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Josie Sharrow

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JOSEPHINE SHARROW

(née Mousseau)

October 23, 1929 – May 20, 2020

It is with heavy hearts that the family of Josie Sharrow announce her passing on Wednesday May 20, 2020 in Winnipeg Manitoba, while holding her daughter Margaret’s hand and with her granddaughter Ashely by her side.

Josie was born in Savant Lake, October 23, 1929 where she grew up and later worked in many of the tourist camps as a cook and baker.  In 1957 she married Joe Sharrow. Together, they had three children and moved to Thunder Bay in 1963, where she pursued a career in nursing, until her retirement in 1995.  She was also known as the Pie Lady, selling her famous butter tarts and pies, after her retirement.  Josie was a spitfire and was never one to sit still.  She had a big heart and it was not unusual for her to bring strangers home for dinner.  Her love of outdoors had her fishing and tramping through the bush in her eighties.  Many times, we would accompany her on fishing trips in remote areas around Savant Lake where she baked blueberry pies while cleaning fish at the same time. Who bakes pies in the middle of the bush? Her husband Joe passed away in 1989 and in 1992 she married Danny Lisenchuk who remained devoted to her until his passing in 2017.  Josie then moved to Winnipeg and resided at Meadowood Manor. We were so grateful to have been able share her final years together where she enjoyed being with her family at the lake in Lac du Bonnet. Josie is the last remaining member of the” Mousseau clan” as she is the second youngest of 10 children. She was predeceased by her father Joseph Mousseau and mother Antonette Shaganosh, brothers, Eddie, Denis, Frank, James, sisters, Anne, Bertha, Jean, Monica, Pearl, daughter Becky and great grandson Joseph.  She is survived by her son Clyde of Prince Albert, daughter Margaret (Ron), of Winnipeg, grandchildren Chris, Jennifer (Lawrence), Amanda (Darren), Fanessa, Ashely (L.C), great grandchildren Ethan, Faith, Abigail, Jacob and Emma along with numerous nieces and nephews and their families.

She was a Fort William First Nation Band member and a member of St. Anne’s Catholic Church where she enjoyed spending her Sunday mornings. We will never forget someone who gave us so much to remember.

Josie's family kindly requests that all of her friends and relatives take a few minutes to honour her memory by sharing your own photos and/or sharing your own memories and stories or condolences for the family by using the comment section on this page.

If friends so desire, donations in Memory of Josie can be made to Shelter House Thunder Bay via web or calling 807-623-8182 or Meadowood Manor  via email or calling 204-588-8507.

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Jennifer Gagne(Buchan)

June 18, 2020 at 6:22 PM

That was the most beautiful tribute. I remember when Josie drove my siblings & I home from the hospital in Tbay, in her trusty truck, when our father had his back surgery. She was so kind and caring, there was big heart in that lil lady. The last time I saw Josie, was when my daughter was born, I found out the day we were leaving tbay hosp, July 10th, 2004, that Josie was in the hosp. I made sure I found her, to say hi, and see that she was okay before I left. 😊 You're going to be greatly missed Josie. Forever Camping Now💕  

Ken Arnold

June 11, 2020 at 10:20 AM

Saddened to hear of Josie's death. She was such a lovely warm woman with an infectious smile and a wry sense of humour. It was a pleasure to know her for 40 years.

Kirk Mousseau

June 5, 2020 at 12:48 AM

This tribute was so great to see, anytime I saw Aunt Josie she would put a smile on my face. Her sense of humour was awesome and infectious, her and Grammies banter was classic. Thinking of you Margaret and condolences to all of your family 🏵️.

SIbylle Sterling(Ankney)

June 1, 2020 at 7:44 PM

My condolences, Margaret you may remember me from years ago, I spent a lot of time with Josie and she joined our get together many times in Thunder Bay. I was very fond of her, what a character!

Sibylle Sterling

June 1, 2020 at 7:35 PM

Yes, she was a real trooper, a kind and caring person, full of chuckles, so funny...I knew her in her younger years, from Savant Lake and Thunder Bay. She was a great baker and joined our get together without hesitations. Blessings to all the family, especially Margaret, she was so proud of you. Sibylle Sterling (Ankney.Knaack)❤

Charlie Wright

May 31, 2020 at 9:46 PM

WOW!  I am very sad to hear of Josie passing, I have VERY many good memories of Josie , Joe and the family in Thunder Bay.  We called her Aunty Josie. My mother and father had many a GREAT time and our family visited the Sharrow family many times. Josie was always a positive person and had a smile. My heart goes out to the family. Charlie & Lori Wright❤

Dixie Siciliano

May 30, 2020 at 12:01 PM

I worked partied, fished in other words i spent time with this wonderful woman! She was kind to all She was a spitfire and she never kept it a secret how she felt about anyone! It was part of her charm. Generous to a fault, she will bring me many memories of laughter! I think of her often and will continue to do so! My deepest condolences to you all!!❤

sheila krahn

May 30, 2020 at 8:52 AM

Heart of gold .So many talents. Gave so many great memories .Loved to take her fishing ,She caught many to eat with NO live bait  used a walker but could climb in my boat with very little help. ( when she was 86)Will forever use her little sayings & songs ,Nellie with the belly,If I never have another drink I;ve  drank my share  Rest In Peace Aunty Jose So glad you were with her Ashley .You have a special guardian Angel forever .Condolences .
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