- Brandon Sun Passages
- All Titles
Search:
Notices are posted by 10 am Monday through Saturday
DARLENE LESLIE HEFFERTON
Born: Aug 02, 1943
Date of Passing: Sep 30, 2024
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryDARLENE LESLIE HEFFERTON
Peacefully in her sleep, Darlene was called to meet her Maker.
She was predeceased by her Baba (Anna Kolodinski), her parents, Michael (Mitch) and Josepha (Jessie) Salome, and her loving husband Frederick (Jack) Hefferton. Left behind to cherish her memory are her daughters, Alana (Gordon) and Amberley (Kai), her adoring grandsons, Brett, Kyle, Troy Stevens and Shaw Jacob, brother Ron (Jeananne), extended family in Newtown, NF and many nephews, nieces and friends.
In her early years she lived on Alfred Avenue in north Winnipeg and went to Gordon Bell and Sisler High School (where she was a cheerleader). She also excelled in ballet and won many scholarships. At 16, along with her friends Flo and Marilyn, she worked at Fort Osborne Barracks and in the Navy Reserves. It wasn't long after that she met, "Mr. Blue Eyes", Jack Hefferton, a handsome R.C.M.P. Constable. They were soon married and stationed at various detachments across Manitoba and Ontario.
Darlene enjoyed her work at several offices and made many lifelong friends. She cherished spending time with her family, including trips to Disney World and Hawaii. She loved all the family pets. Most recently she resided at Kiwanis Homes and Donwood Manor in North Kildonan, where she was always "on the go" and having fun! Special thanks to Jennifer Kappy and Kimberley at Donwood for making Mom's last year special.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, October 19, 2024, in the Sanctuary at Grace Lutheran Church, 211 Kimberly Ave., Winnipeg at 2:00 p.m. Pastor Wanda Derksen officiating. Following the Service, attendees are invited to go Glow Bowling with Darlene's family at Rossmere Lane, 1042 Henderson Hwy.
"Don't cry for me now I have died, for I'm still here by your side.
My body's gone but my soul is here, please don't shed another tear, I am still here, I'm all around, only my body lies in the ground."
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 12, 2024, Oct 12, 2024
Condolences & Memories (4 entries)
-
My condolences to Darlene’s family. I got to know her, not for very long, as she joined us on Friday afternoons at GOODNEIGHBOURS Active Living Center for our board games and our walking group. It was a pleasure to have met her. A very nice lady. I hope that you are all comforted by the memories of her. - Posted by: Peggy Calley (Friend. ) on: Oct 15, 2024
-
Deepest condolences and so much love and prayers for you Amberley, Kai, Shaw Alana and Gord and boys. Our families are tied and rooted forever. Our family's friendship began for Amberley and I at the age of five years old on Linden Avenue. I remember running across every Saturday morning to visit the Heffertons. Mama Darlene was the best, she let us watch all the cool cartoons, all the while feeding us from her massive bowl of Shaklee vitamins, to ensure our optimum good health. When the family moved to Valley Gardens so did, we, it was meant to be. I loved going to visit Amb's house with all the cool plants, more cats than I can remember names and at one point even a monkey. God bless you Darlene for being so kind and loving and caring and talks and all the rides to school from elementary to high school, you hold a part of my heart forever, I love you. Until we meet again. Denise Bender ( family friend) - Posted by: Denise Bender (family ) on: Oct 12, 2024
-
To Allana and Amberly, Condolences on your loss. I have lovely memories of how loving and giving your mother was to everyone! Thoughts and prayers to you and your families. Wendy and family - Posted by: Wendy Reynolds (Cousin) on: Oct 12, 2024
-
Amberley, Kai, and Family, my deepest condolences on your loss. May you find comfort in the cherished memories and the love that surrounds you during this difficult time. Hold onto the beautiful moments you shared, and let them bring you peace and strength. My thoughts are with you all. - Posted by: Cam Moskal (Friend) on: Oct 12, 2024