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ELAINE LOFCHICK
With heavy hearts, we share the news of the passing of Elaine Lofchick, the heart and soul of our family.
She was the love of her husband Bernie Lofchick's life and was predeceased by her parents, Rae and Jimmy Gobuty, and daughter, Myra Lofchick. Elaine is survived and deeply loved by her brother, Michael Gobuty, and her children, Mindy and David (Michelle) Lofchick, as well as her grandchildren, Sharonne (James) Katz, Michael Topf, Courtney (Andrew), Daniel, Arielle Lofchick, and Rachel Jones, and great-grandchildren, Amalya and Eliana Katz, beloved by all of her nieces and nephews.
Elaine was a one-of-a-kind. A natural performer and loved nothing more than putting on a show. Whether dressing up like a clown or pranking her family members, Elaine always had a way of not only captivating an audience but creating stories to be told for years to come.
In addition to her love for the theatre, Elaine adored nothing more than gathering her loved ones around the table for Shabbat dinners. She was known for her delicious chicken soup, matzoh balls, and anything covered in garlic. Every meal she would discuss plans for the next, a funny quirk that everyone in the family would laugh at as they enjoyed their meals.
Elaine was also deeply charitable. She was always willing to lend a helping hand to those in need and was a dedicated supporter of Sertoma and Rosh Pina Sisterhood and the Children's Hospital throughout her life. We are grateful for the love and kindness she showed to others, and we will continue to honour her memory by carrying on her legacy of generosity and compassion.
We would like to express our sincere gratitude to Home Instead for their compassionate care and assistance during this difficult time. Special thanks to Rispha and Erlinda for their exceptional kindness and dedication.
Elaine will be deeply missed by all who knew her. She leaves behind a legacy of love, belly-aching laughter, generosity, and delicious food that will be remembered for generations to come.
Funeral services will be held at Congregation Etz Chayim on December 23, 2022, at 1:00 p.m. Shiva will begin on the evening of December 24 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and will continue to be observed from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. through and including December 28 at 505 Kelvin Blvd.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Lofchick Fund at the Jewish Foundation of Manitoba, the JNF, or a charity of your choice.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 23, 2022
Condolences & Memories (6 entries)
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Condolences to uncle Bernie and family from Anne and Ronnie Maclachlan - Posted by: anne ron maclachlan (friends of lori) on: Dec 27, 2022
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Dear Bernie and family, On behalf of my parents, Fanny & Joe Urovitz we send our love and sincere condolences on Elaine's passing. My parents have been friends with Sandy & Larry Lofchick for over 60 years and throughout many visits to Toronto, we were able to share in Simcha's and holiday celebrations that included Elaine and Bernie. What a wonderful couple!! Great role models!! Elaine was kind, generous and they shared the most wonderful sense of humour. Wishing everyone good health and peace during your time of mourning. BDH. - Posted by: Terri Urovitz (Family Friends) on: Dec 26, 2022
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Very sad to hear of my aunty Elaine's passing. She was so loving and caring, I cherished my visits to Winnipeg as she made me feel at home like I was her own son. My heart goes out to my uncle Bernie, cousin David, and cousin Mindy, God bless this family while they're in their time of mourning. - Posted by: Lorne lofchick (Nephew) on: Dec 23, 2022
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I have known the Lofchick family since early childhood, and will always remember Elaine with much fondness. I have a childhood memory of her distress if I said "No" to something she offered me to eat. I'll always remember how much she loved to laugh wickedly at something naughty. Elaine was definitely the life of the room, and her love of her family knew no bounds. My deepest condolences to the Lofchick family. May her memory be a blessing. - Posted by: EnidBarnes (Friend of family) on: Dec 23, 2022
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My Condolences to the family of Elaine a beautiful, kind, funny and loving person. I have know Elaine since the 60s and can remember when my nephew a tiny little kid could hardly wait till Elaine and Ian would visit at Halloween dressed up a clowns and various characters. It was so awesome, she was so much fun and so very funny but also one of the kindest most generous people I have known. I have stayed close to her daughter Mindy and she has become family and is so very much like her Mother. We will miss you so much Elaine, My heart breaks for the loss of such a gentle kind, loving person ….a loss to all. - Posted by: Maureen Anderson nee Fraser (Friend) on: Dec 23, 2022
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Dearest Lofchick Family, Please accept our deepest condolences on the loss of beloved Elaine. She was one of our favorite relatives!!!!! Our trip to Israel with her was one of the highlights of our life! Her joie de vive was contagious! she always made us laugh and raised our spirits when we were down. Anyone who had the privilege of having her as a relative or friend was lucky. We agree her cooking and entertaining were wonderful. Her kibbutzing made the world go round. HA! We are so sorry that we are out of town in Mexico with the family until the New Year and will not be there this week to support all of you. Our hearts and thoughts will be with you at this difficult time. All our love, Corinne and David. - Posted by: David and Corinne Billinkoff (Cousins) on: Dec 23, 2022