LARA ROCHE

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LARA "LIL" ROCHE (nee BORGFJORD) Peacefully on Wednesday, January 22, 2003, Lil Roche, aged 64, passed away at the St. Boniface General Hospital. Lil was predeceased by her daughter Frances at birth in 1960, her father Eysteinn Borgfjord in 1965, her brother Steini in 1980 and her mother Lara L. Borgfjord (nee Melsted) in 2002. Lil is survived by her husband Gordon (44 years and 11 months) daughter Karen (Brian Barton) grandsons, Scott and Cameron; son Stuart (Sharri) granddaughters, Sarah and Emma; sisters, Violet Kuchera (Peter) of Whitby, ON, Lenore Boyce (Tom) of Selkirk, MB, Caroline of Winnipeg; her brothers, Axel (Doreen) of Winnipeg, Gisli of Vancouver, BC, John (Rosanne) of Winnipeg, Don (Jeannette) of Selkirk; and numerous nieces, nephews, and special friend Margaret. Lil was born on Hecla Island and lived in Riverton, MB as a child before moving to Winnipeg. She was employed by Eatons Mail Order and the Canada Post Office. Lil was a dedicated mother and wife and loved her grandchildren with a passion. Lil had fond memories of the musical gatherings she had with her sisters and brothers when they were growing up. She looked forward to and enjoyed the many get-togethers with her siblings as they grew up and had families of their own. Lil had a great fondness of the outdoors and loved spending summers at her cottage in Arnes bird watching and walking on the beach. Lil was a special friend to many, sharing a coffee with neighbours, a cribbage game and always willing to lend an ear and converse with many and we are sure they know who they are. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of your choice. Sincere thanks to the staff of 6A south at St. Boniface General Hospital. There will always be a special place in our hearts where love lives on Goda Nott Elsku Lara Min, Mom & Amma A memorial service will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, January 25, at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home, 4000 Portage Ave. Arrangements entrusted to: CHAPEL LAWN FUNERAL HOME CEMETERY AND CREMATORIUM 885-9715

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 24, 2003