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GABRIELLA MARIE BOCKSTAEL
Born: Nov 10, 1937
Date of Passing: May 11, 2015
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryGABRIELLA MARIE BOCKSTAEL It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Gabriella Bockstael, surrounded by her family, on Monday, May 11, 2015 after a brief illness at the Health Sciences Centre. Mom is survived by her daughter Cheryl (Doug) McMahon, son Derrick and grandchildren Kelsey and Owen. She is also survived by her sisters; Marguerite (Roger) Audette, Cindy (Bob) Bayer and Mariette (Bob) Bayer and many other close relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her husband Frank, parents Georges and Julia Deserranno and twin brother Gabriel. Gabriella was born November 10, 1937 in St. Boniface, where she attended St. Joseph's Academy before she began working at her parents store, Serranno's. She then went on to work for Weststeel as a comptometer operator for a number of years. Gabriella married Frank Bockstael on June 4, 1960 at the Belgian Sacred Heart Church and they were blessed with two children, Cheryl in 1961 and Derrick in 1964. Gabriella was a devoted mother and nanny and her selfless nature led her to be a natural caregiver to family and friends. She was a loyal and generous friend to many and was a life long volunteer at both the Belgian Club and the Belgian Sacred Heart Church until its closing in 1993. Mom will be missed by family, friends and all who knew her. Gabriella was an accomplished and competitive five pin bowler for years as well as an avid bingo player and bargain hunter extraordinaire. A special thanks to the staff of the Victoria General Hospital and also to staff at the Health Sciences Centre, floor 6, GH ward. In keeping with Gabriella's wishes cremation has taken place and a Memorial Mass celebrating her life will be held on Friday, May 15, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. at the St. Alphonsus Roman Catholic Church, 315 Munroe Avenue. In lieu of flowers, if friends so desire, donations in Gabriella's memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or to the Belgian Club Building Fund. The Coutu Family in care of arrangements: E.J. COUTU & CO. FUNERAL DIRECTORS 680 Archibald Street 204-253-5086 ejcoutu.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 14, 2015
Condolences & Memories (8 entries)
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Our deepest condolences to the family of such a wonderful lady. We enjoyed many good times and she will surely be missed. We were fortunate to know her and have her friendship. - Posted by: Bill Humphreys and Madeline Hutlet (Neigbour and Friend) on: May 16, 2015
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My mom, Clairette Trudeau (nee Tetreault), was a good friend of Gabriella's way back in the 50s. I heard many stories of the 2 of them in their glory years, as I was growing up. I send my sympathies to Gabriella's family. - Posted by: Jo-Ann Finney (daughter of friend) on: May 14, 2015
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Gabe was a wonderful person with a kind heart- she was always so welcoming to me and my girls- i remember the penny sweater she gave my oldest daughter to this day she still has it. You will be missed- Heaven has gained another angel. - Posted by: Raelene Recksiedler (Daughter of Gord and Darlene( Bowling partners)) on: May 14, 2015
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Deepest Condolences Derrick & Family, There is no Greater Loss than that of a Mother. May she Rest in Peace, Sending our Love - Posted by: Caroline & Roger Dufault (Friends) on: May 14, 2015
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We are so sorry to hear about Auntie Gabe, she was one of my favourite aunts in our family, actually all of you, we had such great times growing up, she will be very much missed but never forgotten. So many great memories we shared together has a family. I remember one, Derrick and I used to ride in very back of her yellow station wagon and we had to hang on. Love to all of you at this time. - Posted by: Sharron and Ken Parasiuk (aunt) on: May 13, 2015
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Dear Cheryl and Derrick...It was truly a sad day when I heard you had lost your mother and a dear friend. We were next door neighbors on Dumoulin St. in the 1940's and remained friends ever since. I will cherish the memories of good times and great laughs. Our sincere condolences to all the family. - Posted by: Patrick & Irene MacPhee (nee Van de Walle) (Friends) on: May 13, 2015
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Gabriella was a wonderful lady, I am sure she will be missed. We will miss her living across the hall from us, expecting to see her when the door opens. Our condolences to you, Cheryl, and the whole family. - Posted by: Audrey and George Halowaty (Neighbors) on: May 13, 2015
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We were so sorry to hear about Gabriella. We have so many fond memories of her. Our deepest sympathies to your entire family. - Posted by: Catherine and Kevin Drennan (Friends) on: May 13, 2015