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Jean Parry

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JEAN PARRY

November 8, 1953 - June 16, 2026

It is with great sadness we announce that our beloved Jean Bertha Parry (née Eveleigh) passed away on Tuesday June 16, 2026 at the Health Sciences Centre with her family and friends sharing time at her side during her last few days.


Jean will be lovingly remembered and greatly missed by David, her husband, soulmate and best friend for 47 years; her adoring children Kimberley (Dustin), Sheldon and Leigh Anne (Anders); by her much-loved granddaughter Myra, her sisters Lorraine (Dave), Madelene (Bill deceased) and her brother Jim (Janet). Also mourning her loss are sister-in-law Susan (Habib); our extended family members Cassandra and Ade; her nieces, nephews and cousins and the many friends she cherished throughout her life. She was predeceased by her parents Reginald and Lydia and by her parents-in-law Stanley and Myra and by our very special friends Wayne and Eleanor Beaudoin.


Jean was born in Joe Batts Arm on Fogo Island, Newfoundland on November 8, 1953. She was married in Joe Batts Arm on a beautiful May 19, 1979 day, with a packed crowd of friends and family in attendance. Not long after, Jean and Dave moved to Baltimore, Maryland and very much enjoyed working there and exploring this area for 2 and a half years. In 1982, they moved to Manitoba where they lived on the outskirts of Winnipeg for some 30 years raising a family and enjoying life in a rural setting. Jean loved sharing time with our children through their participation in hockey, ringette, figure skating, baseball, dance, camping and many other activities. Jean was a fantastic baker and loved baking with her granddaughter. You could always expect scones, cookies, squares and pies when you went to her home. She was skilled at sewing and knitting and recently took up quilting. Jean was pleased to have had the opportunity to work with a wonderful group of people in the Northern Medical Unit at the University of Manitoba.


Eventually, the call of the Atlantic coast brought Jean and Dave back to Newfoundland (Bristol’s Hope) to live in retirement since 2014. Jean had Vim and Vigor for everything she tackled in life. She was especially fond of long hikes and walks in Newfoundland and swimming with her exercise buddies. She loved sailing the coastal waters of Newfoundland and Labrador and RVing around the Atlantic provinces – exploring the great outdoors was her lifelong passion. In the last few years Jean enjoyed spending time in Victoria, BC and travelling in Europe.


The family thanks the health care teams in the MICU at HSC for their expertise, compassion and accommodation of our advocacy in the care of Jean in Bed 24.


The Celebration of Jean’s Life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on June 30, 2026, at Desjardins Funeral Home at 357 Des Meurons Street, Winnipeg. Your attendance is your gift to Jean.


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Sandra Mitchell Cooney

June 30, 2026 at 5:16 PM

I am one of the "Deepwater Girls" Jean used to swim with after she and Dave moved back to St. John's. She joined our group when her sister, Lorraine, brought her along. Jean was a lovely person! She was quieter than her sister, but just as warm and kind. Her sewing skills really were fabulous and we all benefitted from her baking skills from time to time. We hadn't seen much of Jean in recent years since she moved from St. John's to Bristol's Hope. Occasionally, she would join us for coffee when she was in town, but my fondest memory is the day a bunch of us went out to her home in Bristol's Hope to visit. What an incredible day it was - sunny and not a cloud in the sky! And, the wind wasn't blowing your head off! She made us lunch and showed us through her and Dave's beautiful home with the absolutely incredible ocean view and brought us over to see the boat house. We had such a wonderful visit! To Dave and family, my heart goes out to you and I pray that the many wonderful memories you have of Jean will comfort you until you meet with her again.

Emmanuel

June 30, 2026 at 1:06 PM

I met Jean through her daughter Leigh Anne. One thing that became very remarkable to me about Jean was her generosity and passion for tinkering with sewing machines. At the time, I was pretty sure my PFAFF Hobby 1042 (which I loved so much) was headed straight for the landfill. Jean asked if I could leave my machine with her so she could see what was wrong with it. About a week or so later she returned my sewing machine, it was cleaned, freshly oiled and running smoothly. I appreciate her kindness and generosity. We need more people like Jean in the world. My condolences to all family and friends, Jean will be missed.

Wendy Decker

June 30, 2026 at 6:45 AM

I'm so very sorry for your loss. Jean was a wonderful, kind and caring person. She was so full of fun. Cherish all those happy memories.

Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.

Love,

Wendy

Gabriella abd Gerald

June 29, 2026 at 10:24 PM

We met Jean through Leigh Ann during the family's thanksgiving dinner in 2024 and 2025 and she was such a delight. She had spent the whole day prepping and baking for her family and she welcomed us with open arms.
Our thoughts are with the Eveleigh and Parry families.

Wendy Whalley

June 28, 2026 at 6:37 PM

This was the best picture of Jean, she always had a smile on her face and a funny story to tell, She made everyday special and even when things didn't go the way we hoped. Jean was so kind and went out of her way to make sure everyone felt heard.. I feel so blessed to be able to spend time with her this visit when her memories were clear and she was Jean.

Blessings to Dave and their three kids, she was so proud of all of you and loved you so much!

I am so grateful to have known you Jean

 

Nancy Schwanbeck

June 26, 2026 at 11:44 AM

Dear Dave, Kim, Sheldon, Leigh Anne, Myra, Dustin and Anders.

My sincere condolences to all of you and all Jean's family. Six years ago I connected with Jean. Concern for our beloved friend Eleanor brought us together. We became long distance friends sharing phone calls and text messages. I soon learned what a wonderful woman she was. She loved to travel, walk on the beach, sail and bake but her biggest passion was her family.

May you all hold in your heart all the love she had for you.

June 16th I lost a friend but I will always be grateful for the short time she was in my life.

Hugs to all.

Jean's Saskatchewan friend Nancy

Julie Creasey

June 25, 2026 at 11:41 AM

My heartfelt condolences to Dave, Kim, Sheldon, Leigh Anne, extended family and friends of Jean. She was a lovely woman. I worked with her at the NMU for a number of years. She was full of life, kind, loving, caring, gentle, knowledgeable, dedicated, considerate, motherly, supportive, inspiring, and a mentor. And yet those words do not really capture the essence of what it had been like to have her as a co-worker and friend. Rest in Peace Jean. You will be missed.

Moneca, Osani and Kenneth

June 25, 2026 at 1:41 AM

Our household holds cherish memories of your mom who loved to share a good laugh at a joke or happiness in her eyes as she saw her children and especially her grandchild Myra. Our hearts are with Dave, Kim, Sheldon and Leighanne.

Charlotte Slade

June 24, 2026 at 5:28 PM

Dave, Kim, Sheldon and Leigh Ann

I was so sad to hear of Jean's passing. My heart goes out to you all. Your tribute to her is beautiful. My condolences to you, your families and friends.

Charlotte

Sharon Sibley

June 24, 2026 at 10:44 AM

To the Eveleigh and Parry families my deepest condolences on Jeans passing. Had the pleasure of meeting Jean through Lorraine. May the beautiful memories you shared through the years give you comfort at this difficult time. Rest in peace Jean with you wonderful mom and dad.

Brenda and Winston Brown

June 24, 2026 at 10:38 AM

To the Parry and Eveleigh family

 

Brenda joins me in sending sincere condolences . Winston grew up in Joe Batt's Arm and knew the Eveleigh family very well.. be assured of our prayers in the days ahead.

Yvonne Bryan (Orkney)

June 23, 2026 at 11:37 PM

I send my condolences to families and friends on the loss of such a beautiful soul that Jean was.

Susan Safia Yezdani

June 23, 2026 at 6:35 PM

So sad, so sudden....

So unexpected...

A life full and well lived

Jean

May you be remembered forever...

A most loving wife, mother and friend

Sorely missed by sister in law Susan and family Habib, Anisa, Omer, Hayley and grandchildren Maya and Atticus

Gwen Godwin

June 23, 2026 at 2:06 PM

To the Eveleigh and Parry families, please accept my sincere condolences. May God's love and peace surround you during this difficult time. Hold fast to trerasures memories. I'm sure being with Reg and Lydia is a good place to be. Rest in peace Jean

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