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AGNES WITZLEBEN
Date of Passing: Sep 13, 2014
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryAGNES WITZLEBEN 1924 2014 On September 13, our beloved mother, grandmother, mother-in-law, passed away at age 89. She will be eternally missed by her daughter Cindy Graham (Richard) and her son Todd Witzleben (Lisa) and grandchildren Zoe and Erik. She will now join her lifelong love, husband and partner, Martin, who passed away in 2003. Mom was born on November 6, 1924 in Landshausen, Germany. She was one of 12 children. At the age of four, upon the death of her mother, mom was sent to live with a family friend, in Beckstetten during the Depression and The Second World War. She received a full high school education during those years away from home and family. She learned English and graduated with secretarial training. In 1947, mom moved to Munich and got a job with the US Air Force as a Stenographer and later Supply Clerk. In 1948 she transferred to the Neubiberg US airbase, where she met a young, handsome, persistent man named Martin who worked in the warehouse. Martin pursued her relentlessly until they married in April 1950. In 1953 mom and dad left Germany to start a new life in this fabulous country. In 1958, Martin & Agnes became Canadian citizens. A few years later they adopted Cindy (1962) and Todd (1964). Mom was active in her children's lives as a dedicated stay-at-home mom. When her children were teenagers she worked with Martin in his business as his partner. Mom worked in the business until she was 86. Over the years mom enjoyed the company of her family and friends, parties on Greenwich Bay, trips to Germany, the Strelski farm, the Caribbean, Denver and winters in Mexico with Betty & Sepp. Most importantly she was a beautiful, smart, practical, fiercely independent woman and a selfless, caring and loving mother and wife. Mom encountered many major health issues but faced each one with stoic grace. She never complained and willingly gave up her independence to rely on the help of others for the first time since she was a child. Even in her final weeks, she still had a smile and a few words for visitors and staff, even when her body and mind were failing. "Don't be sad that I'm gone Be happy that I was here" -anonymous Cremation has taken place. There will be no service. Family and friends may sign a Book of Condolence at www.glenlawn.ca Glen Lawn Funeral Home 204-982-7550
Publish Date: Sep 20, 2014
AGNES WITZLEBEN Peacefully on September 13, 2014, Agnes passed away. Longer notice to follow in Saturday's paper. Glen Lawn Funeral Home 204-982-7550
Publish Date: Sep 18, 2014
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Sep 20, 2014
Condolences & Memories (10 entries)
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How could I have survived the long Winnipeg winters, with a career-building and necessarily often absent husband, three small children, no car and no family if it had not been for our close friends and neighbours, Martin and Agnes. Most snowy afternoons I spent with Agnes and her home-baked cakes, we both leafing through the Eatons catalog for Christmas and birthday presents for our children and sharing the excitement when the delivery truck dropped our orders off to admire and pack away for the coming occasions. Holidays, birthdays and ordinary Sundays were spent together crowned by Agnes's wholesome Bavarian dinners. Martin and Bruno building for our dog Tulip a triple-walled doghouse with finished dimensions too big to be moved out of the basement and to be dismantled again. The shared, not previously measured pool table that on delivery could only be moved down to Martin's basement by taking out a staircase wall, and so on. The twelve years we lived on Greenwich Bay and the birth and growing of each other's children, the parents adopting each other so the children would have aunts and uncles for the lack of real ones across the ocean became indelible parts of our lives that would never have happened without kind and selfless Martin and Agnes. Now they are joined together again as being apart had been hard to bear. To Richard, Cindy, Todd and Lisa our heartfelt sympathy. Tante Annemie and late Uncle Bruno, Your cousins Monica, Chris and Greg Locher - Posted by: Annemarie Locher and Family (Chosen Aunt to the Witzlebens Children, friend and neighbour) on: Oct 26, 2014
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We would like to express our sincere condolences to Cindy and Richard. May all your memories of your Mother give you peace and comfort. She was an amazing person with a kind heart and a beautiful personality. She always made you feel welcomed and made sure you always had something to eat. She knew Walter loved Steak Tartare, so she went and got the meat and prepared it for Walter and Richard. Walter will never forget her thoughtfulness and he said no one knows how to make this the way Agnes does. We will always remember this wonderful person and Cindy you have so many memories that you will treasure for the rest of your life. All our love, Walter & Diane - Posted by: Walter & Diane Rybczuk (Friend) on: Oct 20, 2014
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Cindy, Todd & family We have many precious memories of being neighbours to the Witzlebens as both our family's children were growing up together over a lot of years. We could not have had better neighbours and very dear friends, than Marty and Agnes, who were two of the nicest most caring parents and people you could ever be so lucky to be able to call, almost part of our family too. Still can't believe we took our family, and Cindy to Disneyland and actually drove on the LA and Orange county freeways. Must have been a lot younger and braver in those days because 6 lanes each way was terrifying. However, we were all safe in the end and we had a great time in Southern California. Our thoughts and prayers, as a family, are with you, Cindy and Todd, as you grieve the loss of a very special Mom and a Dad with a heart of gold. There wasn't ever anything Marty wouldn't do if ever we needed help with anything. May God bless them both as they are now together again as we're sure Marty was anxiously awaiting for Agnes to rejoin him in a better place. The statement in the obituary by-anonymous was perfect: "Don't be sad that I'm gone...Be happy that I was here." With our love, Fran, Lionel, Shannon, Laurie and Dean Moore - Posted by: Fran, Lionel, Shannon, Laurie and Dean Moore (Friends) on: Oct 20, 2014
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Dear Cindy & Richard, Todd & Lisa: My sincere sympathy to you for the loss of a wonderful person. Through the years she has always been there for you, taught you right from wrong and through example how to be a well rounded person. She will be missed and well remembered and I know her sparkle will shine down on you all forever. It was an honor to be her grandchild. With much love, Moni - Posted by: Monica Hindmarch-Locher (God daughter) on: Oct 14, 2014
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Todd and Cindy, sorry to hear about your Mom but just wanted to let you know we spent many happy times with them both in Los Picos over the years, they were both so kind and generous. Remember the good times! - Posted by: Jim and Margie Murdock (friends) on: Oct 05, 2014
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Todd and Cindy and rest of family: Oh the good times we had at Los Pecos with Martin and Agnes.!!!It is sad that all this has to end. We no longer go to Mexico but the memories are vivid for having spent 25 winters in the apt beside Agnes. I do wonder how Betty and Seff are. Agnes loved her life with Martin and we will remember them forever. Fondest condolences Jim and Sonia Simes, Yorkton, SK - Posted by: Sonia and Jim Simes (Friends in Mexico(altho we are canadians)) on: Oct 03, 2014
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Todd, I was so sorry to hear about Agnes. She was a wonderful person and she will be missed. My thoughts are with you and Lisa and your family. - Posted by: Wendy Metcalfe (Marigold) () on: Sep 22, 2014
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While we only met you Mom over the fence these past three years, we know it is no accident that she raised a loving daughter. Our thoughts are with you and know that time will heal the pain, however, you will never forget and you will come to cherish missing Mom! - Posted by: Pat & Pat (Neighbours to Cindy and Rick. ) on: Sep 21, 2014
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I didn't know your mom Cindy, but she sounds like a wonderful mother and lived a pretty interesting long life. I know you were a devoted daughter and will miss her terribly, but please take comfort in knowing she will be joining your dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Love & Hugs, Joan - Posted by: Joan Knowles (Friend) on: Sep 20, 2014
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Todd, Lisa, Zoe and Erik, Our deepest condolences on Agnes' passing. (Your mother, mother-in-law and grandmother to Zoe and Erik). Our many times spent with you and Agnes in your backyard and garage were always at the utmost excellence. We will miss her gentle smiles and meaningful conversations. God Bless You All and May She Rest In Peace beside her Marvin... - Posted by: Gil. and Yvette (Neighbours for 15 years) on: Sep 18, 2014
