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MARGARET KELSCH
Born: Oct 02, 1938
Date of Passing: Jan 26, 2013
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryMARGARET KELSCH Margaret left this world, Saturday, January 26, 2013; she is now in the arms of the Lord. She leaves to mourn her passing, her best friend and husband of 52 years, Leo, daughter, Kathy and son, Dan (Terri), grandchildren, Tyler, Travis and Taylor. Her sisters, May and Shirley, sisters-in-law, Joan, Angela (Chip) and Frances, brother-in-law, Albert (Leone) as well as, many nephews, nieces and friends. Margaret was born October 2, 1938 in Winnipeg, after graduating from St. Mary's Academy, she worked at Otis Elevator and General Electric, before joining her husband in the Fashion Agency business. Leo and Margaret spent many happy years travelling together and enjoying their cottage at Lake of the Woods with children, grandchildren and friends. We will miss you Margaret. In keeping with Margaret's wishes, cremation has taken place and a funeral mass celebrating her life will be held on Friday, February 1, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. in St. Bernadette Parish, 820 Cottonwood Road, with Fr. Fred Olds officiating. A special thank you to the nurses at St. Boniface ICU, especially Danielle. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or to Canadian Diabetes Association. The Coutu family in care of arrangements: E.J. COUTU CO. FUNERAL DIRECTOR 680 Archibald Street 204-253-5086 ejcoutu.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 30, 2013
Condolences & Memories (16 entries)
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Leo we just found out Margaret passed out thoughts are with you and your family. I was very fortunate to have met you guys during my years as a retailer. - Posted by: Zmary ann vie ille () on: Feb 24, 2013
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Oh my, thruout the years I have quietly kept in touch thru friends. I am so sorry to hear of the family's loss,even though I have not been here I have awesome memories of all you because of Margaret's love for you all. Take care, Glenna - Posted by: glenna (years past) on: Feb 03, 2013
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Dear Leo, Dan and Families We were truly sorry to learn of the passing of Margaret. You have our deepest sympathy and understanding of the loss that you feel at this difficult time. May she rest in peace. Sincerely, Gary and Gwen - Posted by: Gary and Gwen Steiman (Friends ) on: Feb 03, 2013
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Kathy I am so very sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. We have been friends for many many years and you always spoke so highly of her, I can't imainge your loss, my condolences to you and your family. - Posted by: Cheryl Lamirande (Friend of Kathy's) on: Feb 03, 2013
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Our condolences to you Leo and your family on Margaret's passing. May the good memories of the past sustain you during this difficult time. - Posted by: Ron and Darlene Petersen (Friends) on: Feb 02, 2013
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We are friends of Kathy. Kathy has spoken very highly of the time she has spent with her family and mom - love leaves a memory no one can steal. My Deepest sympathy to the entire family. - Posted by: Ron, Cheryl, Alysha, Mellisa, Makayla, Avery Kaatz;Friends of Kathy (Friends of Kathy) on: Feb 01, 2013
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Leo and family, we read about Margaret so sorry to hear about your loss, we are unable to attend on Friday. Our thoughts are with you and your family. Note from Margaret Watson: I always remember, Mrs Kelsch as having a neverending smile. With over 70 kids on the street and, all the noise and drama that goes with that, I never once recall either Mr or Mrs Kelsch getting upset with, the Lachine Road kids. - Posted by: #Margaret Watson, Marion Watson (Neighbour on Lachine Road) on: Jan 31, 2013
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Dear Leo and Family, We are so sorry to hear of Marg's passing. We are thinking of you and sad that we can not be with you at this time. May the memories of happier times sustain you. Lawrie and Susan - Posted by: Lawrie and Susan Manson (friends) on: Jan 31, 2013
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Leo, Dan and families..Sorry for your loss of a loved one, thinking of you at this time, cherish the many fond memories. Dale Brown - Posted by: Dale Brown (business) on: Jan 30, 2013
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Leo and family we are so sorry for your loss and our prayers are with you. - Posted by: Judy&Moe Orlowski (Cousin) on: Jan 30, 2013
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I have known Kathy for many many years and along the way have gotten to know her mom, her dad and brother (and his wife and children). The Remillard family would like to send our deepest sympathy and our thoughts are with you all. Sincerely Rollie, Terresca, Mack & Hannah Remillard - Posted by: Rollie and Terresca Remillard (Friends) on: Jan 30, 2013
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Leo and family I would like to say how sorry I am at your loss of your wife, mother - thinking of you In your time of sorrow, my prayers are with you Gloria Mathes - Posted by: Gloria Mathes (Husband worked in Fashion Agency) on: Jan 30, 2013
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My Deepest condolences to the entire family. I was shocked and saddened to learn of your wife's and mother's passing. I hope that knowing my thoughts are with you will bring some relief! - Posted by: Robert Epstein (Friend) on: Jan 30, 2013
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Dear Leo, Dan and family. I am very sorry to learn of Margaret's passing. My prayers are with all of you. Warmest regards Doug Wimble - Posted by: Doug Wimble (Friend) on: Jan 30, 2013
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We are friends of Kathy and just knowing how much Kathy loved and respected her mother (Margaret), we realize that she had to be a wonderful person. On behalf of our family we would like to send our condolences. Losing a loved one is never easy but remember you have the love of family and friends. Ron and Mary-ann Salter. - Posted by: Ron and Mary-Ann Salter (Friends of Kathy.) on: Jan 30, 2013
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Dear Leo and family. I'm so sorry to hear of Margaret's passing. I know I haven't seen her in years but I do remember her fondly from my childhood. I'm afraid I am unable to attend on Friday as I will be out of town but I send my deepest sympathies. Joanne Gordon (nee Butcher) - Posted by: Joanne Gordon (Butcher) (friend) on: Jan 30, 2013