With great sadness we announce the passing of Maureen on Saturday, November 8, 2025 at age of 83.

Left to mourn her passing, her loving husband of 60 years Janez, known as John; three children Catherine (Conrad) and their children Caitlin, Curtis (Denée), Michael, Stephanie; Michael; Daniel (Karen); her sisters Evelyn (late Raymond), Bernice (Albert), Isabelle (Raymond); brothers-in-law Joze (late Marjeta), Mirko; sisters-in-law Elizabeth (late Frank), Marija (late Alojz); also, numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Maureen was predeceased by her parents Victor and Anna; brothers George (Mary), Lorne (Gail) and Jerry.

She was born in Swan Lake, Manitoba, the youngest child of 7. After her schooling, she became a nurse. During that time, she married her life’s love, John and they started their family. Her focus shifted to being a homemaker. She became involved in the North Kildonan and Slovenian Communities. As her children grew older, she volunteered her time on various committees. At the same time with John and business partner, they created Capital Auto Repair where she worked in an administrative role.

A Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, November 22, 2025 at Our Lady of Lourdes Roman Catholic Church, 95 MacDonald Ave., Winnipeg, MB, with viewing at 9:00 am, Mass at 10:00 am and a Celebration of Life afterward followed by interment at Green Acres.

Mom, Grandma, you will be profoundly missed by your loving family and everyone you touched throughout your life.

Maureen thank-you for sharing your life with me, I miss you more than words can say. Our love was a bond that even death cannot break. Forever yours until we meet again, Janez

May the Angles Lead You to the Lord

Rest in Peace / Počivaj v miru

In Maureen’s memory, donations may be made in the following ways to:

Our Lady of Lourdes Women’s Auxiliary

By Mail: 95 MacDonald Ave., P.O. Box 2015 Station Main, Winnipeg, MB R3C 3R3

OR

By Interac e-Transfer: ninatony@shaw.ca