Clara Jean Wiens
January 8, 1937 – February 1, 2018
Jean Wiens passed away peacefully on February 1, 2018 with her faithful and loving daughter, Cori, at her side.
Jean is survived by Cori (Robert); granddaughter Lisa (Terrence); grandson Scott, and great-grandson Michael.
Jean was predeceased by her husband, Otto Wiens; parents Thomas and Dolly Linklater; her brother Harris; sister-in-law Sarah, and brother Thomas.
Jean grew up on the family farm in Cloverdale, Manitoba and attended school there. In 1958 she married Otto Jacob Wiens and they resided in Winnipeg. After the birth of their only child, Cori, Jean attended the University of Manitoba, where she studied Fine Arts. She also worked part-time at Sears in the cosmetic department.
Jean was a very active lady who enjoyed a wide range of activities and hobbies, including gemology, graphology, travel, and golf. Jean was an avid gardener who loved to spend time in her back yard tending to her plants and flowers.
Jean loved art, and was an active member of the Arts Community in Manitoba. A prolific and accomplished artist in her own right, Jean won a number of awards, including The Manitoba Society of Artists Annual Open Juried Art Exhibition Award.
Above all, Jean loved her family and friends, and was a dedicated mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and loyal and devoted friend to those who knew her.
Special thanks to the staff at St. Boniface Hospital 6th Floor East wing for all of their kindness, and care, and to family friend Gerri Grant and her son, Austin, for their love and support over the years.
Jean’s Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, February 9th at 2:00 P.M. in the Gilbart Funeral Chapel, 309 Eveline Street, Selkirik, Manitoba with a luncheon to follow. Private family interment will take place at a later date.
Condolences, photos and videos may be posted on Jean’s tribute wall at www.gilbartfuneralhome.com
Gilbart Funeral Home, Selkirk in care of arrangements.
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Clara Jean Wiens February 1 2018.source
Décès pour la Ville: Selkirk, Province: Manitoba
