Carol A Lavallee

Obituary

Passed on

  December 4, 1948 – August 27, 2024                          

                             

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our Mom and Grandmother on August 27, 2024, at her home in Narcisse, MB.

She is survived by her daughter Colette, son Philip, Grandson Lincoln, brother Bryan Kelner (Candy), sister-in-law Elsie Kelner, Matthew Ambrose, and all her extended family and friends.

She was predeceased by her husband Art, her father Alfred, Mother Natalia, second husband Joe Lapka, brother Al Kelner, daughter Sandra Ambrose and special friend Al Coates.

Mom was born in Gimli Manitoba, the third child of Alfred and Natalia (Nellie) Kelner of Matlock Manitoba.

She attended the Matlock Community School and graduated from Gimli High School. After Graduation she worked at the family business in Selkirk, Nell’s Dairy Bar.

 In 1969, Mom married Art Lavallee in Eriksdale and they lived and raised their family on the farm at Suffren until Art’s death in 1992.

Mom was a hard worker, taking care of three kids as well as helping Dad on the farm. In 1979, Mom became a school bus driver which she did for 29 years.  She was very active in the community, being involved in 4-H, Minor Hockey and various other community clubs. In her later years, she became a councillor for the RM of Armstrong.

Her greatest joy was becoming a Grandmother in 2021. She loved her visits and regular calls from Lincoln on his way home from daycare.

Mom was a vibrant and caring person who touched many people, making friends wherever she went. She found the positives in everything.

Memorial service will be held on September 9 at 1:00 pm at the Eriksdale Rec Centre.

In lieu of flowers, if friends so desire, memorial donations may be made to the cause of your choice.

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