Obituary of GUNHILD LEIPZ

GUNHILD LEIPZ On the evening of Wednesday, October 8, 2014, Gunhild Leipz, loving mother and grandmother passed away peacefully at the home of her daughter Lisa with family by her side at the age of 81. Gunhild was predeceased by her dear husband Edward (2001), and her parents Konrad and Anna Marie Backus. Left to cherish her memory are daughters Midnite/Diana (Greg), Lisa (George), son Glenn and grandchildren, Kyle, Tyler, John and Paul. Gunhild was born in Winnipeg on April 24, 1933 but spent her early childhood years in Sweden before returning back to Winnipeg. Gunhild graduated from Isaac Newton in 1952 and it was during high school that she met Edward. In 1954 Gunhild married Edward and together they proudly raised their three children in Transcona. When her children were of school age, Gunhild worked for Grainews of the United Grain Growers until her retirement in 1989. She enjoyed many summers at the cottage in Grand Beach before she and her husband moved to Belair MB. Gunhild loved country living and all the independence it afforded her. She enjoyed having pets around, and using the computer to stay in touch with her heritage. She maintained a variety of artistic hobbies including crafts, gardening, and a great love of painting. She will always be remembered for her delicious cooking, and big Christmas celebrations. She also maintained several memberships including the Victoria Beach Seniors Scene and at the Scandinavian Cultural Centre in Winnipeg. A special thank you to the HSC, CancerCare Manitoba, and the caring support of the nurses and staff of the Palliative Care Program. Services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 15 at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main St. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Gunhild’s memory to CancerCare Manitoba.