Mary Margaret (Laramee) Evans

Peacefully on July 26, 2024, Mary Margaret Evans passed away at the Charleswood Care Centre.

Born to Marguerite and Joseph Laramee, Mary was the third of 5 children, all have predeceased her.

Mary attended St. Ignatius School and St. Mary's Academy - solidifying her life- long strong Catholic faith. She enjoyed and proudly supported St. Mary's Alumni.

Mary married Thomas Arthur (Art) Evans and in coming years, with the addition of Joyce and Lorne, her family was complete. As the years rolled by the family expanded with the addition of the children's spouses and 3 grandsons. The role of becoming a grandmother she described as the greatest gift from God.

Mary worked outside of the home at Systems equipment followed by Canada Safeway until her retirement in 1999.

Mary's interests included floral design, sewing, crocheting, baking, cake decorating, the church choir and volunteering. She was a member of the Catholic Women's League at both the St. Vital Parish and Mary, Mother of the Church for 60 years. The CWL was a very important part of Mary's devotion to her faith. She had served as President for 2 terms at the St Vital CWL, enjoying the service and friendships she developed and loved to travel to the CWL National Conventions.

Mary always remembered fondly trips she and Art made to Wales and England to spend time with the Evans relatives. She loved to host a family party or attend any social event. She enjoyed the Reh Fit Center, curling at the Pembina and Fort Rouge Curling clubs and was a member of the Fort Garry Legion where she enjoyed the camaraderie, social events and Shuffleboard.

As Art declined with Parkinsons, Mary was adamant to keep him home as long as possible. This huge feat was done with strong determination, selflessness and unwavering love for Art. Her world was never the same after Arts passing in 2011, missing him immensely each and every day.

Predeceased by her beloved Art and grandson Thomas, Mary is survived by Joyce (Doug), Lorne (Andrea), 3 grandsons Brett (Raluca), Kyle ( Alexis) and Clayton. Great-grandchildren Margaret, Adeline, Kynlee and Rylee, sister-in-law Grace Laramee and many nieces, nephews and friends.

Our family gives thanks to Mom's friends, especially; Lorraine Roth and Pat Kernot, her neighbours,

Dr. Michelle Evans for her many years of caring ,WRHA home care staff and SOGH staff. Mere words can not express enough our sincere appreciation for the compassionate care, respect and support the staff provided at Charleswood Care Center since November 2023.

A Funeral Service for Mary will be held Tuesday, August 6, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at St. Vital Parish,1629 Pembina Hwy, Winnipeg, MB. Graveside service and reception to follow at Thomson "In the Park" Funeral Home and Cemetery", 1291 McGillivray Blvd.