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JANIS LEE BROWN (MCKENZIE)

Born: Feb 04, 1949

Date of Passing: Jul 18, 2014

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JANIS LEE BROWN (nee MCKENZIE) February 4, 1949 - July 18, 2014 Sadly and with deep sorrow our loving mother, grandmother and sister was taken from us way too early. Her laugh, her smile, her voice, her style, Her strength, her poise, her gifts, her joys Her words, her grace, her eyes, her face Her love and her life will live on forever. Janis is grew up in Brandon moving to Winnipeg when son Sean was two to provide a better life for them. Janis had nothing so her son could have everything over the years. She never asked for anything and worked hard for everything she had, she was the ROCK of the family. Working at Investors Group for over 20 years Janis developed many close relationships and would talk about her work friends often still keeping in touch and having annual lunch dates with friends. Jan would often find solace at the Public Libraries which she would attend often as reading was her passion. Even with her chronic back pain Janis loved doing things with her granddaughter Brooklyn (6), all the while developing a bond with Mia (11 months). You could see her mood and face change as soon as she saw her "girls", there was nothing she wouldn't do for them. The laughter and joy she brought to so many people will live on through many. She is survived by her son Sean, fiancée Crystal, granddaughters Brooklyn and Mia; sister Cathy, husband Kim; and brother Donald and wife Brenda. A celebration of Janis' life will be held at 1:00 p.m., Thursday, August 7, 2014 at Wheeler Funeral Home, Cemetery & Crematorium, 1800 Day Street. "A mother's hug lasts long after she lets go" Always remembered, eternally loved, and forever missed by your family. Funeral Arrangements in Care of Wheeler Funeral Home, Cemetery & Crematorium 1800 Day Street 204-224-1525

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 26, 2014

Condolences & Memories (6 entries)

  • Knew Jan since grade 8 and lived with her till just before she got married. I feel bad that we did not keep in touch. We were alike in so many ways. Deepest regrets that I did not meet her son and family. Just days before learning this I was looking at pictures, her wedding and Lynne's . - Posted by: Colleen nee Lane (Friend) on: Mar 18, 2016

  • Special thoughts and heartfelt prayers are with you and your family during this time of sorrow. I worked with Jan in the old IG building at 280 Broadway over 27 years ago and it was a privilege to work alongside her. My memories of her are of a warm, considerate & sincere person who always enjoyed a good laugh. Jan brightened each work day for me and it was a blessed opportunity to know her. God bless you all. - Posted by: Debbie Payment (former IG co-worker) on: Aug 08, 2014

  • Thinking of you and your family today and wishing I could be there for support. I didn't know your mom but I'm sure she was a great lady and a wonderful parent. She taught you well as I can see how you parent your little girls...she would be proud. A LOVE between a mother and her son is special. With deepest regards, Jaye - Posted by: Jaye Feener (Friend of Sean's) on: Aug 07, 2014

  • Jan was my first friend at Investors Group. We shared both work and personal experiences throughout the years. Jan was quick to share "her girls" pictures and stories. Her face always lit up when she talked about them. She was a classy lady and was always willing to lend a hand. I will miss her dearly. Sean my condolences to you and your family. - Posted by: Chris Galbichka (Friend) on: Jul 30, 2014

  • My mom was the most incredible people you would ever meet she would give and give and give while asking nothing in return. The love she had for my girls is unprecedented and it breaks my heart that she isn't physically present to see them grown and for us to be married in a week. The memories and love I have will love on forever in me and your "girls" you have no pain mom love you forever and I'll never let go xoxoxo - Posted by: Sean (Son) on: Jul 26, 2014

  • Sean. We were very sorry to hear about your mother, especially at this time. I hope that loving memories of her will strenthen and help you deal with your loss. I know that she will always watch over her "girls". Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. - Posted by: Gabriele & Marina Di Nella (friend's of Sean) on: Jul 26, 2014

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