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LORETTA JOAN DESILETS
Born: May 28, 1950
Date of Passing: Apr 02, 2019
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LORETTA JOAN DESILETS
Loretta was born May 28, 1950, to Agnes Todd and Richard Desilets.
Loretta was a cherished sister to Ronald (Anna) Desilets, Patricia Desilets, Colette (Francis) Holmes, Richard (Lynne) Desilets.
Loretta was Aunty Retta to Lisa (David), Jeanne (Craig), Pierre (Robyn), Daniel (Cindy), Benoit (Robbin) and Philippe Desilets; Carmen and Quincy Donenfeld; Patrick, Spencer (Robyn) and Perry Holmes; Nicolas (Jenna), Andrea (Jonathan) and Elliot (Katie) Desilets.
Loretta was Great-Aunty Retta to Louis, Geneviève, Renée and Marissa Manahan; Lucien, Chloé, Noah and Joel Desilets; Tessa, Zach and Jacqueline Balsinger; Gabrielle and Félix Desilets, Daniel and Reina Desilets; Cole Donenfeld; Benjamin and Mikaël Dulude.
Loretta spent her childhood in Elie, MB. As a member of a loving family whose best times are with each other, Loretta was a frequent contributor to this glee and merriment with her utter sense of the ridiculous. She did not hesitate to assert her sentiments be it via jesting, an astute political observation or loving regard.
Loretta's entire working career was spent at "the gas company" where she became an advocate for standards and rights in the workplace. Her friendships there were life-long. She was a wholly caring mom to her whiskered babies, Smega, Wally, Dervish and Baby Girl. Instead of breaking for lunch, she would rush home at noon, let Baby Girl out for a stroll, somehow coax her back into the house, then dash back to work. Total love and devotion. When she wasn't at work or entertaining/partying or chasing squirrels (numbnuts, she called them) in the backyard, she was trekking through Italy. Tuscany was her second home.
The family thankfully acknowledges all the help, support and care given to Loretta, especially by Karen Lawlor and Lynne Desilets.
Eulogy and prayers will be said on Wednesday, April 10, 2019, at 10:30 a.m. followed by Funeral Mass at 11:00 a.m., at Blessed Sacrament Church, Elie, MB, with Fr. Michel Nault officiating.
Arrangements entrusted to:
Interlake Cremation & Memorial Services
Publish Date: Apr 6, 2019
LORETTA JOAN DESILETS
Loretta Joan Desilets passed away on April 2, 2019, at Riverview Centre, Winnipeg, MB.
Eulogy and prayers will be said on Wednesday, April 10, 2019, at 10:30 a.m. followed by Funeral Mass at 11:00 a.m., at Blessed Sacrament Church, Elie, MB.
Longer obituary to follow.
Arrangements entrusted to:
Publish Date: Apr 4, 2019
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 04, 2019, Apr 06, 2019
Condolences & Memories (6 entries)
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So sorry to hear of Loretta's passing. Such great memories of growing up with her in Elie and through high school. So much enthusiasm and a great sense of humour. For sure she will create a ruckus and fun times when she gets to where she's going. Philippe & Diane Desilets - Posted by: Philippe Desilets (Cousin) on: Apr 10, 2019
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I worked with Loretta at the "gas company", I bonded with the sense of humor she had and will always have fond memories of her. One time she hosted some co-workers at her home in Norwood Flats and her personality was every bit of that house and especially the backyard. Time for Loretta to entertain the big guy upstairs. Loretta you will be missed !!!!!! - Posted by: Wayne Ostrowski (Co-worker) on: Apr 09, 2019
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I am sorry to hear the passing of Loretta. All my condolences to the family. - Posted by: Doug Black (Co-worker) on: Apr 07, 2019
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Always fun, will be missed. - Posted by: Ron (Co- worker) on: Apr 07, 2019
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Condolences to the family and friends of Loretta during this difficult time. I knew Loretta through her union activity and always loved the humour and issues she brought to any gathering. She will be missed. - Posted by: Susan Hart-Kulbaba (friend) on: Apr 06, 2019
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Our thoughts and condolences are with the family during this sad time. Don & Janet Kuhlman - Posted by: don Kuhlman (Co-Worker) on: Apr 06, 2019