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ODILA MARIE (PICARD) MCCALLUM
Date of Passing: Oct 04, 2012
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryODILA MARIE (PICARD) MCCALLUM (née GODIN) It is with sadness we announce the peaceful passing of our dear mother Odila McCallum on October 4, 2012 at 93 years old. Odila married Marcel (Sonny) Picard in 1943 and together they farmed in St. Eustache where they raised their seven children Audrey (late son-in-law Vic), Céline (Jim), her late son Rénè (Holly), Lucille (Raymond), Peggy (Aurèle), Jean-Claude and Claire (Dale). Also left to cherish Odila are her 14 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Sonny passed away in 1967 and she later remarried Rich McCallum in 1971. Together they raised his son Ken. They often went camping and fishing until his passing. Left to cherish her memory are her brothers Antonio (Gertrude) and Albé. She was predeceased by her three brothers and three sisters. The family wishes to thank the staff at Manoir de la Cathédrale for their gentle disposition and their welcoming smiles. In keeping with Odila's wishes cremation has taken place. A memorial mass will be held Tuesday, October 9, 2012 at 10:30 a.m. in Our Lady of Perpetual Help at 4588 Roblin Blvd. A private interment will follow in St. Eustache Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, if friends so desire, donations may be made to the Arthritis Society, Manitoba Division, 105-386 Broadway, Winnipeg, MB R3C 3R6. The Coutu family in care of arrangements: E.J. COUTU CO. FUNERAL DIRECTORS 680 Archibald Street 204-253-5086 ejcoutu.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 06, 2012
Condolences & Memories (4 entries)
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My sincere condolences on the passing of your mother. A true mother to the end, she waited to depart until you returned from your trip. - Posted by: Phyllis Hawkins (Family) on: Oct 08, 2012
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Lucille and family. Sorry to hear about the lost of your mom. I liked chatting with her at the Manoir. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. - Posted by: Liliane Lemoine (friend on family) on: Oct 06, 2012
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Our deepest sympathy in the passing of a very sweet and friendly lady, your Mother, Grandmother and Grea- Grandmother Odila. We would only see her once in a while, but she always remembered who we were. - Posted by: Gordon & Gaby Oleksuk (Friends) on: Oct 06, 2012
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My condolences to the family. I remember her in St. Eustache as Mme Picard. She was a nice lady. - Posted by: Linda St. Cyr (friend ) on: Oct 06, 2012