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MARGUERITE DESERRANNO
Born: May 04, 1936
Date of Passing: Jan 10, 2015
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryMARGUERITE DESERRANNO May 4, 1936 - January 10, 2015 Peacefully at home with her family at her side, Marguerite passed away after a short battle with pancreatic cancer. Marguerite is survived by her beloved husband, Andre and would have celebrated 57 years of marriage with him a day after her passing. She is also survived by her son Kevin and wife Elaine, daughter Sharlene, grandchildren; Carly, Dana (Graham) and Rory, sisters Irene Ferley, Patricia (Murray) Goldenberg, brother Dennis (Dorothy) Johnson and their families. Marguerite was predeceased by her parents Arthur and Elsie Johnson and her brotherin-law Lorne Ferley. Marguerite was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She was happiest spending time with her family, cooking and baking, gardening and helping friends. She was a dedicated parishioner at St. Alphonsus Church volunteering with the Funeral Luncheon Committee, greeting at Sunday Mass and tending to the church flower gardens. We would like to thank our family and friends for all of the support during this difficult time. The kind gestures and caring concern was most appreciated. Many thanks to Dr. Frederic Ball for his dedicated care and compassion and also our sincere thanks and appreciation to the St. Boniface Hospital staff, the Palliative Care Program Team and the nurses who cared for Marguerite at home. In keeping with Marguerite's wishes, cremation has taken place and a mass celebrating her life will take place on Saturday, January 17, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. at St. Alphonsus Church, 341 Munroe Ave. with Father Janusz Maron presiding. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to CancerCare Manitoba Foundation, 675 McDermot Ave., Rm. ON1160, Winnipeg, MB R3E 0V9 or to a charity of your choice. The Coutu Family in care of arrangements: E.J. COUTU & CO. FUNERAL DIRECTORS 680 Archibald Street 204-253-5086 ejcoutu.com
Publish Date: Jan 15, 2015
MARGUERITE DESERRANNO Peacefully at home, with her family at her side, Marguerite passed away after a short battle with pancreatic cancer on Saturday, January 10, 2015 at the age of 78 years. In keeping with Marguerite's wishes, cremation has taken place and a funeral mass celebrating her life will be held on Saturday, January 17, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. in the St. Alphonsus Catholic Church, 341 Munroe Ave. A longer obituary will follow in Thursday's edition. The Coutu Family in care of arrangements: E.J. COUTU & CO. FUNERAL DIRECTORS 680 Archibald Street 204-253-5086
Publish Date: Jan 13, 2015
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 15, 2015
Condolences & Memories (9 entries)
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Je puis vous envoyer des données généalogiques sur la famille 'DE SERRANO' ==> I can send you genealogical data on the family 'DE SERRANO. The first ancestor was called "SERRANO" with "DE-SERRANO" [= THE SERRANO] as nickname because orphan from a spanish soldier in Gent (now Belgium formerly Flanders of Philip II 1527-1598). Que Marguerite repose en paix - Posted by: HOUSEZ Pierre (petit-fils DE SERRANO) on: Jun 06, 2025
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I am so sorry to hear of your mom's passing. It is difficult to lose a loved one and especially a mother/grandmother. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your whole family during this difficult time. May you remember the many wonderful memories that you shared with her, and they help sustain you through this. - Posted by: Naomi Fuller (co-worker of Sharlene) on: Jan 18, 2015
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Our sincere condolences to all the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. God bless you all. - Posted by: George & Adele Burelle (friend) on: Jan 16, 2015
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I met Marguerite and Andy when her mom Elsie Johnsonn was a resident at Tache Centre, she always had a smile for anyone she met, a caring and compassionate person. My deepest sympathy to Andy and family, just know that you will see her again one day. - Posted by: Lu-Ann Dopwell (Friend) on: Jan 16, 2015
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Marguerite was a gift to so many. May you be consoled in your loss. Prayers. - Posted by: Louise Van Belleghem SNJM (Friend) on: Jan 16, 2015
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I am truly sorry to hear about your loss. Marguerite was a wonderful woman and she will be truly missed and will always be remembered. My condolences. - Posted by: Frank Vannevel (cousin) on: Jan 16, 2015
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I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Marguerite. My thoughts are with you. - Posted by: Doreen Peterson (Friend) on: Jan 15, 2015
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Andy, Kevin, and Sharlene, our deepest sympathy and most sincere condolences, what a lovely lady. Russ & Dianne Bodnar - Posted by: Russ Bodnar (friend of family) on: Jan 14, 2015
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I am so very sorry for your loss Sharlene & Carly. I know how hard it is right now. Just remember that you now have an Angel looking down on you and your family from Heaven above. May you find peace, strength, love and guidance from our Lord and Saviour. - Posted by: charlene bergen (Friend of sharlene Keenas) on: Jan 14, 2015