posted by: Family Begic (Neighbour) on: Feb 25, 2012

  • We will always remember this wonderful lady for her strong independence, strength, courage, friendliness, love of nature, lovely smile, cheerfulness and the way she always tilted her head. Rest in peace Gosia. - Posted by: Gordon & Ruth Coutts (Neighbor) on: Feb 25, 2012

  • Gosia had this unique personality that made everyone instantly become her friend. We valued her friendship for many years. She was genuinely interested in well being of her friends and colleagues always ready to help. It was impossible to be sad in her company. Her enthusiasms, warmth, optimism and vitality were contagious. Even in the face of her biggest challenge in her life, her illness, she remained upbeat and optimistic, not wanting to burden anybody with her plight. Gosia, maybe you are not longer with us but you will remain in our hearts forever. Andrzej, Ola and Ewa - our thoughts are with you in this time of sorrow. - Posted by: Marianna i Leon Rozenberg (Friends) on: Feb 24, 2012

  • Rest in Peace Gosia. Our condolences to the entire family. - Posted by: Monika and Mirek () on: Feb 24, 2012

  • We are truly saddened with the news of Gosia's passing. Many lives were enriched with her example of enthusiasm and positive thinking. May she rest in peace now. We are thinking of you Ewa and extend our condolences to the entire family. Leon and Christie Desilets - Posted by: Leon and Christie Desilets (friend) on: Feb 24, 2012

  • Gosia will be deeply missed in our hearts. I will always remember her wonderful smile and warm heart. She is now a beautiful guardian angel along side my dad protecting and watching over us all. Rest in peace Gosia. - Posted by: Natalie Brnjas (Friend/Kuma ) on: Feb 23, 2012

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