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DIANN LYNN MCDONALD (KREITZ)
Date of Passing: Dec 03, 2014
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryDIANN LYNN MCDONALD (nee KREITZ) After a long, hard-fought and courageous battle with breast cancer, we lost our beloved wife, mother and grandmother on December 3, 2014. Left to cherish Diann's memory is her loving husband and best friend of 38 years, Jim, their children Lyndsay (Mike), Jason (Samantha), treasured granddaughters Ava and Lennox, step-grandchildren Kennedy and Riker, mother Violet, brothers Ken (Carol), Ron (Sharon), Terry (Milli), sister-in-law Heather (Jim), and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. She was predeceased by her father Dan Kreitz. Diann was born July 15, 1952 in Altona. She was raised in Emerson. After high school, Diann moved to Winnipeg to attend the University of Manitoba and obtained a BA in Sociology. In October 1976, Diann married the love of her life, Jim. They were blessed with two children, Lyndsay and Jason. Diann took profound joy in her family, and always took an active interest in the children's many activities including hockey and horseback riding. They spent many of the kids' childhood years camping all over southern Manitoba. Diann was a stay-at-home mom until 1989, when she began working for the Federal Government. In 2003, Diann and Jim retired and moved back to Emerson to enjoy their retirement years. Diann had a true and passionate love of her family and friends. She always had an open door and food on the table. Diann especially enjoyed spending time with her granddaughters Ava and Lennox. She enjoyed nothing more than a cup of coffee and a visit with family and friends. She had a tremendous sense of humour and loved a good joke. She had an avid interest in the weather, and would often provide weather forecasts to her children and anyone else who might be out driving. Diann had a deep concern for the welfare of others and always went above and beyond to ensure that those she loved were well. She always had open arms and time to listen. The family wish to express their heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Woelk and the nursing staff at CancerCare Manitoba at Boundary Trails Health Centre, as well as the nursing staff of the medical unit at Boundary Trails Health Centre, for their compassionate care. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Diann's name to the Boundary Trails Health Centre Foundation (CancerCare), Box 2000 Stn. Main, Winkler, MB, R6W 1H8. A private family service will be held to honour Diann's life. We are so thankful to have known Diann and though we will miss her every day, our lives will be forever blessed to have had this brief time with her. Wiebe Funeral Home Altona in care of arrangements 204-324-5404 www.wiebefhaltona.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 06, 2014
Condolences & Memories (8 entries)
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I would just like to extend my condolences to your family. My grandparents Bill and Dolly Morley as well as my Mom (Audrey), Aunt (Judy), Uncle (Dave) lived next door to your family home in Emerson. I have fond memories of our summers spent there, playing and taking swim lessons, watching Dan bring a catfish from the river and smoke it outside (and stink up the neighborhood) to feed the dog. I moved to Emerson in 1981 and gave birth to my daughter. Vi and Dan were always willing to help. I still stop in to see Vi whenever I'm in town. You are in our thoughts and prayers. - Posted by: Barb. Jenken (Keber) () on: Dec 11, 2014
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Jim and Family We are so very sorry for your loss! May your memories of Diann remain forever in your hearts! Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. - Posted by: Terry and Penny Berntt (Friends) on: Dec 10, 2014
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To Jim and family and the Kreitz family - I'm so sorry to hear of Diann's passing. I know her smile, sense of humour, but most of all her love will always be with you. - Posted by: Judy Rikkelman (Friend) on: Dec 08, 2014
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Saddened to hear this. Diann and I and a few others formed a fun little group so many decades ago at High School and then University. Life has taken us in different directions but I still have the memories of good times. Condolences to Jim and the family. - Posted by: Robert Whitwell () on: Dec 07, 2014
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i am so sorry for your loss of Diann. She was a true friend to me when Karen passed and showed how much she cared and was a truly compassionate person. Jim, Lyndsay, Jason and family please accept my most sincere condolences. Gary Carr - Posted by: Gary Carr (friend) on: Dec 07, 2014
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I was saddened to read of Diann's passing. She was a fun loving person and I enjoyed our relationship at the office. Jim, my condolences to you and your family at this very sad time. - Posted by: Dawn Tucker (Friend and retired co-worker) on: Dec 06, 2014
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So sorry for your loss. - Posted by: Sandra Badger (Cousin) on: Dec 06, 2014
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Our most heartfelt condolences to the entire family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all as you try to find the courage to face each tomorrow. Her love will surely allow you to find that courage. - Posted by: Brad & Michelle Sparrow (Friends) on: Dec 06, 2014