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Lucy Kolbauer
LUCY CATHERNE KOLBAUER
June 23, 1945 - March 20, 2026
It is with deep love and sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved wife, mother, and grandmother.
Lucy Kolbauer passed away on March 20, 2026, at the age of 80 years. She is lovingly remembered by her husband of 60 years, Bob Kolbauer.
She was born to parents, Elizabeth and Peter Shlanda. She leaves to cherish her memory her children, Roland (Tracey) Kolbauer and Corina (Brad) Baker; and her grandchildren, AJ Ellis, Lhili Kolbauer, Luke Kolbauer, and Mara Berube.
She was predeceased by Marjorie Barker, John (Grace) Buhl, Glenn Buhl, and Shirley (Duke) Duch.
She is also survived by Henry (Wanda) Shlanda, Maybelle (John) Turesky, Fred (Gail) Shlanda, Richard (Leona) Shlanda, and Margaret Shlanda.
She will also be lovingly remembered by numerous nieces, nephews, and many dear friends, including Alice Asselstine and Cindy Kretchmer, with whom she shared a 50-year friendship.
She was a devoted wife, caring for her husband with a love and dedication that was truly remarkable. They loved to dance and stole the floor at every family gathering. She looked forward to the many trips she would take with Dad, simple drives and getaways that she looked forward to with excitement. She would always say, “let’s just go drive.” They loved spending time together watching action movies and cheering on their favourite sports teams, especially the Jets. He was her rock, and she was his for 60 years.
She had a natural nurturing gift and devoted herself to raising her children. Her passion for caring for little ones extended into many years of babysitting, daycare work, and meaningful time spent with her grandchildren.
She would often say she didn’t want dogs, but “Brindle” and “Bandit” won her heart. She adored them and even took them on a long road trip to Vegas during her husband’s trucking trip, later laughing that she would never do it again.
She cherished time with her family during Christmas celebrations, summer gatherings, and memorable summer trips to Reddit, Ontario with her sisters and brothers.
She was a woman whose kindness touched everyone. She had a remarkable gift of connecting with people quickly and forming so many lasting friendships with neighbours and coworkers.
You will always be in our hearts, will be deeply missed, and will never be forgotten.
“WE LOVE YOU”
Celebration of Life will be held on May 2nd from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. at:
Lorette Parish Hall
1282 Dawson Rd
Lorette, Manitoba
ETHICAL DEATH CARE
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1833 Portage Avenue - Winnipeg
204-421-5501 - www.ethicaldeathcare.com
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Bonnie-Lee Assestine
May 6, 2026 at 2:01 PM
Lucy and my mom shared a friendship that feels rare in this life. For so many years, there was never a fight between them—only steady companionship, laughter, and a deep sense of being there for one another through everything.
I think of them learning to make pierogies and cabbage rolls together, sharing “girl talk,” and raising their children side by side. Their friendship was woven into the everyday moments that matter most—simple, warm, and full of care.
When I think of my mom and Lucy, I’m reminded of the TV show Laverne & Shirley. Just like those characters, they had a bond built on loyalty, humor, and showing up for each other through all of life’s seasons. They met at work, shared life in close quarters of friendship, and made a home out of companionship. They welcomed each other’s families, took trips together to Saskatchewan, and created memories that became part of all of us.
Lucy was never just a friend—she was family. She was part of our lives growing up, a constant presence, and someone we could count on seeing and talking to almost every day. Her kindness, her humor, and her steady love will stay with us.
We will miss her deeply, but we will also carry her with us in every story, every recipe shared, and every memory of the life she helped make brighter.
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Laura Gregor (niece)
March 27, 2026 at 9:53 PM
I have lived in the US now for almost 29 years and Auntie Lucy always paid that extra postage and mailed us a Christmas card. I akways thought that was so kind and thoughtful of her.
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