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TRENT: On Sunday, August 30th, 2020 Shirley Anne Trent 88 years left this world. Her last year was spent at Pinecrest Home for the Aged with Alzheimer’s. Born to Heber and Freda Hockin. Mom was raised on the family farm near Neepawa, Mb. with her three brothers, Doug, Elmer, Roy and one sister Ruth. Mom and her siblings were active in 4H clubs in their younger years. Mom and Dad lived in Brandon for a few years then had the opportunity to move to Kenora for Dad’s work on the C.P.R. Being a prairie girl Mom made sure when we moved to Kenora we all took swimming lessons at Coney Island, her included. Mom always kept in contact with relatives near and far. Travelling to Wales, Texas and out west to visit her aunts, uncles and cousins. Mom was active at Central Community Club when her children were young. She was a member of the Legion, Eastern Star, Lions, and Knox United Church. She worked as a Correctional Officer at the Kenora Jail for over 25 years. After retirement the jail crew gathered at A & W for coffee. Family dinners were a norm at Mom's. For enjoyment Mom was an avid curler, attending many Bonspiels with her curling buddies. Golf was another favourite and she watched the PGA on television in her retirement. Throughout her life she made many long standing wonderful friends and well-loved pets, Yeow (Cat), Puka (Dog), Chicolette (Dog) were Shirley's animal family. One of Mom's greatest joys was spending time with her 10 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren. Lovingly remembered by husband Herb, her children, Herb (Val), Terry (Lise), Kelly(Ken), Tannis (George), Danny (Pat), and their families. Sister-in-laws Elsie Hockin of Neepawa, MB, Helen Simpson, Joyce and Bill Mealy all of Brandon, MB, as well as their families. Many nieces and nephews will miss Auntie Shirley. A life well lived, we will miss you Mom.Cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Life will take place at a later date.Online condolences may be made at www.brownfuneralhomekenora.comBrown Funeral Home & Cremation Centre entrusted with arrangements.
As published in Brandon Sun on Sep 04, 2020