LYNDA JANE WHITE

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LYNDA JANE WHITE Even the most difficult of battles come to an end, so it is with both sadness and some sense of relief, that our family announces the passing of our mother Lynda Jane White (nee Wilson) at the age of 69 after a two-year battle with Cancer. Mom leaves to mourn her husband of 47 years Bryan, her sons Doug, Don, Brent and Rob, her four incredible daughters-in-law Tara, Treena, Trisha, and Nicole, and her cherished grandchildren Kari, Parker, Max, Lily, Mason and Eden. Mom also leaves behind fond friends and past co-workers. Mom was predeceased by her father and mother J. Mac and Pearl Wilson and Dad's father and mother Les and Ella White. The arrival of Doug in February 1969, would be the beginning of a family life we know was the proudest part of Mom's life. Don following in 1970, Brent in 1973 and Rob in 1974, rounding out the pack of boys that ended up defining Mom and Dad's life for so many years and in so many ways. Our family had many enjoyable summers and weekends at the cottage in Minaki. Hockey was a constant theme in our family with many of our collective friends today being the same families Mom would see at the rink, the lake, or at school. Mom was family first and steadfast in her commitment to offering us a good life and a fun life full of love. Being a Mom came easy to Lynda and there is a lesson to be taken from the unwavering commitment both her and Dad have always shown to each other and to us as a family. Clearly, one of Mom's greatest joys was the arrival of all her grandchildren with Max the first in the summer of 1999. Since then Kari, Parker, Lily, Mason and Eden have been a constant source of entertainment, joy, and love for Mom and it is in them that we will surely see Mom's spirit live on. Be it Mom fixing the girls hair, swimming in the lake with them hanging all over her, or helping Mom make her world famous chocolate brownies, all of her grandchildren are better off having had Mom in their lives. In addition to her commitment to family, Mom cherished and valued friendships. Easily met, always cheerful and consistently optimistic, she endeared herself to the many who had the opportunity to enjoy her company. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 13 at 2:00 p.m. at Thomson In the Park Funeral Home, 1291 McGillivray Blvd. The determination Mom displayed over her two-year struggle with Cancer is nothing short of incredible. The family would like to extend our sincerest thanks to the staff at CancerCare Manitoba and especially Dr. Harding as well as the nurses and attending staff at the St. Boniface Palliative Care Unit. While words will never fully express the gratitude we have for all of you, it is your gentle ways and special caring touch that we are certain made Mom fight for as long as she did. In Mom's honour and in lieu of flowers, donations can be made to CancerCare Manitoba, 675 McDermott Avenue, Winnipeg, R3E 0V9 or the St. Boniface Hospital Foundation - Palliative Care Unit, C1026-409 Tache Avenue, Winnipeg, R2H 2A6, or a charity of your choice. Mom the battle is over and you have done your job. Rest easy as we will all see you in heaven one day. While you will be missed, nothing will ever take away the memories, teachings, and unwavering love that you have given all of us. THOMSON IN THE PARK 925-1120 Condolences may be sent to www.thomsoninthepark.com

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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 11, 2012