Winnie Kobza McLean Obituary in Grande Prairie at Oliver's Funeral Home & Crematorium

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Winnie Kobza McLean

September 17, 1943 - January 31, 2021

Obituary For Winnie Kobza McLean

Winnie “Pooh Bear” McLean, resident of Grande Prairie, AB, formerly of Manning, AB, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, January 31, 2021, at the age of 77 years.

Winnie was born in Battle River, AB, and raised on a farm near North Star, AB. She was the youngest of eleven children.

She moved to Grande Prairie in 1971, as a single mother with four children in tow. She was a hard-working woman who was utterly devoted to her four children. She worked at various places while living in Grande Prairie over the years. She retired from Liquidation World, where she accumulated so many wonderful friends through co-workers and customers. She was always the social butterfly and enjoyed making new friends. Whenever she ran into her friends, she had to break out her camera to have pictures of all the beautiful people in her life. She loved live music, dancing was her passion and playing bingo.

She will be sadly missed by her children: Mel, Mimi, Dwayne and Donna; loving grandchildren: Brittany, Samuel, Jayden, Celeste, Danielle, Adam, Brennon and Chelsey; and great-grandchildren: Adriana, Kaleb and Gabriella.

Winnie was predeceased by her mother and father Genivieve and Andrew Kobza; nine of her siblings: Elizabeth, Joe, Leslie, Trixie, Tony, Bill, Betty, Frankie and Emmie.

The family would like to thank Dr. James Pope for his kindness, care and compassion.

As per Winnie’s request, there will be no service.

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June 24, 2021

Harmsen Art

So sorry to hear of your loss
June 24, 2021

Roteliuk Maxine

My Deepest Condolences to all the Family my God keep you all and hold you and keep you all safe love you all so much
June 24, 2021

Rose Audrey

Sorry to hear of the passing of your mom,we were friends when she worked at Speedy Mart on the south side and at bingo,s as well as every where she worked .what a wonderful sou,l May she rest in peace. hugs to you all . Audrey &Bruce ( Kim Kings ) mom
June 24, 2021

Robinson Patsy

Winnie was a beautiful lady. Once you got to meet her and know her, she was a friend for life. I knew Winnie at a very young age. I used to babysit for her when the children were small back in Grimshaw. Alberta. Then through he years of growing up we became friends. She was such a dear lady and wouldn't t hurt a soul. She was a friend that you would always enjoy to have around. She will be missed and loved by all that knew her well. All my love and hugs sent to all her children and Grande children.
June 24, 2021

konashuk annie

sorry for your loss
June 24, 2021

♡ Lisa

Dear Winnie, It feels wrong for me not to write anything here.Â After 36 years ago of first meeting and thankfully, we spoke a few times on the phone to current days. Thank you for that low chuckle laughter you had that I remembered and the talks we did have. I wish I could have seen you before you left this world, but I am happy you are in peace. Pretty sure we will see eachother one day. No one really knows the impact of meeting people, the reasons why, unless we really listen. We live; we learn. I remember those words from you. Thank you for all the good things. Sending you a big hug and sending huge condolences to your family. ~Lisa

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