In loving memory
CHARLOTTE MENNEAR
(1935-2013)
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Charlotte Mennear (nee: Rondestvedt) who was called to be with the Lord on June 10, 2013 at the age of 78 years.
Charlotte was born on April 24, 1935 to Peder and Grete Rondestvedt in St. Wallberg, Saskatchewan. At a very early age, she demonstrated incredible compassion and caring. She grew to be a beautiful and graceful young lady who captured the heart of a dashing young man, Larry Vernon Brown. They were married and blessed with a family of three children.
Charlotte’s courage and ability were truly tested with the passing of her husband. She raised her three young children on her own while furthering her education; her generous and caring nature led her toward the field of nursing where she gained employment with the local hospital in acute and continuing care, physiotherapy and wherever she was needed most.
Charlotte found love once more with a kind and nurturing man, Donald Mennear, and together they increased their family to five children whom they raised with unconditional love. Her pride and joy was her family. She gave all she had and was always available for them. Her unique sense of humour and ready smile spread happiness in their home and inspired everyone around her.
She enjoyed needlepoint, knitting, camping, and cooking for family and friends. She loved the music of Elvis and Marty Robbins, bowling and Highland dancing. She was a past member of the Royal Purple and volunteer for many community events. Her hard work and heavy labour is now done - may she enter into paradise and find peace.
Left to mourn her passing and celebrate her life include her children, Louise (Larry), Sherree (Jay), David (Mary), and Dawn (Brent) Jake (Chris); her grandchildren, Jimmy, Clayton, Tamara, Brandi, Danny, Billy, Kyle, Cassie, Mack and Ben; her eight great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews, extended family and cherished friends.
She was predeceased by her husbands, Larry Vernon Brown and Donald Henry Walter Mennear; her father, Peder Rondestvedt; her mother, Grete Rondestvedt (nee: Serigstad); her stepfather, Edward Storri, grandchild, James David; her brother, Jacob Rondestvedt; and her sister, Sigred Dalzell.
The Memorial Service honoring her life will be held on Saturday, June 15, 2013 at 11:00 am at Fantin's Funeral Chapel in Blairmore (13461-20th Ave.) with the reception to follow. Rev. Nicky Keyworth officiating. Cremation occurred at Fantin's Funeral Chapel’s private crematorium. Condolences may be registered at www.fantinsfuneralchapel.ca. Donations may be directed towards the Canadian Cancer Society, Box 359, Bellevue, AB T0K 0C0.
Fantin's Funeral Chapel entrusted with arrangements. (877) 896-8555.