Obituary of JEAN PIETRUSZKA

JEAN (GENOWEFA) PIETRUSZKA On August 27, 2012, in Winnipeg, Jean Pietruszka, beloved mother and grandmother passed away at the age of 84 years. She is survived by her two daughters, Frances Hoplock (Dewey), Christine Pietruszka (Randy Yaworski), one son Edward Pietruszka, four grandchildren Amanda and Adam Hoplock, Jody (BJ) Heckert and Carol Pietruszka; and their mother Linda. She also leaves to mourn her passing sisters Mary Skowronek and Alice Hopko (Leslie), sister-in-law Gail Skowronek and nieces and nephews, also lifelong friends Florence and Frances and numerous others. She was predeceased by husband Michael, father Vincenty, mother Katherine, brothers Walter, Kasper (Mary), Paul. Jean was born on the farm. She moved to the city at an early age. She worked as a domestic for a number of years for one family. She met and married her husband Mike and raised her family. After his death in 1968 she started to work as a waitress at the A.N.A.F. VETERANS CLUB UNIT 60. She moved on to become a bartender at Unit 60, where she became affectionately known as "MEAN JEAN", because of her no nonsense attitude. In her spare time she enjoyed her grandchildren and family times. Up until her death she enjoyed dancing and numerous activities at various Veterans clubs, where she made many friends. She also enjoyed gardening and preserving, which she always shared with others. The family would like to thank the people at the scene for their help and kindness, Paramedics, Kelly and staff at the Concordia Hospital. Memorial Service will be Wednesday, September 5, 2012 at 1:00 p.m at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main Street, with Father Gary Killen officiating. A private family service to be held at a later date. If friends so desire, donations may be made to a charity of your choice.