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SHARON DIANE BESTLAND
Born: Aug 16, 1941
Date of Passing: Sep 17, 2021
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SHARON DIANE BESTLAND
(nee RASMUSSEN)
August 16, 1941 - September 17, 2021
Sharon was predeceased by her husband Harlan of 57 years; leaves behind her children, Rodger (Cindy), Allison (Bob), and Johnny (Sarah); grandchildren, Brent (Jennifer), Darren (Laura), Christine (Travis), Whitney, Lauren (Matt), Lexi (Alex), Ellen, Gwen, Ivy and Liza; and great-grandchildren Olivia, Charlotte, and Jaxon.
Sharon will be greatly missed by her three tight-knit sisters, Marj Kendall (Gary), Donna Beaudry (Rene), and Barbara Kaminsky (Brian). She will also be missed by her brothers and sisters-in-law, Corliss Rosenberg (Jerry), Fay, Cordell (Beverly), Beverly Bossuyt (John), Raymond, Myrna Thompson (Murray), David (Cindy) and Mark (Amie).
Sharon was predeceased by her parents, Johnny and Edna Rasmussen, and brothers-in-law Sinclair Bestland, Milo Bestland and Max Kendall.
Mom was born in Winnipeg and grew up in Dacotah, MB. After high school, she moved to Winnipeg to attend Nurses Training. Shortly after meeting Dad, they were married and Mom moved to the farm in Brunkild.
There were many vacations over the years, but her favourite was the two weeks every summer in Clear Lake. For the past 35 plus years, one could find Sharon in cabin #1 for two weeks in July. The first week was the "Sister Week" and then the second week opened up to the rest of the family. Countless games of scrabble, happy hours and good times were had in Clear Lake.
Mom always looked forward to the annual lefse making day with her sisters, passing on the tradition to her kids and grandkids, making sure nobody strayed from the traditional ways.
Mom and Dad had so many good times and experiences shared together, it seems only fitting to have both of their lives remembered together with a joint service on Thursday, September 30, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. at the Bestland Farm, Brunkild with Rev. Kolleen Karlowsky-Clark officiating. All are welcome.
Special thanks to Dr. Brian Sharkey and Dr. Rhys Sharkey for their excellent care through this journey.
Condolences for Sharon's family may be left, and a tribute video viewed at www.alternacremation.ca
Publish Date: Sep 25, 2021
SHARON DIANE BESTLAND
passing on Friday September 17, 2021 at the Grace Hospital in Winnipeg.
Full obituary to appear in next Saturday's newspaper edition.
Messages of condolence for Sharon's
family may be left at www.alternacremation.ca
Publish Date: Sep 18, 2021
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Sep 18, 2021, Sep 25, 2021
Condolences & Memories (11 entries)
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I just learned of Sharon’s passing and am so sorry to hear the news. We were classmates and I must say we had a good time! I lost touch when I moved to San Francisco and reunited at reunions. She was such a lovely person. Of course our class was the best!! and we were all very close. We will all never forget each other - Posted by: Dianna Proche Taylor (Nursing classmate and friend ) on: Dec 03, 2021
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On behalf of the WGH/HSC Nursing Alumni we extend our sincerest condolences to Sharon's family and friends. Sharon was treasured by her classmates, they shared many wonderful memories and she was a faithful attendant to her class reunions. Sharon made a difference and will be missed. - Posted by: MARIAN Ulyatt (WGH/HSC Nursing Alumni Friendship Convenor) on: Oct 06, 2021
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To the Bestland family: Just letting you know that we are thinking about you at this difficult time. With Harlan's passing and now with your mother passed on also two more of Brunkild's "pioneers" are gone but not forgotten. Sincere sympathy from Bonny, Kelvin and Ryan Hampson - Posted by: Kelvin Hampson (friend of the family) on: Sep 29, 2021
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My condolences to everybody (and I do mean everybody) in Sharon's family. My hopes are that you will all remember her in your own way, I first met her many, many years ago through business dealings that I had with other members of her family. - Posted by: Ted Bailey (Friend) on: Sep 29, 2021
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These were a few of the responses I received after notifying our 1962 B Winnipeg General Hospital Nursing classmates of Sharon's death: Sharon was one of my roommates when we first graduated from nursing. She was always positive and upbeat. She had the loveliest laugh and most beautiful smile. Fond memories of her throughout our nursing days and later at our reunions. She and Harlan were such wonderful hosts opening up their home to our classmates. She was a lovely person, with a beautiful smile. Many fond memories from training days and reunions over the years. We will miss her at our reunions - Posted by: Sally Thomas (Winnipeg General Nursing Classmate) on: Sep 27, 2021
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I am so sorry to hear of Sharon passing. Sharon and Harland had a wonderful family and life together. They will be remembered for their love of life and always fun to spend time with. My condolences in the loss of your parents. - Posted by: Gladys Roy (Cousin) on: Sep 25, 2021
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It is with sadness that we heard of Sharon's passing. Our sincerest condolences to all her family and friends. - Posted by: Lena and Wayne McAlinden (Family Friend) on: Sep 25, 2021
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Dear Beastland family I have no doubt most of you will not know us But it is with sincerity that we wish you all our condolences Your parents were such loving people and welcomed us into their community with open hearts many years ago but we never forgot them I am sorry for your loss Claude and mariette collette (Claude worked at the water plant ) And I at Brunkild hotel - Posted by: Mariette Collette (Acquaintance ) on: Sep 25, 2021
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You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. RIP Sharon. - Posted by: Michelle, Russell and Kyla Grabowski (friend) on: Sep 18, 2021
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So sorry to hear of Sharon's passing. Thinking of the family at this sad time. She will be missed. - Posted by: Alison Sims & Willie Bouvette (Friends) on: Sep 18, 2021
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I am so sad to hear of Sharon’s death…may the peace and Love of God in Christ Jesus, give you comfort and strength in this difficult time. Kolleen - Posted by: Kolleen Karlowsky-Clark (Friend) on: Sep 18, 2021
