Velma Janette Stephanson Murray

It is with great sadness and with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend Velma Murray after a long courageous battle with cancer on Saturday, December 24, 2011.

Velma was born on November 17, 1959 in Gimli, MB.

Left to forever cherish Velma’s memory are her children; Amber and Bryce and her greatest joy, granddaughter Autumn, best friend and her children’s father Brent, brothers and sisters; Wayne, Patsy (Randy), Eileen, Valdine (Neil), Pauline, David (Rita), brothers in law; Jeff (Wendy) and Brian and Rick. Uncle Stanley and Auntie Jean and there children Barb (Darrel), Les (Janet), Buzz (Patty) who after the passing of her mother Velma had gone to live with as well as many nieces, nephews, family and friends.

Velma was predeceased by her parents Isabel and Albert, brother Barney, mother in law Shirley and fathers in law Bill and Douglas, sisters in law Janice and Michelle, brother in law Sean, grandparents Edith and David.

Family and friends were the most important thing to Velma, she leaves behind many cherished memories that will live on forever. Her amazing compassion and care for others has touched so many lives.

There will be a celebration of Velma’s life on Tuesday, January 3rd at 7 p.m. at Thomson “In the Park” Funeral Home, 1291 McGillvray Boulevard.

The family would like to thank the doctors and nurses on the palliative care unit at the St.Boniface Hospital and the staff at CancerCare Manitoba for all the wonderful care and compassion.

In Lieu of flowers the family ask that donations be made to CancerCare Manitoba.

Arrangements under the direction of Thomson "In the Park", Winnipeg, MB.