Brenda Pasta
June 21, 1950 - February 29, 2016
BRENDA PASTA (nee HALLETT)June 21, 1950 – February 29, 2016
It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of our beloved wife, mother and grandma on Monday, February 29, 2016, at Victoria Hospital, at the age of 65 years. Brenda will be greatly missed by her loving husband, Sam; along with her children, Sammy (Susie) and Laurie (Bob). Grandma will also be sadly missed by all of her grandchildren who adored her, Sarena, Sal, Tiano, Katie, Maddie and Lillie. She leaves to mourn her brother Bill; as well as nieces and friends. She was predeceased by her parents, Bill and Laura Hallett, who greeted her at Heaven’s door.Brenda was a nurse (LPN) who started her career at Health Sciences Centre and recently retired in June 2015 from Holy Family Nursing Home. Although she enjoyed caring for her Babbas (who passed along the recipe for her awesome perogies), Brenda was looking forward to spending her summer months at her camper in Lake Winnipeg. She was also very proud of her Metis heritage. During her spare time, Brenda enjoyed playing bingo with friends and knitting for her grandchildren. She loved to bake all sorts of yummy treats with her grandchildren; we will miss her annual Christmas dainty trays and homemade pies. Family and friends will miss Brenda’s laughter, her smiles and gifts of love.
In compliance with Brenda’s wishes, no Funeral Service will be held, instead an informal celebration of Brenda’s life will be held on Saturday, March 5, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. in the St. James Legion, 1755 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg. Special thanks to the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Service and Seven Oaks, St. Boniface and Victoria Hospitals, for their valiant efforts to bring her back to us.In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 6 Donald Street, Winnipeg, MB, R3L 0K6.Wojcik’s Funeral Chapels & Crematorium, Winnipeg, 2157 Portage Avenue, 204.897.4665 www.wojciksfuneralchapel.com
“Well you know Bren, how we always joke about it’s a good day if we don’t see our name in the obits. Well guess what, it’s not that funny when I have to read yours. You will be missed forever, Sam.”