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EMILY RUTH THOMAS

Date of Passing: Feb 24, 2012

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EMILY RUTH THOMAS September 19, 1928 - February 24, 2012 Emily passed away peacefully at the Red River Personal Care Home in Selkirk, Manitoba surrounded by her loving family. Emily was born in Balsam Bay, Manitoba on September 19, 1928 to William and Catherine Thomas. She was predeceased by her husband Stanley, daughter Nora, three grandchildren, her parents, six brothers and seven sisters. Emily is survived by her children, Brenda, Virginia (Charles), Ozzie (Wendy), Barbara (Gordon), Irwin (Jeannie), Malcolm (Carol), Leon, Debbie (Dave), Warren (Wendy) and Cora; stepchildren, Dell, Myrna, Lori, Daphne (Fred) and Douglas (Lila); 29 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren; her sister, Florence Sinclair and numerous nieces and nephews. Prayers will be said on Wednesday, February 29 at 7:00 p.m. in the Gilbart Funeral Chapel in Selkirk. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, March 1 at 1:00 p.m. also in the chapel with Rev. Brad Elliott officiating. Interment will follow in the Balsam Bay Cemetery. The family would like to express their heartfelt thanks to the staff at Red River Place for the care and compassion shown to Emily. In lieu of flowers, donations in Emily's memory can be made to the Balsam Bay Church restoration fund. Gilbart Funeral Home, Selkirk in care of arrangements. www.gilbartfuneralhome.com
Publish Date: Feb 28, 2012

EMILY RUTH THOMAS Peacefully, on Friday, February 24, 2012, at the Red River Personal Care Home, Emily Thomas, aged 83 years, beloved wife of the late Stanley Thomas. Prayers will be said on Wednesday, February 29 at 7:00 p.m. in the Gilbart Funeral Chapel in Selkirk. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, February 30, 2012, at 1:00 p.m. also in the chapel. Full obituary to follow in Tuesday's paper. Gilbart Funeral Home, Selkirk in care of arrangements
Publish Date: Feb 27, 2012

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 27, 2012

Condolences & Memories (7 entries)

  • I met Emily only once during the summer of 1979 when I attended a Social in Winnipeg for her family member. I remember her as being very much loved by her family as well as being excited about the social. Leon and family, I am sorry to hear of your loss. I too had lost a family member on that very same day and can understand the loss you felt that day. You were all blessed to have a mother like Emily. Maureen a.k.a. Lisa - Posted by: Maureen Chouinard (Friend of Emily's son Leon) on: Apr 09, 2013

  • Thank you Emily for opening up your busy home to us children. I remember helping Ginny with a stack of ironing. You opened your home to my after wedding party. You raised beautiful children - it was so nice to see them all at your celebration of life service. You were truly honored on that day! - Posted by: Carol Sakwi (Beaconia neighbor) on: Apr 08, 2012

  • Dear Aunty Em: You are with the Angels now. I am sorry I won't be at your service to honor your memory but my thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family at this difficult time. Love Lene - Posted by: Lene Sinclair (Niece through marriage to Dale Sinclair) on: Feb 28, 2012

  • Had Many Good Times With My Mom And Dad Bud And Dolly In Beaconia Also With Uncle Stanly - Posted by: BoB Hardwick (Good Friend ) on: Feb 28, 2012

  • Our thoughts and prayers are extended to the family in your time of loss. We know that Auntie Emily is in a better place. May she rest in peace. Blessings to all of you. - Posted by: Joan Thomas John Hes (Niece) on: Feb 28, 2012

  • Emily was very special to me when I was growing up in Beaconia. I lived with Emily and her family in Selkirk when I was 16. I will never forget how wonderful you were to me. We had many good times together. I love you with all my heart. Rest in Peace Sweet Lady. Love Dale. - Posted by: Dale Tibold-Thomas () on: Feb 28, 2012

  • I knew Emily from when I was a little girl in Beaconia. She was always good to me like a mother. When she moved to Selkirk, we remained very close. I will always remember the fun times together. Rest in Peace Emily. - Posted by: Dave and Doreen Langford (Long time friends) on: Feb 27, 2012

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