DOROTHY

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DOROTHY McFARLANE (nee BURKE) Dorothy, wife of the late Frank McFarlane, peacefully passed away on Sunday, October 23, 2005, at Jocelyn House at the age of 81 years. Dorothy is survived by her sons, Gene and Ben (Sharon), her grandchildren Sean (Selena) and Dawn (Josh) as well as many nieces, nephews and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Frank and son Billy. Dorothy was born in Minot, ND and was raised in Winnipeg. She joined the Royal Canadian Air Forces (W.D.'s) in 1942. Dorothy and Frank met while working for CN Rail in 1948 and were happily married in 1950. Dorothy raised her children in Winnipeg and worked as a waitress, who was well-known as Dot . A large part of her career was spent working at the Airliner. Approaching her retirement Dorothy became involved with the R.C.A.F. (W.D.'s) Women's Auxiliary and the Royal Canadian Legion where she devoted many hours of volunteer support. Dorothy made many friends through the Christian Fellowship Chapel and enjoyed her time spent with the Chapel's senior's group and family support members. Special friend Anne Miller since 1972 shared many good times and supported Dorothy and the family through many hardships. A special thank-you to the staff of Jocelyn House for their care and compassion. At Dorothy's request, cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held on Thursday, October 27 at 10:00 a.m. at the Christian Fellowship Chapel, 465 Osborne St., with Pastor Alan Dueck officiating. Interment of the cremated remains will take place at Brookside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Cancer Care Manitoba, 675 McDermot Avenue, Room ON1160, Winnipeg, MB R3E 0V9 (phone 787-4143). The Desjardins Funeral Chapel in care of arrangements 233-4949 or toll free 1-888-233-4949. Family and friends are invited to sign the Book of Condolence at www.desjardins-funeral.ca

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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 26, 2005