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CHRISTA KOOTS
Born: Dec 26, 1939
Date of Passing: Mar 09, 2015
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CHRISTA KOOTS (nee HEINRICH) December 26, 1939 - March 9, 2015 It is with deep sadness the family of Christa Koots (nee Heinrich) announce her passing on Monday, March 9, 2015, at the age of 75 years, after a lengthy, courageous fight with cancer. She leaves to cherish her memory her dearly beloved husband of 55 years, Michael, her children Ken (Allison), Wayne (Kathy), and Anita (Ian), and her grandchildren Kelvin, Simon, Emily and Abigail. Christa was born December 26, 1939 in Prague, Czechoslovakia, and was predeceased by her father and mother Johan Heinrich and Maria Schmolz in 1944. Christa had one sibling (deceased), Anneliese Beier. Christa was raised in an orphanage in Wurzburg, Germany and immigrated to Canada in 1958 where she was sponsored by a family who had immigrated to Winnipeg a few years earlier. Christa began her new life in Winnipeg as a domestic and then in an embroidery factory. After marrying Michael Koots in 1959, Christa devoted her life to her family. She was proud of and loved all of her children and grandchildren very deeply. Christa enjoyed baking desserts and cooking extravagant dinners for her family. She was an excellent seamstress (Barbie clothes), artist (paintings, ornaments, birdhouses, furniture, etc.), and enjoyed gardening and camping. Christa always made everyone around her feel welcome and special. She will be remembered as exceptionally tenacious, yet kind, and very intelligent. A memorial service will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Friday, March 13, 2015 at Glen Lawn Funeral Home, 455 Lagimodiere Blvd. In lieu of flowers, donations to CancerCare Manitoba would be appreciated. Family and friends may sign a Book of Condolence at www.glenlawn.ca Glen Lawn Funeral Home 204-982-7550
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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Mar 11, 2015
Condolences & Memories (5 entries)
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My sincere condolences. My thoughts and prayers are with Mike and the family. Christa was a dear friend and I remember many good times we had with Mike and my dear wife Alida and the McGills. Rest in peace. Another Angel has arrived in Heaven. - Posted by: Eugene Phaneuf (Friend) on: Mar 12, 2015
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She was a favorite Aunt. My childhood memories are filled with warm and loving memories of her. She had a spirit of strength, warmth and joy about her. Everyone lucky enough to know her, was touched by her ability to make you feel valued. She was artistic, creative, and intelligent. May she rest in peace with no more pain - Posted by: Julie Braun (Niece) on: Mar 11, 2015
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I am sorry to hear about your loss. She was like a second mother to me. I remember when Wayne and I would do something silly she would just shake her head and Mike (Wayne's dad) would call us knuckle heads SHE WILL BE MISSED.!!!!! - Posted by: Bernie Dorge (friend) on: Mar 11, 2015
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My deepest Condolences, Thoughts and Prayers go to Mr. Koots and Family at this sad time. My Condolences to Anita and your Family, I enjoyed meeting and visiting with your Mom, she will be greatly missed by all. Thinking of you all, Shelley Stibbs - Posted by: Shelley Stibbs (Friend of Anita and Ian Kinnard) on: Mar 11, 2015
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Mike, Ken, Wayne, Anita and families. We were sorry to learn about the loss of your beloved Wife, Mother and Grandmother. We will always remember her for her pleasant nature and kindness. She was a fine woman. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. - Posted by: Wendy (Phaneuf) Sikora (Family Friend) on: Mar 11, 2015
