MABLE RAMSAY

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MABLE RAMSAY February 23, 1922 - November 8, 2014 Grateful for her long and happy life, the family announces the peaceful passing of Mable Ramsay on Saturday November 8, 2014 at River Park Gardens. Left to cherish her memory are her eight children: Sherrill (Alf) Aylward, Bob (Kris), Russ (Iryna Shaposhnikova), Kathy (Larry) Matwee, Gerrie, Barbara, Janet (Clint) Goddard, and Bruce (Tanja Gerhardts); 19 grandchildren: Debbie, Carole, Brian, Heather, Nancy, Jan, Caroline, Matt, Adam, Jennifer, Mike, Shannon, Tim, Charlie, Emily, Sarah, Hannah, Anni, and Robson, as well as 16 great-grandchildren. She is survived by her much loved sister-in-law Gisele Ramsay, and brother and sister-in-law Ted and Stella Brisbin, and other family members. Mable was predeceased by her husband R. R. (Bud) Ramsay and her brother Bob Brisbin. Mable was born to be a mother and grandmother. Her patience, kindness, calm nature, and humor were her great strengths in raising a family of eight children. Mable was raised in St. Vital and was an accomplished speed skater and comptometer operator. Mable and Bud were married in 1941 and raised their family in St. Vital. The house was always full of family, friends, and food. We enjoyed great brunches and fabulous Sunday dinners - always a roast in the oven, Yorkshire pudding with gravy, and multiple pies a favourite for every person at the table. In her "spare" time Mable was a talented crafter. She delighted in creating many beautiful petit point and crewelwork pieces. She thoroughly enjoyed sharing her gifts of crafts and many have benefited from her quilts, sweaters, afghans, mittens, toques, scarves, and baby layette outfits. Bud and Mable enjoyed many years at their cottage in Sioux Narrows with family and friends. Right up to the end of her life Mable's sharp wit and amazing sense of humour carried her and those around her through even the most difficult times. In keeping with Mable's wishes, cremation has taken place. A celebration of her life will be held on Monday, November 24 at 11:00 a.m. in the Coutu Funeral Chapel, 680 Archibald Street. The family is very grateful for all the support given to Mable and us in the past year especially Bonnie Wainwright and the Home Care team, Rosewood House, Misericordia Interim Care, companions Susan and Dawn, and the very caring people at River Park Gardens. Mom was so happy to be back home in St. Vital. Her fondness of children led her to volunteer for over 20 years at St. Amant Centre. In lieu of flowers, should friends so desire, donations may be made in Mable's memory to St. Amant Centre Foundation, 440 River Road, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R2M 3Z9. She was often heard saying, "I have always loved children." The Coutu Family in care of arrangements: E.J. COUTU & CO. FUNERAL DIRECTORS 680 Archibald Street 204-253-5086 ejcoutu.com
Publish Date: Nov 22, 2014

MABLE RAMSAY February 23, 1922 - November 8, 2014 Grateful for her long and happy life, the family announces the peaceful passing of Mable Ramsay on Saturday, November 8, 2014, at River Park Gardens. Left to cherish her memory are her eight children: Sherrill (Alf) Aylward, Bob (Kris), Russ (Iryna Shaposhnikova), Kathy (Larry) Matwee, Gerrie, Barbara, Janet (Clint) Goddard, and Bruce (Tanja Gerhardts); 19 grandchildren: Debbie, Carole, Brian, Heather, Nancy, Jan, Caroline, Matt, Adam, Jennifer, Mike, Shannon, Tim, Charlie, Emily, Sarah, Hannah, Anni and Robson; as well as 16 great-grandchildren. She is survived by her much loved sister-in-law Gisele Ramsay, and brother and sister-in-law Ted and Stella Brisbin; and other family members. Mable was predeceased by her husband R. R. (Bud) Ramsay and her brother Bob Brisbin. Mable was born to be a mother and grandmother. Her patience, kindness, calm nature and humour were her great strengths in raising a family of eight children. Mable was raised in St. Vital and was an accomplished speed skater and comptometer operator. Mable and Bud were married in 1941 and raised their family in St. Vital. The house was always full of family, friends and food. We enjoyed great brunches and fabulous Sunday dinners - always a roast in the oven, Yorkshire pudding with gravy and multiple pies a favourite for every person at the table. In her "spare" time Mable was a talented crafter. She delighted in creating many beautiful petit point and crewelwork pieces. She thoroughly enjoyed sharing her gifts of crafts and many have benefited from her quilts, sweaters, afghans, mittens, toques, scarves and baby layette outfits. Bud and Mable enjoyed many years at their cottage in Sioux Narrows with family and friends. Right up to the end of her life Mable's sharp wit and amazing sense of humour carried her and those around her through even the most difficult times. In keeping with Mable's wishes, cremation has taken place. A celebration of her life will be held on Monday, November 24, at 11:00 a.m. in the Coutu Funeral Chapel, 680 Archibald Street. The family is very grateful for all the support given to Mable and us in the past year especially Bonnie Wainwright and the Home Care team, Rosewood House, Misericordia Interim Care, companions Susan and Dawn, and the very caring people at River Park Gardens. Mom was so happy to be back home in St. Vital. Her fondness of children led her to volunteer for over 20 years at St. Amant Centre. In lieu of flowers, should friends so desire, donations may be made in Mable's memory to St. Amant Centre Foundation, 440 River Road, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R2M 3Z9. She was often heard saying, "I have always loved children." The Coutu family in care of arrangements: E.J. COUTU & CO. FUNERAL DIRECTORS 680 Archibald Street 204-253-5086 ejcoutu.com
Publish Date: Nov 15, 2014

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 22, 2014