IDA VICTORIA SULLIVAN

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IDA VICTORIA SULLIVAN (nee McDONALD) December 8, 1919 - November 1, 2014 Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Thursday, November 6, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. in Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church, 510 River Avenue, with Rev. Fr. Sam Argenziano presiding. Wojcik's Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 2157 Portage Avenue, 204.897.4665, is in care of arrangements. wojciksfuneralchapel.com
Publish Date: Nov 8, 2014

IDA VICTORIA SULLIVAN (nee McDONALD) December 8, 1919 - November 1, 2014 It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Auntie Ida at Victoria General Hospital on Saturday, November 1, 2014. Ida is survived by many McDonald nieces and nephews including Charlene Terris (son Glen), Jim McClements and his wife Vicki (children Tanya, Todd and Trent), Dan McDonald and his wife Brenda (daughter Danna). On the Sullivan side, she is survived by sisters-in-law Millie Sullivan, Joan Potthast, and Peggy Nommenson as well as Anne and Jim Master, Bob and Erna Sullivan; nephew Bob (Margaret) Sullivan; as well as many more nieces and nephews and their children. Ida was very proud of all her nieces and nephews and their children. She was predeceased by her husband Roger; sisters Irene Brown, Marie McClements, Jean Kerry; her brother Joe McDonald; nephew John Brown; niece Joanne Jackson; brothers-in-law Fr. Jack Sullivan, OMI, Art Sullivan, Richard Sullivan, Herb Nommenson, and sister-in-law Audrey Sullivan. Born the eighth child of Daniel Owen and Lillian McDonald; Ida took great pride in being the youngest of the family and being the favourite of her father. She attended St. Mary's Academy rather than a convent, which she felt distinguished her from her older sisters. Ida was active in her youth playing sports such as golf and ball and in her later years organizing events for others including movies at The Bolton and organizing the jigsaw puzzles. After completing Business College, Ida worked for a plumbing supply company. She had a long and distinguished career with Manitoba Hydro where she retired as the head of the stenographer pool as well as being responsible for all the Hydro filing. At a dance in 1944 Ida met the love of her life, Roger Sullivan. Their relationship blossomed and they shared many passions together. They loved each other so much they were married twice: first in a civil ceremony in 1971 and later in 1976 in St. Ignatius Church. One of their passions was traveling with their trailer which eventually found a home on the Lee River where they spent many summers and weekends. Later in their retirement they travelled to Victoria for the winters. Ida will be remembered for her strong character, willingness to speak her mind and a sense of humour. She loved music - especially "her music" (the big bands). She challenged willing staff to sing her favourite songs to her and then would sing along. She listened to "her music" on "her radio" up to the very last minute. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, November 6, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. in Holy Rosary Roman Catholic Church, 510 River Avenue, with Rev. Fr. Sam Argenziano presiding. The last nine years of Ida's life were spent as part of the Bolton Retirement Community. She often shared stories with her family illustrating the kindness of both residents and staff. The care was professional and personalized. Her family very much appreciates all the Bolton staff, but wants especially to thank Karen Zacharias whose support of Ida and our family was extraordinary. Ida's final three months were spent at Victoria General Hospital. The family would like to acknowledge the special care and attention provided to all of the patients. During visits Ida often expressed her appreciation of the professional yet personal support. In the last few days the Victoria General Hospital staff constantly shared "Ida stories", reflecting on her character, good spirit and humour but at the same time, illustrated their special commitment to the folks they support. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Ida can be made to the CancerCare Manitoba Foundation, 675 McDermot Ave., Winnipeg, MB R3E 0V9. Wojcik's Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 2157 Portage Avenue, 204-897-4665, is in care of arrangements. wojciksfuneralchapel.com
Publish Date: Nov 4, 2014

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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 08, 2014