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MAVIS TISHINSKI
Date of Passing: Apr 10, 2026
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryMAVIS TISHINSKI
Mavis passed away peacefully, on April 10, 2026, with her family by her side.
She is survived by husband Will, with whom she shared 67 wonderful years. Mavis is also survived by sons, Ted and Tom (Fiona), sister Joan Cowan, brother-in-law Wally Tishinski (Jane), sister in-law Joan Kropelnicki, and granddaughters, Autum Robertson (Nathan), and Kelsey Tishinski (Darren). She is also survived by nieces and nephews.
With a rural background, Mavis dreamed of becoming a nurse while boarding with her grandmother and attending grade school in Gainsborough, Saskatchewan. Her grandmother helped people by serving as a midwife in a rural community which created a passion for Mavis to become a nurse.
Mavis graduated from Gainsborough High School in 1956 and then enrolled in the Victoria General Hospital (the "Vic") School of Nursing. While in her first year as a student at the Vic, Mavis nursed a patient who would set the course in her life. It was an engineering student who was Will Tishinski. What followed was a beautiful courtship leading to a wedding in 1958. That same year Mavis graduated from Nursing School, winning an Award for Bedside Nursing.
Upon graduating, her first nursing position was in the operating room at the Vic. She remained in the operating room until the arrival of their first-born son, Ted in 1961. Her role switched to that of housewife and mother for the next 17 years, during which time a second son, Tom was born in 1964.
Mavis resumed her nursing career in 1978 after completing a mandatory Nursing Refresher Course at Red River Community College. Her choice of employment was at her alma mater, the Vic. She spent the next 30 gratifying years in the ER and operating room. Mavis was one of the original nurses to be trained in laparoscopic surgery. She immensely enjoyed working as a frontline nurse at the Vic.
As a farm girl, Mavis enjoyed gardening and often won awards at local horticultural fairs. There was always fresh food on the table for the family. Sewing, crocheting, quilting and various artistic hobbies such as painting and ceramics kept her busy and fulfilled away from work. In the winter she was an avid curler at the Pembina Curling Club. While Ted and Tom were growing up she was active on the executive of the Fort Garry Community Club running the canteen.
In later years, she also joined the computer generation and took computer classes in the 90s to learn this new technology and gladly shared her new found computer skills with other seniors while "snow birding" in Arizona.
After retirement Mavis and Will enjoyed spending the winters in Hawaii and later in Arizona. Mavis also became active with the Victoria Hospital Nurses Alumnae. In 2023, they were honoured to be involved in the support of building the "Tranquility Trail" for mental health care at the Vic.
Mavis always placed family first and foremost, with her unconditional love and support. She always supported Will in his endeavours whereby he often referred to her "as the wind beneath my wings".
The family thanks Dr. Manon Pelletier at Health Sciences Centre for her genuine compassion during this difficult time.
A Funeral Mass will take place at St. Gianna Catholic Church, 15 Columbia Drive, Winnipeg, at 10:30 a.m., on Tuesday, April 21, 2026.
To honour the memory of Mavis, and in lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to the Victoria Hospital Foundation. (www.thevicfoundation.ca)
Publish Date: Apr 18, 2026
MAVIS TISHINSKI
Mavis Tishinski passed away on April 10, 2026.
A funeral Mass will take place at St. Gianna Catholic Church, 15 Columbia Drive, Winnipeg, at 10:30 a.m., on Tuesday, April 21, 2026.
A longer obituary will follow in Saturday’s Free Press.
Publish Date: Apr 14, 2026
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 14, 2026, Apr 18, 2026
Condolences & Memories (9 entries)
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We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Mavis beloved wife of Will. Will, you and Mavis shared an extraordinary life together, and it was a privilege to witness even a small part of that journey. Mavis will always be remembered for her remarkable artistic talent and her gentle, generous spirit. There was quiet warmth about her that drew people in, and I will always admire the grace and kindness she carried into every moment. She touched our life, and the lives of many others, more than words can fully express. She will be greatly missed and fondly remembered. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Grazyna (Grace) and Lech Galezowski - Posted by: Grazyna & Lech Galezowski (Friends) on: Apr 22, 2026
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Was saddened to hear that Mavis had passed away. Mavis and Will were wonderful neighbours when I lived in their condo development. It was fun to see them out walking and having a chance to get caught up with their news. Offering sincere condolences to you and your family Will. - Posted by: Pam Ruby (Friend) on: Apr 22, 2026
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My most sincere condolences Will….to both you and your sons and your extended family. I understand the journey of grief and losing your spouse…your life partner. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I know we weren’t neighbors for all that many years but I always enjoyed our conversations and both you and Mavis were always so upbeat and positive. May she rest in Heavenly Peace. - Posted by: Elaine Pigden (Neighbour) on: Apr 22, 2026
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Dear Ted and Family, our deepest condolences on the passing of your mother. She will always be remembered for her kindness, generosity and warm smile. She was a wonderful mother to Ted and Tom, but also to most of the of the rest of the neighbourhood who were always welcomed and loved as part of the extended family. As the saying goes, “it takes a village” and Mavis Tishinski was certainly a huge part of this village. - Posted by: Craig and Gail Law (Friends of Ted) on: Apr 21, 2026
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Dear Will and family, I was so sorry to hear about Mavis’s passing. Betty always spoke so fondly of you from the years you spent growing up together, and she held you in such high regard. Please accept my deepest condolences during this difficult time. Sincerely, Ed Konopski - Posted by: Ed Konopski and family (Friend) on: Apr 20, 2026
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Tom, I was very sad to hear of the passing of your mother. My deepest condolences to you and your entire familiy. I pray that God will help you and your family through these difficult times. Peter J. Yurkowski - Posted by: Peter J. Yurkowski (Worked with Tom in the past) on: Apr 19, 2026
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Dear Will and Family, We are sad to hear of Mavis's passing. We had many memories together. Hugs, Sylvia & Dennis Findlay, Ottawa On - Posted by: Sylvia Findlay (Friend) on: Apr 18, 2026
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Enjoyed the chats with Mavis and Will at the Reh-Fit Centre during our walks and Group Class participation. My deepest condolences to Will and family. Al Bartlett - Posted by: Allan Bartlwtt (Reh-Fit Members and Hydro Employees) on: Apr 18, 2026
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Thank you, Mavis for your friendship, guidance and professionalism through our time at The Vic. You were instrumental in so many of our patients' successes. - Posted by: Rod Onotera (collegue) on: Apr 18, 2026
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