Margaret STRAHL

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STRAHL: With sadness, we wish to share the passing of our mom, Margaret Bernice Strahl (Robinson), on April 26th, 2014, at age 84. Bernice passed with family by her side at the Minnedosa Personal Care Home where she lived the last 7 years of her life. Bernice was born on January 12, 1930 to Robert and Mary Jane Robinson at Lady Minto Hospital in Minnedosa. She was the oldest of 3, and when her mother passed away at a young age, Bernice was tasked with looking after her siblings, Floyd and Rose Marie (Dolly). Bernice became a telephone operator for MTS at the age of 17, and would work there off and on throughout her lifetime until her retirement at age 62. Mon enjoyed some wonderful friendships with some very special ladies at MTS, and her life was richer for it. Bernice married Ellis Gustaf Strahl, and together they brought 6 children into this world, beginning on July 19, 1949, and ending on July 19, 1964. Other than a few years in Flin Flon, MB when their boys were young, Mom and Dad raised their family in Minnedosa and surrounding area. Minnedosa was definitely Mom’s special place – she was always happy to go visit her kids, but was happier to come home. Once her family was raised, Mom was involved in many activities such as bowling, golfing, curling and cribbage. She could often be found in her favorite chair at the Legion enjoying a game of crib. Mom also enjoyed gardening and cooking and canning and passed down those loves to her family. Bernice was an avid knitter and crocheter, and we all have handmade treasures from her that we cherish. Bernice was a loving Grandma, and was lovingly coined “Gram” by her grandkids. After her retirement, she was able to spend more time with them and spent a few years babysitting her 2 youngest grandsons, Braydon and Brody. Life around mom was never dull, and they have some wonderful memories of those years. She also welcomed her granddaughter, Amy, for many a weekend adventure. Her oldest grandsons, Brian, Brent and Bradley were her pride and joy, and she missed them terribly when the headed west. Bernice was very proud of all her grandchildren and her children. She loved us all fiercely, and we will miss her terribly. Bernice was predeceased by her mom and dad, and her brother Floyd, and many of her dear friends. She is survived by her 6 children: Richard (Judy), Cranbrook, BC; Wilf (Lillian), Minnedosa, MB; Don, Cranbrook, BC; Bruce (Barb), Ladner, BC; Bev (Donnie), Minnedosa, MB; Lesley (Chris), Brandon, MB: Grandchildren: Brian, Brent, Bradley, Braydon, Brody, Amy and Krista, and several Great Grandchildren, and one Great Great Grandchild. She is also survived by her sister Rose Marie Thatcher, Winnipeg, MB and several nieces and nephews and cousins and friends. The family would like to extend a heartfelt Thank-you and Hugs to all the angels at the Minnedosa Personal Care Home for not only helping to ease Mom’s passing, but for loving her while she was there. Your kindness will be forever remembered. Funeral service for mom will be held on July 19, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. at the Minnedosa Funeral Home, interment to follow at the Minnedosa Cemetery. Lunch will be held at the Legion Clubrooms. We invite all of her friends and ours to come and help us say good-bye. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Minnedosa Personal Care Home, or the Alzheimer Society of MB, or a charity of your choice. Minnedosa Funeral Service, Minnedosa, Manitoba in care of arrangements. (204) 867-3868.

As published in Brandon Sun on Jul 12, 2014