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CLAUDIA VIOLET CHOMICHUK
Date of Passing: Feb 01, 2015
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryCLAUDIA VIOLET CHOMICHUK (nee BURTON) On February 1, 2015 Claudia Chomichuk, our beautiful mother, Amma and wife, began her next journey with family holding her hands and her husband's words of love spoken in her ear. Claudia now joins her parents Paul and Violet Ingun Burton, sharing stories amid curls of Afi's pipe smoke. Proud of her Magnusson-Sigmundson family line, Claudia often told stories of her sister Paulette Lapointe (Dennis), her many aunts and uncles and cousins growing up in Hnausa. She cherished the visits of Icelandic family, and never took for granted the efforts they made to stay connected. She said of family "strive to learn about your heritage, it makes you stronger and richer" Claudia nurtured that connection with her daughters Karen (Ken McKim), Carolyn, Diana, Jackie (Bruce Froebe) and son Gregory (Tara Cole-Mccaffrey) and nephew Ryan (Mara Koven). Claudia was a selfless host that was always ready with a warm meal and a made bed. She was a loving Amma to many grandchildren. Mackenzie, Cameron, Signy, Shay, Lief and Finnley and Kate will remember reading, cooking, exploring, gardening and making art with a woman who loved them all deeply. The only regret she expressed was to be absent while they grew into the fine people she knew they would become. In the St. Boniface School Division, Claudia was a teacher by profession and by example. She leaves behind colleagues and students she touched with lessons of kindness, patience and a love of life long learning. She grew and tended gardens fit for royalty but shared by all. As a prolific glass artist all those who visited her studio have now a piece of her legacy which will live to catch sun beams and memories for a long time to come. She spoke often of her loyal friends from near and far, with whom she could pick up conversations with as if time had never passed between meetings. Claudia often said that the best thing to happen to her was her husband Walter. Together they made 42 years of memories and left friends and footprints across the globe on many "once in a lifetime" adventures. They lived together at Lakespeak at Hillside Beach, the sanctuary they designed together, which remains a place of love, life and memories. Mom loved to stand on the beach and watch the sun slip down below the water. She loved the sky bursting with colours as if in jubilant thanks for the Sun's work that day. Sometimes her old friend Lonesome Charlie, the point's resident Pelican, would drift by, his wings spread in a reddening sky. She was always at peace then. Untouched by anything in those fleeting, perfect moments. The next sunset you see, think of her, joyfully, and be at peace. It is with extreme admiration that the family extends thanks to all the staff of the compassion filled ward of 3E at Riverview Health Centre. Though they could not cure they always showed that they could care. We love you and miss you greatly and will remember you always. Claudia's memorial service will be held on Thursday, February 5, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. at Glen Lawn Funeral Home, 455 Lagimodiere Blvd., with a reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Riverview Health Centre. Family and friends may sign a Book of Condolence at www.glenlawn.ca Glen Lawn Funeral Home 204-982-7550
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 04, 2015
Condolences & Memories (16 entries)
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I just found out about Claudia's passing this afternoon. I am speechless. My sympathy goes out to the whole family. Claudia was a very Kind, Lovely and Classy Lady inside and out. Claudia was truly a gifted and talented artist, that is how we met and we shared some wonderful conversations. Unfortunately I was unable to get to Claudia's last Art Show. I will always cherish our meeting at PSG. I will miss you Dear Friend. Peace Be With You. - Posted by: Patricia Clapa (Friend from Roger Thomas classes at Prairie Stained Glass) on: Mar 20, 2015
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Saddened to learn of Claudia's passing, we will continue to gently hold her, Walter and the family in our hearts with love and prayers. We will miss her open houses at the lake but her beautiful works of art will be a reminder of her talented spirit. Valerie & Gary Firth (Hillside neighbours) - Posted by: Valerie Firth (Neighbour) on: Feb 07, 2015
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Dear Walter, It is with great sadness I write to you today to express my sympathy. Claudia was a gifted teacher and artist and I know many people cherish memories of her during all those years in the St. Boniface School Division. Sincerely, Lois Maclennan - Posted by: Lois Maclennan (Friend) on: Feb 07, 2015
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We are very saddened to hear of Claudia's passing. Indeed we feel very privileged to have met Claudia and Walter, first through her wonderful stained glass, which blossomed into sharing enjoyable times together socially. She was a beautiful lady inside and out and positively emanated love. The days ahead will be difficult for her family, which she was so immensely proud of. Her obituary was a wonderful tribute to her and her life and legacy. You will carry Claudia and her influence with you. I too am sorry that she could not witness her grandchildren grow into adulthood, as the gardens that she so lovingly tended. - Posted by: Patrice and Gregory Berko, Victoria Beach and Calgary (friends) on: Feb 07, 2015
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So saddened to hear this news today. Three of her stained glass pieces grace my Windows at the cottage. Each time I look up will think of her. My thoughts and prayers are with you. - Posted by: Joann copp (friend) on: Feb 06, 2015
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Walter and family, we are very sorry for your loss. - Posted by: Murray and Bev Wilson (Rashee Lane neighbours) on: Feb 05, 2015
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It is with true sadness and sense of loss that we express our condolences to Walter and his family on the loss of Claudia. We knew her as a kind, articulate, and warm hearted person who truly loved her family and friends. - Posted by: Jim Westendorf and Cathy Churchill (Friends) on: Feb 05, 2015
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This morning I received an e-mail telling me of Claudia's passing. Walter...Your life with Claudia was a true & beautiful love story. I am so sorry that I didn't get a chance to see you after the last TC reunion but am grateful that I was able to talk to you both. Thanks to both of you for entrusting me with the teaching of both Karen & Gregory. They were gifts. I will be thinking of you all. Walter, I know that you will feel comforted & find strength in knowing the love of such an incredible woman & knowing she was loved by such an incredible man. - Posted by: Joanne Wilson (friend) on: Feb 05, 2015
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Walter and Family - my thoughts and prayers are with you all. I didn't know Claudia but from your tribute to her she sounds like an amazing person and touched everyone she met in a positive light. May God bless you all. - Posted by: Ingrid Gallo (Friend) on: Feb 05, 2015
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Blessings to you Walter and family. Claudia was a beautiful woman. Her loving heart was obvious. You will miss her dearly but I pray your memories will carry you through. - Posted by: Susanne Cunningham (Friend) on: Feb 05, 2015
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Claudia's kind-hearted manner, creative talents and natural elegance made her a noteable person. I still carry fond memories of our Magnusville-Hnausa childhood years. Sincere condolences to Walter, children, grandchildren, Paulette and family. Regretfully, unable to attend service; you will all be in our thoughts. Lynne & Jean Taillefer - Posted by: Lynne Taillefer (cousin) on: Feb 04, 2015
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Thinking of all of you. I have fond memories of our Comrie visit when I was much younger. - Posted by: Tyler Comrie () on: Feb 04, 2015
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Thinking of all of you. I have fond memories of our Comrie visit when I was much younger. - Posted by: Tyler Comrie () on: Feb 04, 2015
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Our sincere sympathy to you on the loss of your wife Claudia. I'm sure life will be lonely without her but you will be in our thoughts and prayers. - Posted by: Gordon and Vi Kreutzer (Friend) on: Feb 04, 2015
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My condolences to Walter and family in this difficult time. In reflection, my memories go back to our time shared at Van Belleghem and crazy discussions during our carpool days. Although many years and distance have gone by, I remember this period as ground breaking in many areas and Claudia was instrumental in this regard. - Posted by: Morris Matthews (Educational colleague and friend.) on: Feb 04, 2015
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My heartfelt sympathy to you, Walter and your family. Thinking of you in your time of grief. Linda Soltys - Posted by: Linda Soltys (friend and colleague) on: Feb 04, 2015
