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MAUREEN LODGE-ZAPARNICK
Born: Jan 09, 1950
Date of Passing: Jan 10, 2014
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryMAUREEN LODGE-ZAPARNICK The peaceful passing of Maureen Lodge-Zaparnick on January 10, 2014, has left us with great sadness. She will be lovingly remembered by her devoted husband Steve, her three grown children Ashley, Christopher and Whitney, her sister Marjorie Stevens (Kerry), her niece Kerri (Salki) and her little daughter Alexandra, nephew Matthew (Salki), sister-in-law Evelyn (Gerry), the Hornbeck cousins Hewitt (Jackie), Lynne and Rick (Margie) and their families, the Lodge family in Montreal, Auntie Vee and her many close friends whose lives she touched in so many ways. (Victoria) Maureen was born on January 9, 1950 to Margaret and Denzil Lodge, on her dad's birthday. She grew up in the north end of Winnipeg and attended Faraday School. The family then moved to North Kildonan where she attended River East Collegiate. When she met Steve through friends, they knew that they were meant for each other, and married a few months later on July 6, 1982. From the beginning they were soul-mates, a devoted couple and doting parents to their three children. Family was everything to them, a trait passed on from her mom. Birthdays, Christmas and Thanksgiving were always family get-togethers. That was not an option. But Maureen and Steve had another family of close friends and neighbours that were considered family in so many ways. They also came to the birthdays and Thanksgiving celebrations...the more the merrier. Maureen's calling was to be a teacher, and she loved what she did. This is where she had another "family"...work associates and students who loved and adored her. She taught with love and kindness, and truly cared about each and every one of them. The students she taught were blessed to have her. So many of these students kept in touch with her over the years and made sure to include her in a number of "reunions" they held. Maureen was also creative and "crafty." Everyone that knew Maureen will have something she made for them as a gift. Her snow people, her stick people, her amazing Mittens are famous, and she could make something out of anything. Those gifts took time and were made with such love, and her friends and family knew it. Those gifts are treasured. Maureen also loved her garden. She loved to add new flowers, new plants, new designs and new pathways in her lovely backyard where her family and friends were always warmly welcomed. Last year she added a beautiful Zen garden with rocks, special plants, a fountain, it was a peaceful place where she could just contemplate life. Maureen was never without a project, and Steve was always there to help make sure it happened. Funeral service will be held on Sunday, January 26 at 2:00 p.m. at Thomson "In the Park" Funeral Home, 1291 McGillivray Boulevard. Private family interment to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations in Maureen's memory can be made to CancerCare Manitoba: 1160 - 675 McDermot Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R3E 0V9. THOMSON "IN THE PARK" 204-925-1120 Condolences may be sent to www.thomsoninthepark.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 18, 2014
Condolences & Memories (11 entries)
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I will always remember Maureen's warm smile and positive personality! She was such a kind and caring teacher. Deepest sympathy to all of her family. - Posted by: Rhonda Morden (Former colleague at Dalhousie School) on: Feb 05, 2014
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Oh, feeling so sad for your family, Steve! She was one in a million! Remember all those great times and the laughs! I especially remember her coming down the hall at Byng with a fabulous smile hand to hand with Christopher who had his little hat half way around his head thinking that was the way it should be! And Maureen giggling (as we all were) and so proud. I feel blessed that I knew her! How lucky I am, Huge hugs to you all. Rhue and Worth - Posted by: rhue Hayden (An admiring friend) on: Jan 30, 2014
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Maureen and I were friends in junior high and also throughout high school. I was thrilled when her family moved in up the street from us on Edison Avenue. We would call on each other and walk to school together. Maureen was funny, smart, capable, kind, and generous of spirit. She absolutely radiated positivity from every pore. Maureen was truly beautiful, both inside and out; and I feel so fortunate and blessed to have known her and to call her my friend. We lost a good one. - Posted by: Jenny Bernice Kolodka (Friend) on: Jan 25, 2014
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Few words can express the sadness the Mackie family felt upon hearing of Maureen's passing. Her bright spirit and delightful smile will be remembered always as just a few of her wonderful character. Craig & I were so pleased to have hosted Maureen and Steve at our Gimli home last year, where we shared laughter of the chaos surrounding, their arrival to Parkwood in 1997, just a few weeks prior to the King's Park flood evacuation. Most recently we would all rally, "pre-game" in their garden to discuss hopeful Bomber offensive strategies. All of the garden group would share a common optimism, but it was Maureen who would have the most encouraging words for the outcome on the field. Her positive demeanour and kind human qualities will be our fond memory of a terrific friend. She lives on through Ashley, Christopher and Whitney, who having had such a great role model, will go out into the world making more homes full of love and laughter, possibly having grandchildren to do the same like ripples in a pond. Jane and Craig Mackie and family - Posted by: Jane & Craig Mackie (Good friends) on: Jan 25, 2014
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I met Maureen through her mother Margaret a coworker and friend and felt I knew her from her mother's stories, she loved that backyard. My condolences to Steve, Ashley, Christopher, Whitney and Marjorie and her family. - Posted by: Evelyn Gyles () on: Jan 23, 2014
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Steve, we are sorry we will not be able to attend on Saturday as we are in Brazil & don't get back to Canada until Sunday. We want to offer our condolences to you and your boys. Take heart in the wonderful memories that you all have of the good times with Maureen. These never go away. In Sympathy, Art & Leona - Posted by: Art Pfeffer & Leona Wiens (friends through work) on: Jan 22, 2014
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Mrs. Lodge was so kind to every single person and she will be remembered for her gentleness, passion and her strength. She was a teacher that possessed so many amazing qualities. My heart goes out to her family and friends. D - Posted by: Maureen Smitj (Student) on: Jan 19, 2014
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we remember her smile and wonderful laugh..... thinking of you. - Posted by: susan Kelso and Bruce Brueckner (friends) on: Jan 19, 2014
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Steve, Ashley, Chris, and Whitney: So sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers are with you. - Posted by: Carol & Clay Kemp (Colleague & friends) on: Jan 19, 2014
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I was an EAL teacher years ago at Bonnycastle School in Waverley Heights. It was through this position that I had the pleasure of meeting Maureen. We were also part of the TEAL Manitoba Executive together. Maureen was a passionate and beloved EAL teacher, but more than that, she was a wonderful human being. Everyone I knew in the EAL field loved and respected Maureen. I remember her excellent presentations at the TEAL Manitoba conferences, and I treasure times sharing ideas with her as we visited each other's classrooms. I will always remember Maureen's hearty laugh, lovely smile, and positivity. My heart goes out to you, her beloved family. She will be deeply missed by so many. - Posted by: Roberta Mithell (EAl teacher who loved working with Maureen) on: Jan 19, 2014
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We knew Mrs Lodge from General Byng School as my sons had her for a teacher. She was a gentle lady and a wonderful teacher. We were very sad to hear of her passing. Our sincerest condolences to the family and may all the precious memories keep you strong in the days to come. - Posted by: Marina Di Nella (former students) on: Jan 18, 2014
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