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HUGUETTE LIWISKI

Born: Jul 25, 1958

Date of Passing: Sep 01, 2013

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HUGUETTE LIWISKI July 25, 1958 - September 1, 2013 It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of our sister Huguette "Yogi" Liwiski on Sunday, September 1, 2013. Yogi was predeceased by her mother Estelle Bouchard, her father Eloie Bouchard and her brother-in-law Bert Vermette. Left to cherish her memory are her sisters; Carole, Odette (Bob), Marlene (Frank) her best friend, confidant and brother Marcel (Maggie), and brother Clem (Kathy). Her nieces and nephews, Linda (Darcy), Roger (Tracy), Michel (Lana) Guy, Stephane, France, her uncle Réal (Zina), as well as many great-nieces and nephews. Yogi worked at the Norwood Hotel for 26 years. She started as a waitress in 1987 and ended her career as Bar and Restaurant Manager. She will be missed and remembered by her staff as being strict but fair. She made numerous friends in her years and that was well noticed in her last few weeks. Yogi enjoyed spending her time with family, either playing cards, going out for dinner, attending BBQ's or just sitting around chatting and having coffee. She had the opportunity to vacation in Mexico on more than one occasion, and she looked forward to going back. Her attitude in life was "It is what it is". We would like to thank Bob and Diane Sparrow, Rick and Pat Sanfilippo and Carmen Pinette for their continuous support throughout this time. In keeping with Yogi's wishes, cremation has taken place and no service will be held. The family would like to extend our thanks to the St. Boniface Pallative Care Unit for their constant care and nurturing. In lieu of flowers, if friends so desire, donations in memory of Huguette may be made to the CancerCare Manitoba Foundation. The Coutu Family in care of arrangements: E.J. COUTU & CO. FUNERAL DIRECTORS 680 Archibald Street 204-253-5086 ejcoutu.com

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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Sep 07, 2013

Condolences & Memories (13 entries)

  • I will ALAWAYS cherish the memories of you sitting on the swing of your front porch, or perching over the fence dividing our yards. You have supported me and helped me in more ways than you know. A constant in our lives on Hindley, a smile, a wave, a listening ear, You were always there... I knew it, my kids knew it. We missed you when we moved and we sure miss you now. Love you Yogi and thank you for being just the way you are. From all of us: the Crazy Cadieux family next door. - Posted by: Dominique, Patrick and and our 6 children (old Hindley neighbors) on: Oct 28, 2013

  • Marlene and Frank, Yogi's family and dear friends.... Respectfully I extend to you my deepest and sincerest condolences. I was shocked and deeply saddened to hear of Yogi's passing. With sincerity, I pray you find comfort through prayer and draw strength from the love of family and dear friends. Rest easy Yogi, your memory will shine brightly through all those you left behind. - Posted by: Norma Simpson (Johnston) (Friend) on: Sep 14, 2013

  • There is a great emptiness in my life without you. I will always cherish and never fogtet the times we had together. Make sure those cards are well shuffled for when I get there! I will miss you. Love you always, Maggie (friend, Canasta Partner, Sister-In-Law) - Posted by: Maggie (Sister-In-Law) on: Sep 13, 2013

  • HUGUETTE WAS 1 OF MY BRIDESMAIDS WHEN I GOT MARRIED 36 YEARS AGO. WE MOVED TO BC IN 1997 MADE SURE TO KEEP IN TOUCH AT LEAST ONCE A YEAR BUT UNFORTUNATLEY DID NOT GET IN TOUCH LAST YEAR. I WILL MISS HER BECAUSE I WON'T BE ABLE TO CATCH UP WITH HER THIS YEAR. BYE MY FRIEND I WILL MISS YOU - Posted by: MONIQUE DES AUTELS (B ESTFRIENDS IN SCHOOL) on: Sep 10, 2013

  • Yogi and I worked together for 10 years at the Norwood. She was an amazing boss, mentor, friend and confidant. I had the opportunity to be Yogi's Assistant Manager and when she went on holidays I was to fill her shoes. Honestly she wore a size 48 shoe. What an amazing individual with more energy and patience than anyone I have known. I will truly miss our time together as Yogi became the big sister I always wanted. May you have eternal rest Yogi and I will see you when I get there have the coffee ready!!!! LOVE you sooooo Much!!! Lori (Boo Boo) - Posted by: Lori Horn (Friend) on: Sep 09, 2013

  • My auntie yogi was a great person who always said what was on her mind. We had plenty of laughs and I will miss her terribly. I love you, rest in peace - Posted by: Linda ( niece) on: Sep 09, 2013

  • I had the privilege and honor to meet the Famous Yogi 3 years ago. She was always straightforward and I so appreciated her insight. Wish I could have had another 40 years with her. I attended the get together at the Norwood on Sunday, Sept. 8th, thank you for inviting us. - Posted by: Tracey (Niece (In-Law)) on: Sep 09, 2013

  • I would like to pass my condolences onto the family - my thoughts are with you. Yogi was a wonderful person ! My Dad (James Brown) and her knew each other for many years and I believe they are both at peace now. - Posted by: Kelly Brown () on: Sep 09, 2013

  • It will always be Yogi's bar... RIP Yogi! Xo - Posted by: Just a girl from st. b (Patron at the wood also co worker ) on: Sep 08, 2013

  • Miss you already. Rest In Peace Yogi. Love you always. - Posted by: Marlene (Sister) on: Sep 08, 2013

  • I worked with Yogi at my mom's restaurant, Jeannie's Grill prior to the Norwood Hotel. To the family, I'm shocked and saddened to hear of your loss. May she rest in peace. Cindy - Posted by: Cindy (Petroniak) Wolfe (friend) on: Sep 08, 2013

  • I worked with Yogi for almost 5 years at the Norwood, and we became good friends. I have many great memories of Yogi, selling tix at the Christmas staff parties, sharing chocolate, letting her experience many types of food, (mostly spit out) and I have proof she did know how to text! I will miss her very much, as will many many others. - Posted by: Debbie Zimmerman (Co worker) on: Sep 07, 2013

  • Dennis and I wish to convey our condolences to Yogi's family, friends who must feel sadly, as we do too, for the loss of a beautiful person who would always greet us with a friendly smile. We'll miss you Yogi RIP - Posted by: Kathe & Dennis Huot (patrons at the Norwood) on: Sep 07, 2013

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