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Pat Sedun

PATRICIA JOAN SEDUN
January 18, 1940 – June 10, 2026
Peacefully, with her daughters at her bedside, Pat Sedun passed away at Charleswood Care Home on June 10, 2026, at the age of 86 years. She was predeceased by her parents, Alec and Julia Nickolychuk (Nickey) and son-in-law Ed Skinner. She will be deeply missed by her three daughters, Nicki Skinner (Jordan, Keelan, Taran), Karen Panabaker (Tom, Robert, Lauren), and Cathryn “Boo” Bingham (Bee, Bella), and her cousin Shirley and brother-in-law Len Sedun.
Pat grew up on a mink ranch just north of Gimli. Her father was her teacher at a small schoolhouse, where she accelerated her learning to graduate from high school ahead of her peers. Pat went on to attend the University of Manitoba in the faculty of Pharmacy, being one of only two women in the program at the time. While at university, she met Orest Sedun and they married soon afterwards and started their life together in Winnipeg. Pat worked hard to help support Orest while he completed his studies in architecture, while starting to build their family.
Pat was a force. She was a gourmet cook and entertainer, always hosting parties and family get-togethers. She was very involved in her community, a devoted volunteer, and a fun-loving Nana to her grandchildren, and aunt to her many nephews and nieces. Family will always remember her pranks on Auntie Lil and shenanigans at Grey Cup celebrations. Pat loved watching and participating in curling and was an avid sports fan in general, especially tennis. She loved watching her grandsons play sports and granddaughter at dance recitals. Pat was also a brilliant gardener, who enjoyed making her home and town of Gimli a beautiful landscape of flowers for everyone to enjoy. In her later years, she was also a member of the Gimli Bell Ringers at the Gimli Lutheran Church.
Pat was a well-respected and hard-working pharmacist, both in Winnipeg and in Gimli, where she eventually retired. Her co-workers knew her for always going the extra mile to help others, and of course, for her infamous Hallowe’en costumes and pranks.
Pat will be deeply missed by her daughters, grandchildren, extended relatives, and friends. We would like to thank the staff of Charleswood Care Home for their kindness and compassion during her last months. A private family celebration of her life will be held in the fall. In lieu of flowers and mom’s love for her dogs, donations are welcome to the Winnipeg Humane Society.
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Deloris Ankrom
June 21, 2026 at 10:44 AM
My sincere condolences

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Duane J Nieman
June 20, 2026 at 11:36 AM
As a member of thePharmacy class of 61, Pat was a wonderful member of a group of students determined to succeed after an extended apprenticeship requirement.Recognized as a person and a professional. You will be missed.

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Anne Nemecek ( Roberts)
June 20, 2026 at 10:52 AM
I was surprised to see your Mom's obituary in the paper today as I hadn't seen her since 2019. She was such a fun loving person who enjoyed life and loved her family ( and The Seduns) above all else. Her obituary is a beautiful summary of the fullness of her life. My sincerest condolences to you three daughters: Nicki, Karen and Cathryn, and your families. It is a huge loss for all of you and your families! Thinking of all of you at this time.

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Lorraine MacKay
June 15, 2026 at 10:12 PM
My parents were very good friends with Pat and Orest starting way back in the early 70's. There was a close pack of 5 couples who all partied together back then - Neufeld's, Atkin's, Richardson's, MacKay's and the Sedun's. All of them had young kids then, which myself and brother David were a part of. I have many awesome memories of all our families getting together...like going to the Red Oak Inn in Brandon, MB for NY's Eves. All the adults got to party while us kids spent all day and night in the pool. It was so special every time our families got together - our parents always threw fabulous dinner parties! I remember being in awe of the gorgeous homes that the Sedun's lived in since Orest was an architect, Even as a youngster I knew that Pat was a special lady. I always enjoyed her wit and her humour and I will always remember her as a very classy woman. I know she was a great mother to her 3 girls, who have become 3 amazing ladies just like their Mom. I feel so fortunate that my parents were in that super close circle with Pat and her family. Like her write up says - "Pat was a force"...yes, she sure was!! Everyone who was fortunate enough to have had Pat in their life will defintely agree when I say our lives were richer for knowing and loving her. She was one of the "good ones"! Sending so much love to you Nicki, Karen and Boo and all your family members. We will miss her immensely.

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cynthia sedun
June 14, 2026 at 11:06 AM
A lovely obituary reflecting a life well lived. Aunty Pat was always loving and attentive to me, as one of her many nieces and nephews. I appreciated learning about her childhood in Gimli. It was always very clear how well respected she was at the pharmacy. Her devotion to her family was a huge part of who she was and evident to all who knew her. I am thinking of you, Nicki, Karen and Boo

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Eileen Hancharek
June 14, 2026 at 7:52 AM
I became friends with Pat when we worked together in Gimli for quite a few years. She has left me with countless good memories, from her hilarious Halloween costumes (you never know knew what would walk in the door), plus she and I pranking one of our coworkers every year - like clockwork, to the many parties held at pelican. She was not only a smart lady, but also beautiful and kind, & loved her family beyond measure.
I will miss her dearly!! 💕

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Gary Fedun Thunder Bay Ontario
June 13, 2026 at 12:39 PM
Sorry to hear of cousin Pats passing visited her a few years back and should have made a point of going to gimili as have lots of memories there..... ( very nice picture you posted brought a tear to my eye ) Cousin Gary Fedun Thunder Bay Ont....

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