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WENDY DOER (KUZ)
Born: Jan 27, 1952
Date of Passing: Nov 26, 2018
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryWENDY DOER (née KUZ) It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Wendy Doer (neé Kuz) announce the peaceful passing of our beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Sister and Aunt on Monday, November 26, 2018 at the Health Sciences Centre, in Winnipeg, MB, at the age of 66. Wendy is survived by her husband David; her son Davy (Jenn); grandchildren, Andy and Penelope; brothers, Bill (Bea) and Joe (Manon), and sister Deb as well as beloved nieces and nephews. Wendy was born to parents, Bill and Doreen on January 27, 1952 in Winnipeg, MB. She grew up the eldest of four. In 1973 she married the love of her life, David Doer in Winnipeg. The honeymoon was short lived. The day after the wedding she moved to Toronto where David was working to become an Accountant. His career took him and Wendy all over the world. Over the next seven years they moved to Abbotsford, BC, Burlington, ON, back to Toronto, and finally to Maracaibo, Venezuela. It wasn't until 1980 that she got to plant roots, her and David bought a home in Winnipeg. It was then in 1982 she had her only son Davy. With Davy 10 months old, the whole family moved to Cairo, Egypt. Finally in 1985 they were back in Winnipeg for good. All in all she moved 13 times since 1973. After high school, Wendy worked at Zellers where she met David, she then went on to become banquet manager at the Charter House, and later Head Teller of the Royal Bank head office in Toronto. Once Davy arrived it was Full Time Mom for her. She was always involved in Davy's schools: running hotdog and pizza days at St. John Brebeuf, volunteering for every field trip, and volunteering at Davy's high school, St. Paul's, to work in the sport shop. She always said she was in school as much as Davy, maybe more. In 1992 David and Wendy, along with friends started Casino's Unlimited. In case running the household and a new side venture wasn't enough, they started Rice Bay Store and Marina that summer in Laclu, ON. Wendy spent her summers for the next eight years in Laclu running the small general store with Davy, David on weekends, and a few staff. You would have been hard pressed to find one bit of dust in that store, or anything out of place. Nearly every day in the winter was booking casino events to be had every weekend. All the while caring for five indoor cats and two dogs, keeping a spotless house, and keeping her family fed. No easy feat. She was a friend to animals of all kinds. Every day she would replenish the heated bird bath water and the bird food. She fed the birds to the tune of $40 per day, that's a lot of feed. She had hundreds of thankful birds or 'happy customers' as she called them, and over 50 ducks per day year round. You couldn't hold a full conversation with her on the phone without her saying in the middle of a sentence, "Oh, another bird just arrived", or "Oh look, a dove, they're so pretty" or "There's one two three four five six rabbits eating right now". When it snowed, she would go out there during the storm to shovel a path so she would be able to get to the feeders and wipe the snow off so the birds would know where to get it. Wendy loved to spoil her family and friends. The multicourse meals, the thoughtful gifts and the extra mile she would always go to make everyone comfortable and welcome around her. You would never leave her house hungry. She then moved on to spoiling her two grandchildren who she thought the world of. She would never say no to a glass of white wine or a piece of chocolate sin cake. Wendy loved and cherished her girl lunches that she and her girlfriends would get together and have every few months over for the last 20 years. A special thank you to all the staff at CancerCare Manitoba and the GD wing. Wendy could not believe how kind and caring they all were to her. A special thanks to Dr. Penner, Nurse Sarah, and Polish Aide Joanna who went that extra mile to make Wendy feel that much happier and more comfortable over her short stay in hospital. A funeral service will be held at St. John Brebeuf Church at 1707 John Brebeuf Place on Tuesday, December 4, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. Reception will be announced at the service. Wendy rejoins her lost loved ones. She was a special one-of-a-kind lady that we had the privilege to know. Rest in Peace.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 29, 2018, Dec 01, 2018
Condolences & Memories (17 entries)
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Tribute to Wendy: It has been almost a whole year since Wendy was relieved of all the pain and suffering. I think of her often and miss our chats and laughter. It is hard to believe after a year has passed, how special people have touched our lives in a special way along our own journey. May God continue to bless David, Davey and family with those special memories and provide them with moments of cherished times, peace and comfort! We will remember and continue to miss Wendy With love. Submitted by Eileen McDowell - Posted by: Eileen McDowell (Friend) on: Nov 03, 2019
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I was fortunate enough to know Wendy from our family cottage at LacLu. Growing up at the lake Wendy was a Lake Mom to all the kids who frequented The Rice Bay store or hung out with Davey at the Doer cottage. She truly was the sweetest lady, everything about her, even her voice was sweet. She always managed to make everyone who visited feel at home and welcomed us back no matter how many of us would show up at the dock or door. I have the fondest memories of Wendy. She will be greatly missed by all that we’re lucky enough to know her. - Posted by: Meghan Butler (Beattie) (Friend ) on: Jan 08, 2019
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Had my only son David in 1984 when Wendy's David was 1 1/2 years old (both born after many years of trying to conceive). Kept in touch with her right till she died even though we lived in Ontario. We shared our Davids' lives and careers with each other, the joys and the hurts too. I will miss talking to you Wendy and will dearly hold onto the handwritten recipe of "pecan olive spread" you gave me in 1980! Our thoughts are with Dave and Davy. Lorna and Felix Lobo - Posted by: Lorna Lobo (Friend-worked together in Toronto at the Royal Bank in 1981, kept in touch till she died.) on: Dec 20, 2018
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Dave and Davy it saddened me to hear about the passing of Wendy. I've been recalling memories of paddle boating to the Rice Bay Store every day to get a news paper and chatting with Wendy. We would talk about our kids and just life in general. From our talks I could feel the love she had for both of you. I missed those chats with her after the store closed but they bring a smile to my face when I think about them. Hopefully your own memories of her will bring peace and comfort to you. - Posted by: GRAHAM DANISH (LacLu Friend) on: Dec 08, 2018
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David, Davy and Family. So sorry to hear of Wendy's passing...our sincerest condolences to you. Love...The Hill's. - Posted by: Randy and Linda Hill (Friend from Laclu) on: Dec 03, 2018
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Wendy and I were friends from school. We went to Crestview and John Taylor together. I was a bridesmaid at her wedding. In August 2017 when I was back in Winnipeg we had a great time at lunch together. I cannot believe she is gone, I will miss her. My sincerest condolences to her family I know you meant the world to her. You are in my thoughts and prayers. - Posted by: Beverly Bueckert (Friend from school) on: Dec 02, 2018
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I am so incredibly sorry for your loss David, Davy, Jenn, Andy & Penelope. Davy your mom was the kindest and sweetest person. She always made me feel at home each summer at the lake; I looked forward to spending time talking with her in the kitchen. Her smile was so inviting. Please accept my heartfelt condolences. Mrs. Doer (Wendy) I will miss you so much and I wish I had told you how much you meant to me growing up. Rest in peace. - Posted by: Theresa Basarab (Friend) on: Dec 01, 2018
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David, Davy and family, we were saddened to hear of Wendy's passing. Please know you are all in our thought and prayers. Love... The Rivingtons - Posted by: Jim & Joanne Rivington (Friends at LacLu ontario) on: Dec 01, 2018
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My sincere condolences to the family. I did not know Wendy personally but have known Dave, her husband, for many years. If she put up with him all those years, sainthood is a sure thing. Thinking of you Dave. Dal - Posted by: Dal McCloy (Friend of Family) on: Dec 01, 2018
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We share and join in your grief over the loss of Wendy, your Mother – Davey, and your Beloved Wife, David and our friend. She was an inspiration and truly gifted in her generous spirit and kind nature. She was a very hard worker who looked after her family and friends. She will be missed for a very long time. A Tribute to our friend Wendy: In Proverbs it is written: It is better to have a friend close by than a brother far away. We first met Wendy when we were all dating in our youthful days. Wendy was dating David and I was dating Bruce (David’s best friend). We were both about 17 years old. We went out on various dates together and played cards, etc. Once we went for dinner to celebrate Sadie Hawkins, we made Corsages for our boyfriend’s to wear and went out for dinner to the Beachcomber. Wendy and I arrived wearing the same lovely dress, Hers was purple and mine was black. I told her she looked much better in her dress and she told me I looked much better in mine. We laughed and said we both had good taste and style, from there we forged a long friendship. Bruce and I got married first in 1971 and David was our Best Man. (Proverbs 31:10 the Good Wife).. David and Wendy got married shortly after. Bruce and I were both in their wedding party as Bruce was Dave’s best man. We had really good times together with much laughter. Immediately after the wedding David and Wendy moved away to foreign lands, but we remained in contact by mail over the years. Our lives moved in different directions. But we would always get together when they were in town. When they moved to Burlington, Bruce and I even travelled to visit them and stayed with them. Wendy was always the gracious hostess who practiced hospitality (Hebrews 13-2), serving delicious meals that she prepared. She liked trying out new recipes. She had flair in the kitchen. As the years progressed, we still remained in contact although everyone’s life was busy with running around to different kid’s events and different work and family commitments. But, we would continue to get together on special occasions. Wendy always said it was so neat getting together again because it was like we could just pick up where we left off even if we didn’t see each other in a while. She was a beautiful lady with a lovely smile and a compassionate heart! We chatted about health related issues pertaining to us and to our family! Wendy was also encouraging with her sweet AWE!. Wendy was two weeks older, we shared birthday greetings. We phoned each other and kept in touch through email. We shared laughter over the phone and encouraged one another or felt sad together for whatever was happening that could be sad. We could be silly then share a good giggle. We talked about everything but mostly our pets, the birds or our deer friends and food. It was so nice to know that Wendy was also feeding the birds and rabbits while we were feeding deer, squirrels and rabbits. Bruce and I were so proud of Dave and Wendy and their new family in Davy, his wife Jennifer and Andrew. And we were so happy to hear about the arrival of Penelope, what a beauty! We will truly miss our sweet friend, the memories live on but now she is free from her illness and pain. God bless her! Love from Eileen and Bruce McDowell - Posted by: Bruce and Eileen McDowell (Friend) on: Dec 01, 2018
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Sorry to hear the passing of Wendy. We enjoyed the times spent with her at the Rice Bay store. - Posted by: The Bakers in Rice Bay, Laclu (Friend) on: Nov 30, 2018
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Sorry to hear about Wendy. David and Davey, hope you are doing well under the circumstances. Wendy gave my daughter her first real job at the Rice Bay store and it was a great experience for her. Wendy even took the time to report her happiness with my daughter's work skills. - Posted by: Bonnie Baltessen (friend from Laclu) on: Nov 30, 2018
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David, Davy and family I was saddened to read of the loss if your beautiful wife , mother , grandmother , and friend to many. I was just thinking of her a few weeks ago thinking we had not seen each other in quite a while I am so sorry I will not have the opportunity to hear that laugh again but it is in my heart. As all of you are missing her at this time be at peace knowing she is free of pain and you have many memories to hold in your hearts I am sure she in the kingdom feeding all animals. I am away and am sorry won’t be able to come to the funeral. God bless all of you. The Fiorentino family. - Posted by: Tonina Fiorentino (Friend) on: Nov 30, 2018
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Our deepest condolences to you and the family Davey. We only met your mother once and she was truly a remarkable woman. She made the entire room light up with her smile. We are very sorry for your loss. Jim and Joanne Fredericks - Posted by: Joanne Fredericks (aquaintance) on: Nov 30, 2018
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Wendy was a true friend and such a caring person always there to lend a hand to anyone in need including animals. Just the way she greeted people with her big “Hello’s” made everyone feel at ease and welcomed .She had a wonderful smile and great sense of humour. She made the world a better place! She will always be remembered and never forgotten. Rest in peace my Dear Friend! Love Brenda - Posted by: Brenda Huynen (Friend & Neighbour) on: Nov 29, 2018
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I am so deeply sorry to hear of this tragic news. My heart goes out to David, Davy and family. Wendy LOVED her family and animals . . . a kind and caring friend and I am so sad to hear this tragic news, God Bless! - Posted by: Wendy Spillett (friend) on: Nov 29, 2018
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So sorry to hear of Wendy’s passing. My dad was constantly at the Rice Bay Store & he thoroughly enjoyed sharing stories with her. She was such a friendly, caring person. - Posted by: Susan busby (Friend from the lake) on: Nov 29, 2018