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JEAN COLLIER (OLESKI) (WOLCHUK)
Born: Mar 09, 1919
Date of Passing: Sep 23, 2014
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryJEAN COLLIER (nee OLESKI) (nee WOLCHUK) March 9, 1919 September 23, 2014 It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Jean (Mom, Grandma). She will forever be in the hearts of her children Dennis and Ralph (Darlene), and stepchildren, her grandchildren Kelly (Ty) and Deena, and her dear childhood friend Anne Suwala. She will also be lovingly remembered by her nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends from near and far. Jean was predeceased by her first husband Walter Oleski, her second husband Stan Collier, and her oldest sister Nelly Oakes. Jean was born and raised in Winnipeg, and had two wonderful sisters which she was very close with (Nelly and Julie). Her very first career after she graduated high school was as a hairdresser, she worked for the City of Winnipeg for many years, and later went on to work for Sears where she utilized her skills in sewing. She lived in Winnipeg for most of her life, and then lived just West of Arborg for approximately the last 12 years. Jean was an active woman, and would enjoy going shopping, cutting the grass, going for walks in her orchard, spending time with her pets, and visiting with family and friends. Jean was beyond kind and generous and always put family first. She was a gifted cook, and had hand-made perogies and cabbage rolls made for every occasion. She will be missed so much. As per Jean's wishes, a cremation has taken place and a service will take place at All Saints Cemetery, 4535 Main Street, on Saturday, October 4, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. Our family wishes to thank Dr. Donnelly, Dr. Ishaks, Pat Barkman and the rest of the amazing staff at Arborg Hospital for the care they showed Jean every day. She enjoyed being cared for by such a sincerely genuine team. In lieu of flowers, donations in Jean's name can be made to the charity of your choice. 204-586-8044
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Sep 27, 2014
Condolences & Memories (2 entries)
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Dear Grandma Jean. I will never forget your beautiful smile and wonderful personality. You always new how to make everyone's day so sweet. I cherish all the times we got to laugh, cry and dance together. Grandma you were so strong so wise you always knew just what to say. I wish I could tell you just how much I love you, but no words can even come close. You are a angel sent from heaven and I assure you that you will live on in all of us forever. I will look up sometimes at you in the clouds and wave to you grandma knowing that you are waving back blowing kisses. Take care dear grandma. Love always Deena can't wait to be with you someday! - Posted by: Deena (Granddaugther ) on: Oct 04, 2014
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I have nothing but good memories of Auntie Jean. She is a woman you just loved being around. She always made you feel good about yourself. Living in Alberta made it hard to be close but I always felt close even though visits were far apart and conversations were through my mom. Most of my fond memories of her were when I was younger and our family vacations were to Winnipeg. My favorite and most cherished memory is the trip she made to see me get married. And of course her eyes... Her eyes told you everything from happiness to sadness... And that really was the only way you saw her sad (like parting ways) because she always had a smile on her face. Such a grateful and positive woman not to mention beautiful! I love you Auntie Jean and will see you again one day. xoxo - Posted by: Keltie (Ranson) Pisani (Great niece ) on: Sep 27, 2014
