Obituary for
Hildegard Markowiak (Reber)
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Hildegard Markowiak (nee Reber), on September 7th, 2021 at the Lasalle Residence on the eve of her 96th birthday. Dear wife of the late Boleslaw Markowiak (1977). Loving mother of Alexandra Fortais (late Mike), Blanka Markowiak (Andrew McDonell), Irene Young (Ken) and Helena Renaud (Ross Moore). She will be greatly missed by her grandchildren Lauren Pogue (Paul), Chandra Markowiak McDonell (Robert Gerrie), Dana Markowiak McDonnell (Steven Lessard), Evan Markowiak McDonell (Erin), Clover Lewis (Brad), Mandy Kennedy (Jason), Karlina (Ron Farquhar) and Erika Vallee (Mathieu) as well as her 11 great-grandchildren.
Hilde was born in Bärnau in the district of Tirschenreuth, Germany on September 8, 1925. She met her husband Boleslaw, who was born in Poland, in the town of Tirschenreuth. They immigrated to Canada with their young daughter and settled in Timmins. Hilde worked as a nurse’s aide until retirement. In her later years, she enjoyed Tai Chi, paper tole and playing her favorite game, bridge, at the Senior Citizens Centre. She was a long-time member of the German Culture Club and volunteered throughout her life. Family was most important to her. She led a happy life surrounded by family and friends who will miss her greatly, including her cat, Willie.
The family wishes to express their many thanks to Lasalle Residence for the great care they gave Hilde.
As per her wishes, cremation has taken place and a service will be held at a later date. Funeral arrangements have been entrusted with LESSARD-STEPHENS FUNERAL HOME. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Timmins & District Humane Society would be gratefully acknowledged by the family. Online condolences and donations can be made at www.lessardstephens.com
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Hildegard
Markowiak Reber 1925 2021..
Death notice for the town of: TIMMINS, Province: Ontario