Obituary of JUNE ROSE FORDYCE

JUNE ROSE FORDYCE June passed away gracefully, after farewell visits from her family, at Riverview Health Centre. June was predeceased by her parents Andrew and Sophie Sowinski, and her husband Duncan. Left to cherish June’s memory are her sons, David (Donna and Family), Robert (Joan); grandchildren: Rachelle, Veronica, Ryan; and great-grandchild: Abigail. June will also be missed and remembered by her many friends and extended family. June Rose Fordyce was born at the St. Boniface Hospital in Winnipeg, the only child of Andrew and Sophie Sowinski. June was a shy girl who grew into a strong and confident woman. She graduated high school, married and enjoyed a long and successful career in the banking industry. She moved to Regina with her husband Duncan where their first son was born in 1954. Returning to Winnipeg their second son was born in 1961. June was an awesome mother, caring grandmother, and a great friend. She maintained friendships with a circle of women dating back to her childhood on Burrows Avenue. Mom spoke positively about those that she knew and made the time to listen and help both family and friends. In retirement June spent summers at the lake and loved to travel. Mom, your kindness and exuberance for life will resonate with us throughout our lives. The family wishes to extend their gratitude to the staff at the Riverview Health Centre for all their compassionate care throughout June's stay and during her final days. Services will be held at 2:00 pm, Saturday, January 4, at the Manitoba Buddhist Temple, 39 Tecumseh Street. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Riverview Health Centre.