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LINDA MARIE MAGER (ALEXIUK)

Born: Oct 23, 1945

Date of Passing: Apr 11, 2013

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LINDA MARIE MAGER (nee ALEXIUK) October 23, 1945 - April 11, 2013 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our wife, mother and grandmother "Nana". She died peacefully surrounded by her loved ones at Riverview Health Centre, ending a fiercely fought battle with cancer. Linda leaves behind her husband Philip, sons Philip Jr. (wife Stephanie, children; Riley, Noelle, Brianne and Makenzie), Jeff (wife Eva, children; Julia and Lukas) and Robbie (wife Nicole, children; Ava and Owen). She is predeceased by her parents Michael Alexiuk and Elizabeth (nee Richard). Married for 48 years, Linda and Philip raised their three sons, Philip Jr., Jeff and Robbie in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Linda was actively involved in many of her children's activities, serving as president of the ladies auxiliary at Glenlee Community Centre for several years, volunteering at school Bingos and hot dog days. Linda was always known for keeping an extremely tidy home and for her excellent cooking. She loved to prepare a feast every Sunday for her family. The weekly dinners were important to her and served as a foundation for the family as it grew over the years. Dinnertime was about more than the delicious food Linda took pride in preparing, it was about the stories, laughter and wise-cracks that were shared. Linda's world revolved around her immediate family and she treasured every moment she shared with her eight grandchildren - making them a priority over everything else. Even after a tiring day at work and during her many chemotherapy treatments, Linda found the energy to spoil the grandkids. Throughout her life, Linda regularly attended church and often visited other parishes, taking in activities like Fall Suppers, bake sales and Sunday morning breakfasts while making many close friends. At a young age Linda worked at Air Canada, then decided to stay home to raise her sons until 1987 when she re-entered the workforce with her sister Jan Kilborn at West Fair Foods. She loved the interaction with her customers' and after more than 20 years was unfortunately forced to retire early because of her battle with cancer. In keeping with Linda's wishes, cremation has taken place and a funeral mass celebrating her life will be held at 11:00 am at St. Emile Parish, 556 St. Anne's Road on Monday, April 15, 2013. A luncheon reception will be held at the parish hall immediately following the funeral mass. All in attendance are welcome to join the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to the Mager Family and Friends in support of Children's Hospital at the Winnipeg Foundation. The family of Linda Mager wishes to thank the caring staff at Riverview Health Centre for all their compassion and support. 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 Apr 13, 2013

Condolences & Memories (14 entries)

  • Sorry to hear of your loss Phil. Nothing will replace the loving memories of the time you shared together. It is these memories that will keep you strong and keep Linda's flame burning in you lives as you carry on. - Posted by: Stephen & Sharon Burdy (Friends) on: Apr 23, 2013

  • I am so very sorry to hear of Linda's passing. She was such a strong woman and always smiling and a great sense of humour. I remember Linda through Glenlee community Club. I think of Linda each Xmas. She made my late wife, June, a Mr. & Mrs. Santa Claus out of old magazines. To this day I always put them on display at Xmas time. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family at such a difficult time. Dennis friend - Posted by: Dennis Phillips (friend ) on: Apr 17, 2013

  • We are so very sorry to hear of Linda's passing. I always enjoyed talking to Linda and the conversation was always about our kids and then the grandchildren. Our hearts and prayers are with all of the family. - Posted by: Allan and Wendy Riel (Friends) on: Apr 15, 2013

  • Auntie Linda was always the happiest of people. Every time I saw her, she had a smile on her face and would take the time to talk with me. I haven't seen her much the past few years, but the few times I did, she was always positive and radiated warmth. Helen Keller said it best with the following words - “The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen, nor touched, but are felt in the heart.” - Posted by: Richard Mager (Nephew) on: Apr 15, 2013

  • I had the pleasure of knowing Linda for almost 10 years when she worked at Extra Foods as my Head Cashier. Always feisty, always funny and above all, always caring. The staff adored her!!! My sincere wishes go to all her family and those who loved her. And I am equally confident that somewhere in the great beyond, she is smiling as she buys scratch tickets!!! - Posted by: Steven Channing (Old boss) on: Apr 14, 2013

  • Linda was a huge positive impact on my life. She was more then my boss, she was a mother figure and helped me through some tough times. My thoughts are with her family which I know are so dear to her. Heaven has gained one amazing angel. - Posted by: Bernadette (Co worker at regent EF) on: Apr 14, 2013

  • Sorry to hear about your Mum. - Posted by: Ken Kowaluk (Former co-worker) on: Apr 14, 2013

  • Jeff, Eva and family, Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. We enjoyed walking and chatting around the MTS Centre with your Mom during the Moose Hockey games, as well as talking at Extra Foods. She was a very kind and caring person. We are thinking of your during this difficult time. - Posted by: Nancy & Kim Park (friend) on: Apr 14, 2013

  • I have known Linda my whole life and even though we had drifted apart while raising our children, I have such warm and happy memories of her. She was a beautiful woman with a great sense of humour. As children I remember family picnics and many trips to Uncle Pete's farm. At Uncle Pete and Auntie Nadia we caused such destruction. We climbed hay stacks, ate the plums and crabapples that grew on the farm....would beg Uncle Pete to let us go bring the cows in for milking. Only as adults did we understand the work Uncle Pete had to go thru after our visits. Restacking the hay and any other mess we may have made. As adults we finally learnt that the cows always came home for milking but Uncle Pete and Auntie Nadia never let on that rounding up the cows was completely unnecessary, they just let us have our fun. I will always cherish those memories with Linda. Family is family and Linda was part of my family. I will meet up with you one day and we can talk about those old times. Love from your cousin Dianne - Posted by: Dianne Wilde (cousin) on: Apr 14, 2013

  • linda was a strong funny and fair women who made her co-workers feel like she was her friend she cared about you and was interested in your family I always thought about her through the years and remember how much she thought her boys were so special and how proud she was of them and all they did to make the world a better place...one son worked with the boys and girls club so one day she wanted buy apples that may have a bruise or dent in them so she could buy them at a discount off so she could be sure all these kids had fruit to eat I thought what a caring family is that take care - Posted by: cathy kidd ( co worker london and monrow) on: Apr 13, 2013

  • Our thoughts and prayers our with the Mager family. We loved and will miss the laughter shared with Linda and the wonderful New Year's Day gatherings hosted by the Linda and family. Jonah's thoughts and prayers are with his two best friends Julia and Lucas as they struggle with the passing of their Nana. All our love the Norman's. - Posted by: The Norman's (Friends) on: Apr 13, 2013

  • Linda will always and forever be in our hearts even though we now live out on the Best (Wet) Coast of Canada. Thinking of all the grieving family members. - Posted by: Doug mager (Cousin of Linda's husband Plillip) on: Apr 13, 2013

  • Linda was a fun loving Lady, Her and I had so many great laughs together. While having a glass of wine together we would talk about our grandchildren, our kids and how much our husbands should have been brothers as they are so much alike, When you are a friend of Linda's you are her friend forever. I will miss her so much. She is finaly at peace where she needs to be and that is the only thing that comforts me. Be aat peace with no more suffering my friend. - Posted by: Helen (Friend) on: Apr 13, 2013

  • I met Linda several times while we were both picking up our grandchildren at Gyot school. I knew of Linda through her son Jeff and her sister Judy. I knew that Linda was very much a family Mom/Nana. She was a very loving, caring and giving person. Linda always had a smile on her face whenever I would see her. She never let on that she had any health issues. After loosing my only sister at 49 and a mother of 5 children six years ago to cancer, I know what the family is going through. Please know that time does help to heal your heart. My thoughts and prayers are with each and every one of Linda's family. - Posted by: Christina and John Gulyas (friend) on: Apr 13, 2013

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