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LORRAINE BALCAEN-MAGAS
Born: Aug 17, 1942
Date of Passing: Dec 02, 2023
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryLORRAINE BALCAEN-MAGAS
Peacefully, on Wednesday, December 2, 2023, at the age of 81 years, at the Grace Hospital, Lorraine went home to the Lord.
She leaves to cherish her memory her husband of 10 years, William (Bill) Magas; sons, Ron (Denise), Robert (Stacey), George (Aneta) and Tom (Jennifer); grandchildren, Brett (Joelle), Tylor (Nicole), Tanner, Cody, Sidney, Samantha, Ricky, Matty and great-grandchild Sasha; sisters, Gisele, Lucille, Viviane (Vic); brother Norbert (Lucie); stepsons, Chris (Kristen) and Tim; step-grandchildren, Alyssa and Alexandra (Yannick), numerous nephews, nieces and friends. She was predeceased by her first husband Gerald (Ger) Balcaen (April 13, 2005) and by her parents, Adelard (Joe) and Alice (Lemoine).
Lorraine was born on August 17, 1942. She grew up in Ste. Agathe, MB and after graduation had a few different jobs including a brief time teaching and working at the Royal Bank. For a number of years, Lorraine devoted her time as an organist at the Ste-Agathe Catholic Church. In 1963 she married Ger and lived in Fort Garry where they raised their four boys and worked a number of years at the family company, Balcaen and Sons. She also continued her love of music, playing the organ at St. Vital Parish in Fort Garry.
The family spent many weekends fishing up in Grand Rapids, MB and several campsites through Manitoba and occasionally in the States. Mom watched her four boys grow and try their hands in multiple sports keeping her pretty busy, hockey, soccer, motocross (which she loved the most!), snowmobile and car racing.
In 1996 mom and Ger spent as much time as possible wintering in Mesa, AZ. After Ger passed suddenly in 2005 mom bought a winter home in Mesa, AZ where she had many happy times and met lots of new friends.
In 2013, she married Bill with whom she shared a condo in St. Norbert. They continued to head to Mesa every year to beat the cold in Manitoba and were able to get down one last time last year.
The boys would especially like to thank Bill for his unwavering care and love looking after their mom over the past 10 years.
Lastly, we would like to thank the doctors and nurses at the Grace Hospital for their care and compassion in mom’s last hours and allowing us all to be with her when she passed.
A Funeral Mass will be held at Mary Mother of the Church, 85 Kirkbridge Dr., on December 19, 2023, at 10:30 a.m. A reception will follow immediately after in church hall. A Private interment for family will follow later in the afternoon.
Donations may be made to Diabetes Canada.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 09, 2023, Dec 09, 2023
Condolences & Memories (8 entries)
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My condolences to Bill and his children and my cousins and their spouses, their children and grandchildren on the passing of the Balcaen family matriarch. Auntie (and Uncle) were second parents to me in my teens and 20's. I had the pleasure along with with Deb Seaborn of babysitting the boys for a few years. I was so lucky to be invited to join the family in many of their activities like races at Brooklens speedway, Grand Forks, and Winnipeg speedway. Also giving time for Auntie to spend time on her own or with friends (remember streamliners?). We (Caroline and I) got to know Bill later in life and our thoughts are with him as he deals with his grief. Our thoughts and prayers and with all of you. Auntie will rest in peace knowing she has left us in the knowledge that her legacy lives on in her family. - Posted by: Mark Balcaen (Nephew) on: Dec 19, 2023
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Our sincere condolences to Bill and all the Balcaen family as well as Vic and Vivianne Bossuyt. We enjoyed many fun evenings playing cards and socializing. Her beautiful smile and laugh will be missed. She was a lovely lady. - Posted by: Ed and Shirley Zacharias (Friends) on: Dec 15, 2023
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Lorraine was an acquaintance of mine through Mary Mother of Church!! I was born in area of Ste Agathe/Aubigny. I had met her parents whom were friends Gabrielle and Stan Robert, and they often had great visited with my parents! I am sure all who knew her jovial smile will miss her dearly! Condolences - Posted by: Aurore Kirouac (Friend) on: Dec 14, 2023
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Lorraine was a special lifetime friend. Loved her laugh and wit!? Sincere condolences to Bill her best friend , to you four sons. Lucky enjoyed you at the Winnipeg Speedway! How she loved to brag about your achèvements. Thank you for giving her Sasha, how happy she treasured her. Lorraine loved you, she is still walking with you everyday, just keep talking to her! Ask her help and find how she will. My advice. You are in my prayers! - Posted by: Therese Baudry (Cousin) on: Dec 12, 2023
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Ron, Denise & Family, My sincerest condolences on the passing of your mother. The kindness your family has shown ours has been so very much appreciated. Meredith Milne & William Acevedo - Posted by: Meredith Milne (Friend) on: Dec 12, 2023
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Our sympathies to all the Balcaen boys and their families. May your many memories help you through this difficult time. - Posted by: Carol & Carmen Hunter (Old Neighbour) on: Dec 11, 2023
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Dear Bill & all Lorraine’s family. Please know that you are in our thoughts and our prayers as you grieve the loss of your dear Lorraine. We have beautiful memories of our times in Mesa with Lorraine & Bill. Those we will cherish as we remember Lorraine in prayer and friendship. May her gentle soul Rest In Peace, - Posted by: Pierre & Biddy OKeefe (Friend) on: Dec 09, 2023
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To Ron and Denise and family. We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your dear mom. May you find some comfort in cherishing the memories you made as a family and remembering the wonderful times you spent together. God bless you all. - Posted by: Jill Stefanyshyn (friend) on: Dec 09, 2023
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