Obituary
Arlene Gladys Bucksovich
(nee Desjardins)
On August 21, 2022, at 80 years of age, with her grandson Bryce close by, mom closed her beautiful blue eyes for the last time. She fought her courageous battles with cancer and later with dementia, with dignity and without complaint.
Arlene was born in October 1941 in Vita, MB to parents Philip and Jonina Desjardins.
Mom was predeceased by her two sons William, Jr. (1965) and Robbie (1981). Also predeceasing her were her parents, her sisters Edna and infant Jonina and brothers Allan, Pat and Cameron.
Arlene is survived by her daughters Cindy Kwiatkowski (Reg) and Bryce. Sherry (Justin) Hunt and Matthew Obsniuk and Christopher Obsniuk. Her sister Wendy Pavlick (Danny) and Cory and Brady. Also many nieces and nephews.
Mom grew up primarily in the areas of Piney, Deleau and Tenby. As a young girl, it was in Deleau that she met Leona who remained her friend for the rest of her life. Mom and her siblings often spoke with great fondness of many friends and good times while living in Deleau. Money was scarce; but, great friends and good neighbours were in abundance.
As a young lady, mom got a job working in the bank in Langruth and boarded there as well. She absolutely loved working in the bank and meeting the people in the area and at the boarding house. After she got married and lived a short time in Tenby, the family moved to Arden. Here she helped raise her family and became a part of the community. Often working at the concession booth for sports days and at the rink and the hall. She was part of the Ladies Auxiliary and helped the United Church Women. Here she made many friends and the coffee pot was always on. She enjoyed playing cards, baking with friends and many visitors. Many people would share a difficult part of their personal life with my mom and when you told my mom a secret, it was a secret for the rest of her life. Many friends have passed; but, Dianne and Pearl remain and they remained true friends until the end.
Years later, mom moved independently to Neepawa and worked as a cashier and then with We Care and then later with Homecare. Mom became a very loved worker by many of her clients in need of care. She was always calming and treated the clients with respect. She also had a great deal of respect for her employers. When mom moved to Kinsmen Kourts she found an additional group of friends and card players. Many evenings were enjoyed playing Rummoli and other games.
Mom would gladly show nieces and nephews how to play board games, crib and other card games. She was always encouraging and enjoyed their company.
One of the greatest loves of Mom’s life was her three grandsons. She cherished them and was very much a part of their lives. Grandma always made the best pancakes, bacon and meatballs among many other things. She seemed to be able to put together a meal with ease.
With dementia increasingly getting worse, mom’s final home was at Country Meadows until she passed away. She would often give the staff a little wave and asked for very little. She would try to carry a conversation or a pleasant thought as workers entered her room.
In lieu of flowers, people may make a donation to STARS or the charity of their choice. Mom was a big supporter of STARS and donations may be made to:
STARS FOUNDATION IN MANITOBA
570-1441 AVIATION PK NE
CALGARY, AB
T2E 9Z9
A private service will be held at a future date.
Mom had this verse on her dresser for numerous years and truly believed in it:
After Glow
I’d Like The Memory Of Me
To Be A Happy One
I’d Like To Leave An After
Glow Of Smiles When
Life Is Done
I’d Like To Leave An Echo
Whispering Softly
Down The Ways
Of Happy Times And
Laughing Times And
Bright And Sunny Days
I’d Like The Tears Of Those
Who Grieve, To Dry
Before The Sun
Of Happy Memories That I
Leave When Life Is Done
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Arlene Gladys Bucksovich October 30 1941 August 21 2022 (age 80)..
Death notice for the town of: Neepawa, Province: Manitoba