Obituary of ELAINE MABEL BERKOWSKI

ELAINE MABEL BERKOWSKI (NEE PHILLIPS) On Wednesday, December 21, 2016, Elaine Berkowski, our beloved Wife, Mother and Grandmother passed away at Deer Lodge Center at the age of 65 years. She is survived by her loving husband Dennis, son Chris, daughter Tara (Walter) and grandchildren Edan, Ryan and Naya. Elaine was predeceased by her parents Horace and Mabel and her brothers Kenny, Harvey, Donnie and Gord. Elaine was born on January 10, 1951 in Pipestone, MB. The family moved to Winnipeg when Elaine was five and settled in St. James. Although Elaine was only fifteen when she met Dennis, they fell in love and remained that way until the day she left this world. Elaine was an avid gardener and a devoted mother who dedicated herself to her family, volunteering at her childrens' school and attending all of their extra curricular activities, especially Chris's hockey. Eventually she sought part time employment at Shirt Stop where she met her best friend Gloria and eventually became the owner of her own retail store. Elaine and Dennis spent many enjoyable evenings dancing at socials and playing cards with Gloria and Lawry. Their home was always open and Elaine welcomed each one of Chris and Tara's friends as family. Elaine fought a hard battle with her illness, often defying the odds and recovering to a degree that she could enjoy her family's company but eventually succumbed peacefully. A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, December 29, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main Street. In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate donations to be made to Ronald McDonald House.