Amaryllis Barbara Jean Dyck

Amaryllis was born in Revelstoke, British Columbia, on April 15, 1946. She grew up in Horndean, Manitoba – the eldest of 8 children. She is survived by her daughter Tracy (John), son Robert (Carla) and three wonderful grandchildren, Lane, Adam and Ben. She is also survived by her siblings Heather (Remo), Naomi (Harold), Gloria, Dan (Chris), Gladwyn and James and numerous nieces and nephews. Amaryllis was predeceased by her husband, Ervine, brother, John (Lillian) and sister in law Lorraine.

Amaryllis enjoyed a long career as a senior executive at the Hudson’s Bay Company. She also worked at an executive level at the Manitoba Telecom Services prior to her retirement. Following retirement, she and Ervine moved to Toronto to be closer to Tracy and her family. She enjoyed 12 years there being heavily involved with the grandkids. She loved those years. Following Ervine’s passing, Amaryllis returned to Winnipeg and spent the last 6 years hanging out with her grandson Ben and her many wonderful friends including Marlene, Kim, Viv, Judy and Madeleine and family in the city.

Despite her numerous medical hardships over the last several years, Amaryllis remained optimistic and determined. She refused to let her difficulties limit her. She was always out and about despite her pain. A friend said, “she might be tiny, but she is mighty!”

Amaryllis loved animals She had three beloved dogs who predeceased her – Herbie, Katy and Maddie. One dog, Bernie survives her.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Winnipeg Humane Society.

We are planning a Celebration of Life in mid-December. Details can be obtained from family members or this funeral home