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ELLEN JANET WALSH (BYRNE)

Born: Nov 15, 1957

Date of Passing: Feb 21, 2012

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ELLEN JANET WALSH (nee BYRNE) November 15, 1957 - February 21, 2012 Tragically on Tuesday, February 21, 2012 our loving wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt, niece, cousin and friend to so many was taken from us. Left to cherish in her memory is her loving husband and best friend Kristinn; her parents Jim and Lenore Byrne; her sisters Donna (Ed), Debbie (Rolly); brothers-in-law Tim, George, Larry; sister-in-law Sue (Ted); her wonderful children Jessica (Dion), Rick (Mel), Allan (Lisa), and Kayla; grandchildren she cherished Kaylen, Tabitha and Sydney; nephews Jeremy, Jim (PJ); nieces Taigan, Jackie and Kerry (Dan), and many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Ellen was predeceased by her in-laws Thora and George Walsh, brother Randy Byrne, Guy Fraser, and her grandparents Martha and Otto Kretschmer. Ellen was the eldest of four children. She grew up, went to school and lived most of her wonderful life in Transcona. She enjoyed a long career at CIBC where she made many lifelong friendships. Ellen went on to marry the man of her dreams, Kris and a magnificent love affair began. She was Kris' heart and soul. Being with Ellen was the happiest time in Kris' life. Seeing them was like turning on your favourite comedy, and you couldn't wait to see the next episode as they made you laugh and smile. We always wanted to be around them as they made us all feel so welcome. She loved to travel with Kris and they always seemed to be planning a trip somewhere together, the most recent being Cuba. Some of her favourite destinations were Las Vegas, Panama City Beach, Bermuda, Bahamas as well as short trips across the border. Family was always welcomed to join. Ellen had a great love for music. Whether she was singing along with Kris and the band at one of their shows, leading her own sing-a-long and encouraging others or sitting in the kitchen with one of her grandchildren on her lap singing, music was a great passion. Ellen was exceptionally dedicated to her children and grandchildren. She loved her family very much and always made time for dinners, BBQs, pool parties and Jets games. She was always the life of the party. Her grandchildren, Kaylen, Tabitha and Sydney always put a sparkle in her eye whether she was in the cold watching K play ringette or soaking up the sun with Syd and Tabi in the backyard. Morning coffee with mom was a weekend ritual that will be sadly missed. Ellen inspired all of us to live life to the fullest, always make people comfortable and make sure to make them laugh, smile and feel loved. She once said that she was so lucky to be a part of Kris' family but we were all so lucky to be part of hers. Everyone that she touched was blessed because of her. She was the glue that held the family together. Our family would like to thank everyone for their love and support during this difficult time. A celebration of Ellen's life will take place Saturday, February 25, 2012 from 12:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Pandora Hotel, 103 Bond St. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Breast Cancer/CancerCare in Ellen's memory. Funeral Arrangements In Care Of WHEELER FUNERAL CHAPEL 211 REGENT AVE. WEST AT BOND 224-1525

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 24, 2012

Condolences & Memories (54 entries)

  • Ellen, Cindy, Marilyn and I went through Junior High (ADJH) together and had a great time. Ellen always had a ready smile, and was up for fun. I am so sorry to hear that she has departed this earth. My condolences to all her family. - Posted by: Deborah (Debbie) Thiessen-Derksen (Old School Friend) on: Mar 02, 2012

  • I am so sorry for your loss. May your good memories of Ellen sustain you all during this sad time. - Posted by: Linda Zimmerman ((cousin Darrel)) on: Feb 28, 2012

  • My most sincere and heartfelt sympathy to you Kris and all family. I didn't know Ellen, but know how special of person you are Kris, I am so very sorry for your loss. Thinking of you at this very sad time in your life...Love Jeannie Cook (Unger) - Posted by: Jeannie Cook (Unger) (Friend to Kris) on: Feb 27, 2012

  • Kris and the families - I am truly sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. - Posted by: Christine Kooistra (nee Smith) (Friend) on: Feb 27, 2012

  • Uncle Jim, Aunt Lenore and Family as a bereaved parent myself I know what you are going through. Now is the time when you will find strength in your memories of Ellen. Please find comfort that you are in the thoughts and prayers of not just me but the entire Byrne family. - Posted by: Kevin Byrne (Cousin) on: Feb 26, 2012

  • Dear Kris and Family; So sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. - Posted by: Jackie (Koob) Jensen (friend) on: Feb 26, 2012

  • ELLEN WAS A WONDERFUL DAUGHTER AND A VERY GOOD MOTHER AND GRANDMOTHER TO HER CHILDREN. SHE WILL ALWAYS BE IN OUR HEARTS. WE WISH TO THANK EVERYBODY FOR THE WONDERFUL COMMENTS ABOUT HER LIFE AND MEMORIES OF HER. LENORE & JIM BYRNE AND FAMILY . - Posted by: ELLEN WALSH (DAUGHTER) on: Feb 26, 2012

  • My Deepest Sympathy to you Kris and your family, Ellen was a wonderful lady, her presence with you was a pleasure. I know her soul is looking over you all and she will be deeply missed. - Posted by: Bonnie Fergusson (friend) on: Feb 25, 2012

  • Thinking of you Rick, and your family during this hard time. Cherish your memories and stories, stay strong. - Posted by: Lori P () on: Feb 25, 2012

  • Kristinn my deepest condolenses to you and your family for your loss of your soul mate Ellen. May you take comfort and strength from the wonderful family you and Ellen have together. I know their love will get you through this sad time. - Posted by: Brenda Franz (nee Deveau) (Kayla-Rae's Mom) on: Feb 25, 2012

  • My condolences to Ellen's family & friends. I remember having lots of fun with Ellen, Debbie & Donna (get upstairs) and friends in Transcona for a fraction of her life in my teens. I have been living in BC for many years now. I will forever treasure the special moments I was able to share with her and Kris last summer. - Posted by: Laurel Bradley (friend) on: Feb 25, 2012

  • We are so terribly sorry for your family's loss. Our deepest condolences. Our prayers are with you at this time. - Posted by: Charlene & Jarret Szyszkowski (Friends) on: Feb 25, 2012

  • Condolences to the family and friends for the loss of a truly wonderful lady. We often shared pictures and stories about our grandchildren. Her beaming smile @ those moments will always be remembered. - Posted by: Cindy Finney (Co-worker) on: Feb 25, 2012

  • Our deepest condolences Kris to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers will continue to be with you all. John & Bette Nabozniak - Posted by: John and Bette Nabozniak (Friends) on: Feb 25, 2012

  • To Ellens Family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of need. God was missing an angel and he came and got her all to soon. She will forever be in our hearts. The Bob Fraser Family - Posted by: Debbie Fraser (sisterinlaw) on: Feb 25, 2012

  • I have known Ellen for almost 30 years .... she never changed, she has always been a friendly/caring/loving person ! I will never forget the day she introduced me to Kris, they had just started dating ....It wasn't a secret, THEY WERE MEANT TO ''BE'' !! She just ''glowed'' ... Kris truly DID complete her life .... Ellen will be truly missed by all who knew her. My condolences to Kris & Family - Posted by: Gail Perich (friend) on: Feb 24, 2012

  • Kris and Family, My deepest condolences on the loss of your Wife and Mother. You are in my Prayers. - Posted by: Doug Burack (friend and co-worker of Kris) on: Feb 24, 2012

  • Dear Aunty Lenore, Uncle Jim, Debbie, Donna and your respective families and also to Ellen’s children and grandchildren and to Kris Walsh and his family I was very saddened to hear the news of Ellen’s untimely passing. I wish I could be there at the ceremony tomorrow to celebrate Ellen’s life and memory and also to offer my condolences in person. My thoughts are with you and I am sending love and my deepest sympathies to all of you during this very difficult time. Ellen was such a happy, beautiful person always smiling and laughing. I have many fond memories of spending time with her at your place in Transcona and my best memories are remembering how much fun we all had sitting around singing and playing guitar in your rec room. I also remember many happy times together when all of the Kretschmer clan would get together during the holidays and at frequent Sunday dinners at Grandma Kretschmer’s place. I will call you soon and will visit next time I come to Winnipeg. Take care. Love Rhona and Karl from Toronto - Posted by: Rhona Kretchmer (cousin) on: Feb 24, 2012

  • To Kris and Ellen's wonderful family- My hope is that you are finding comfort in the family and friends who have drawn near. I loved her very much. - Posted by: April Aandal (friend) on: Feb 24, 2012

  • Our deepest condolences. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. - Posted by: Shawn & Melanie McGurk (Co-workers and friends of Kris) on: Feb 24, 2012

  • Kris, we are very sorry to hear about the passing of Ellen. Our condolences go out to you and your family. - Posted by: Kim & Nancy Park (friend) on: Feb 24, 2012

  • Our deepest condolences to you and your family for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. - Posted by: Ed Skorianz & Brenda Bottomley (Friends) on: Feb 24, 2012

  • We are very sorry and saddened by this loss of such a beautiful woman. Our deepest thoughts and prayers go out to the family. We are so sorry Kris. - Posted by: Rob and Natalie MacDonald (Friends) on: Feb 24, 2012

  • from the first time I saw Ellen I knew there was something so so special about her. I was so happy when you and Kris finally found each other, a more perfect match I have yet to find and was further honored to be able to marry. I was blessed. now there will always be a quiet place to go when I need a smile. Gone way too soon. I love you. Good bye El - Posted by: Bob Gray (Friend) on: Feb 24, 2012

  • So sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Ellen was a beautiful lady & we will miss her smile. - Posted by: Brenda Thompson (Co-worker) on: Feb 24, 2012

  • Loved playing music when Ellen was in the house...Because she appreciated it. - Posted by: Kevin MacIver (Friend ) on: Feb 24, 2012

  • I will miss this wonderful lady forever. Kris and Ellen were instramental in getting my wonderful Wiz and I together. No, they were relentless! They knew we belonged together. Wiz wasn't afraid of much, but when Ellen gave him her special smile, he would say, "What did I do now?" She always put him in his place in a totally loving and funny way. Ellen gave so much of herself and never expected nor wanted anything in return. When I heard,I spoke to Wiz who passed in November and told him to be there when she got there and give her a big hug! I would like to think that they are both sitting in God's VLT lounge, arguing,and doing the Denozo smack to the back head that they liked doing here. Rest well my friend, and please keep Wiz out of trouble! - Posted by: Pat Trager (Friend) on: Feb 24, 2012

  • I just wanted to extend my condolences to the family and friends of Ellen. I live in England and my sister Janet Cross worked with Ellen at CIBC, she told me the tragic news on Tues and said what a wonderful women Ellen was. It just made me profoundly sad that she was taken so suddenly. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time. May she rest in peace. - Posted by: Ann Braithwaite (Sister of Ellen's work colleague) on: Feb 24, 2012

  • My deepest sympathy to the family. Ellen was a ray of sunshine and a beautiful person inside and out. We used to meet outside and we enjoy our chit chats and the sunshine which she so enjoyed. She kept me updated on her grandchildren and when we spoke I am positive that her eyes we brighter than the sun. I am so blessed to have had a chance to share a part of my life with you Ellen. You have made me richer for it. - Posted by: Gail Dohan (Friend – Co-worker) on: Feb 24, 2012

  • Ellen...my condolences to all of your family on your passing, watch down upon them from your seat on the other side of The Pearly Gates, and help them get through this most difficult time, and have them remember all of the good times you shared. - Posted by: David R. Gledhill (acquaintance/friend of George Walsh) on: Feb 24, 2012

  • A quote I kept very close to my heart when I lost my mother a year ago..."There is a sacredness in tears. They are not the mark of weakness, but rather of power. They speak more eloquently than 10,000 tongues. They are the messengers of grief, and unspeakable love." Washington Irving - Posted by: Dallis Hafichuk (friend) on: Feb 24, 2012

  • Uncle Jim and Aunt Lenore and family We were so saddened to hear of the tragic loss of your beautiful daughter Ellen, please know that our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. It sounds like you guys have lost a treasure, so stay close, and draw on Ellen's energy to keep you going. I wish I could give you both a big hug in person, but that is not to be, so please know that you are in my heart. Denise and Joe - Posted by: Denise Byrne (cousin) on: Feb 24, 2012

  • Our sincerest condolences Kris on the loss of your love, soul mate and best friend. We can't imagine the grief you are experiencing. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers go out to you. We wish that in time the good memories will help your hurting heart heal. All our love.... - Posted by: Greg and Dallis (friends) on: Feb 24, 2012

  • My deepest Sympathy to the Family. Ellen was a ray of sunshine. We used to stand outside and chit chat especially about the grand children and I am positive that Ellen's eyes were brighter than the sun that she so enjoyed. - Posted by: Gail Dohan (Co-Worker and Friend) on: Feb 24, 2012

  • To Ellen's family: We were heartbroken when we heard the news of Ellen's tragic death. Our thoughts are with all of you as you say goodbye to someone whom you all loved and cherished so much. May your wonderful memories of the richness of her life help to carry you through these difficult times. With love from Uncle Gary, Aunt Mary and Cousin Toni - Posted by: Gary Hughes, Mary and Toni van Gaal (Relatives) on: Feb 24, 2012

  • Uncle Jim, Aunt Lenore and Family Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. - Posted by: Debbie and Paul Walmsley (Cousin) on: Feb 24, 2012

  • What an exceptional lady!!! I feel so lucky to have had her in my life. She will extremely missed. My deepest sympathies to her family during this difficult time. - Posted by: Tammy Menrd (past co-worker at CIBC and friend ) on: Feb 24, 2012

  • To you and extended family, our sincere condolences for your devastating loss. Jackie speaks so highly of Ellen, and will miss her friendship and guidance. Our loved ones lost live on in our memories and hearts. In our thoughts during this difficult time .... - Posted by: Tina and Jim (friends) on: Feb 24, 2012

  • There are no words to express our sadness over the loss of Ellen. But we know that heaven is improved by her presence there. She kept everyone in tears with laughter. Our thoughts and hearts and prayers are with you now and forever. - Posted by: Don & Pauline Thompson (Friend) on: Feb 24, 2012

  • I DID NOT KNOW ELLEN, BUT I KNOW SHE WAS A WONDERFUL PERSON, AS I DID KNOW KRIS, AND MY PRAYERS AND THOUGHT GO WITH HER,IT WAS SO SAD TO SEE HER LIFE CUT SHORT, AND I KNOW SHE WILL BE MISSED BY MANY, ESPECIALLY HER HUSBAND KRIS,, AND MY CONDOLENCE TO THE WHOLE FAMILY, AS THERE ARE NO WORDS THAT CAN BE SPOKEN AT A TIME LIKE THIS. - Posted by: Shirley Evans () on: Feb 24, 2012

  • My thoughts and prayers are with Kris and family. Ellen could illuminate a room with her grace and class, she had such a loving, caring nature, yet be one of the funniest individuals you would ever want to meet. When I think of Ellen it will always bring on a smile. She will be greatly missed. - Posted by: Karen Milne/Murray (friend) on: Feb 24, 2012

  • Kris & family Our deepest condolenses during this difficult time. Ellen's enthusiasm for life rubbed off on everyone she met. We will miss her and always remember her. - Posted by: Brian & Deb Sellar ((Friends)) on: Feb 24, 2012

  • Kris and Ellen were a great team, and yes they made us all laugh, they would eat at our restaurant and just put a smile on my face when they all walked in as a family. R.I.P. ELLEN, Kris my Condolences go out to the Family, May God Bless You All. - Posted by: Rosita @ Georg Mohr (Friends) on: Feb 24, 2012

  • We are so sorry for your loss and thinking of you and your family during this time. Ellen was a very special lady. - Posted by: Barry & Rhonda McLeod (friend) on: Feb 24, 2012

  • We send our deepest Sympathy at your time of loss. May your wonderful memories help to console you. Our prayers are with the family. - Posted by: Evelyn and Gerry Bondy (My cousins wife) on: Feb 24, 2012

  • Ellen was a beautiful and unique person. She always had a smile on her face and a kindness that just is very hard to find in people these days. She made people feel special. We will miss her greatly. - Posted by: Doreen and Murray Wiens () on: Feb 24, 2012

  • I just met Ellen on Sunday, February 19th at a baby shower. I have never met someone so wonderful, loving and caring in all my life. She has left an everlasting impact/impression on me. Even though I just met her, I feel I have lost my best friend. I will miss you and am saddened that we didn't have more time to create a wonderful bond. - Posted by: Jan Taylor (acquaintance) on: Feb 24, 2012

  • So sorry for your loss. Beautiful person..beautiful smile ! - Posted by: Heather Zajac () on: Feb 24, 2012

  • I will never forget the glow in Ellen's eyes or the enthusiam and excitement in her voice when she spoke of her children and grandbabies. I will miss my little chats with her - she always made me laugh and brightened my day. She is an incredible and wonderful person that I feel very fortunate to have met. - Posted by: Bonita Davies (Co-worker) on: Feb 24, 2012

  • Thoughts and prayers are with you all at this extremely difficult time. Words cannot express the loss being felt by all. - Posted by: Steve Klaprat (cousin) on: Feb 24, 2012

  • So sorry for your loss, my prayers are with you and your family. - Posted by: Beth SKilnick ( Friend ) on: Feb 24, 2012

  • always smiling - Posted by: Kerry Harrison (friend) on: Feb 24, 2012

  • Our condolences go out to Kris & the families at this very difficult time, We are truly sorry to hear of your sudden loss. Ellen was a great person to all that knew her and will surely be missed by all. - Posted by: Randall & Cheryl Fedeluk (Friends) on: Feb 24, 2012

  • Our deepest condolences Kristinn to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers will continue to be with you all. - Posted by: Helga Benzie and Dan Hughes (co-workers of Kristinn) on: Feb 24, 2012

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