Muriel Grace Brokenshire (nee Elliott) April 15, 1935 - April 20, 2013 With sadness and heavy hearts the family of Muriel Brokenshire regret to announce her peaceful passing at Riverview Medical Centre in Winnipeg, Man., on April 20, 2013, at the age of 78 years. She is survived by her children, Brenda, Winnipeg, Man., Clayton, Edmonton, Alta., and Judy (Laird) Paul, Kenora, Ont.; grandchildren, Elizabeth and Carleigh Paul, Kenora, Ont.; and great grandson, Charlie; brother, Earl (Jane) Elliott, Estevan, Sask.; sisters, Evelyn Barbour, Saskatoon, Sask., and Fern Repchinski, Penticton, B.C.; sisters-in-law, June (Lorne) Neifer, Marion Williams, and Janette Brokenshire; brother-in-law, Tony Schoff, Estevan, Sask.; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Muriel was predeceased by her husband, Raymond Brokenshire; parents, Harry and Alice Elliott; brother, Fenton Elliott; and sister, Hazel Schoff. Born in Estevan April 15, 1935 Muriel lived in Ontario, Manitoba and Saskatchewan throughout her life. She married Raymond Brokenshire on November 18, 1953 and they spent 48 years together. Muriel and Raymond were inseparable, enjoying travelling, social events and entertaining company. Muriel would add a plate at the table whenever Raymond invited another to dinner. Muriel could easily expand a meal and always had baking in the freezer. For many years Muriel and Raymond worked side by side at Perth's Dry Cleaners spending their working and leisure time together. Muriel was an accomplished craftswoman. She made beautiful quilts, sewed, and knit. Many family members and friends have been fortunate to receive one of Muriel's projects and they will be treasured. She was laid to rest beside her husband at Souris Valley Memorial Gardens, Estevan, Sask. on April 23, 2013. A public visitation took place on Monday, April 22, 2013 from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. in the Chapel of Hall Funeral Services, Estevan. A Funeral Service was held on Tuesday, April 23, 2013 at 10:30 a.m. from the Chapel of Hall Funeral Services, Estevan, with Doug Third officiating. In lieu of flowers, those so wishing may make donations to the Canadian Diabetes Foundation in Muriel's memory. Thank You The family would like to thank the pallbearers and Hall Funeral Services for their assistance. The family would especially like to thank the staff at Riverview Medical Centre for their care and kindness towards Muriel in her last few months. Rest in peace Mom.
