Obituary of Helen LECHOWICZ

HELEN JUDITH LECHOWICZ Peacefully, Helen Judith Lechowicz, 91, of Winnipeg, Manitoba passed away on the morning of July 19, 2009 at the Victoria General Hospital with her husband Joseph at her side. She is survived by her husband, Joseph, of 59 years, her children, Judith, Beverly (David) and Gary (Barb), grandchildren David Jr., Samantha, Teresa, J.J., Sheena Mae, Caitlin and great grandchildren Jamie, Shannon, Mikayla, her brother Ted (Audrey), sister-in-law Olga (Carl) and many cousins, nephews and nieces. Helen was predeceased by her brother Carl. Mom was born and educated in the north end of Winnipeg, MB on February 11, 1918 to Ann and Gus Dobrowolski. She worked as a bookkeeper for several years at the Fort William Bottling Company, in Fort William, Ontario. Helen then returned to Winnipeg to work at Lord's Furniture where she met dad. They were married in Winnipeg on June 30, 1950 and lived briefly in Flin Flon, Manitoba before residing on Churchill Drive, Winnipeg. Helen took on the honoured role of wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. Mom had many hobbies in her lifetime which included painting, knitting, crocheting, hat and dress making. Her loves in life were music, in particular the piano, dancing with dad, and gardening. Helen loved to cook and entertain and made many special dishes for her family, grandchildren and friends. Our family would like to thank the doctors and staff at the Victoria General Hospital for their kind care and keeping mom comfortable in her last days. In keeping with mom's wishes cremation has taken place and no formal service will be held. A celebration of Helen's life will be held on Sunday August 9th, 2009 at their home from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm for close friends and family. In lieu of flowers a donation may be made to the CNIB, 1080 Portage Ave, Winnipeg, MB, R3G 3M3.