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ELIZABETH (BETH) MAY DARRACH (COULTHARD)
Born: May 01, 1927
Date of Passing: Apr 11, 2018
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryELIZABETH (BETH) MAY DARRACH (nee COULTHARD) May 1, 1927 - April 11, 2018 Beth, beloved wife of the late Dave Darrach (2004), passed away peacefully in her sleep at the Middlechurch Lodge after a brief lung infection. She was born on the family farm near Clearwater, MB to Lottie (Gardiner) and Ross Coulthard; a sister to George, Jean and Wilma. Education was important to Beth from primary in Clearwater and graduation in Crystal City. She went on to be part of the sisterhood of 1950B Grace Hospital Nursing School RNs and continued these relationships throughout her life. She met her future husband while nursing in Winnipeg and they married in 1952. They raised their four children, Bruce (Diane), Ian (Carol), Scott (Ingrid) and Allison (Bob) in St. James. Dave and Beth enjoyed travel to Asia and Europe, with special fondness for Portugal and Beth's last trip to Scotland with Allison. She was a weekly bowler for over 25 years and participated in seniors aerobics. Beth was committed to serving others, and channelled her compassion volunteering with Khartum Ladies Auxiliary, Grace Hospital Alumni and Sturgeon Creek United Church. "Mrs. D" retired as 2nd floor Head Nurse from Oakview Place Nursing Home in 1987. Beth was more focused on the drive than the destination, and filled her journey with many lifelong friendships. Over a hundred friends and family came together to celebrate her 90th birthday in 2017 - a testament to the many lives she touched. Beth was passionate about sewing, knitting, theatre, baking buns, sharing muffins and coffee at McD's and especially gardening. Beth leaves behind her children, their spouses and her grandchildren: Amanda, Kevin, Scott, Owen, Chaz, Sean and Leah as well as numerous nieces and nephews. We each have our own "Beth stories", and will forever remember her self-deprecating humour and the twinkle in her eye as she made a quiet joke. Special thanks to the staff of Grace Hospital, St. James Kiwanis, Deer Lodge and Middlechurch Lodge. If desired, memorial donations can be made to Clearwater Cemetery, PO Box 98, Clearwater, MB R0K 0M0, or a charity of your choice. An interment will be held at a future date.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 14, 2018
Condolences & Memories (4 entries)
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To The Darrach Family We were sadden to hear of your Mother and Grandmother's passing. She and her husband Dave were good friends of ours over the years. Our prayers and sincere condolences are with all of you. Bea and Ray Roach & Family. - Posted by: Ray & Bea Roach (Friends) on: Apr 18, 2018
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Why did the the mention "baking buns" unleash such a pleasant memory for me? Quite simply it took me back to the early 1950's when I was passing through Winnipeg and partook of their hospitality and had dinner with them at their place. It was my first meeting with Beth and she served the unforgettable rolls. Our paths did not cross too often after that but years later I, and my family, were stationed Rivers Camp near Winnipeg and we often visited them. You may not believe it but on each visit the rolls appeared to accompany her wonderful meals. She will be missed.. She was a great lady. - Posted by: Peter Darrach (Brother-in-Law) on: Apr 15, 2018
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I worked with Beth at Oakview Place.She was one of the finest nurses I had the privilege to work with. I loved her kind caring manner, warm smile, and happy laugh. She will be missed. Enjoy your memories and I hope you find a Peace in these trying days. Sincerely Carol - Posted by: Carol Rowley (Nurse) on: Apr 15, 2018
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Mrs.Darrach was my head nurse when I worked at Oakview. I used to get all the resident sitting in the lounge in front of the nursing station to yell Beth Darrach. I would be crawling between all the chairs egging them on. Over the desk would come the white cap and Beth Darrach would yell, Robbin! I always wondered how she knew it was me. One of the best head nurses I ever had. She will be missed. - Posted by: Robbin Watson (Friend) on: Apr 14, 2018