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DEBBY (SLOBINSKY) LEXIER May 28, 1929 to July 21, 2020

Lexier Debbie edited 1Athlete, aesthete, early adopter, stylish dresser, party-thrower, voracious reader, world traveler, prodigious note writer, award-winning gardener – these are but a few of the many ways to describe the one and only, Debby Lexier.

 

A long-time River Heights resident, born in the north end of Winnipeg, Debby and her husband Easton designed their own Modernist home and lived in it for over 60 years. Their house at 690 Lanark and their award-winning gardens were a tremendous source of joy and pride.
Debby graduated in 1950 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design from the University of Manitoba and quickly landed a job with GBR Architects, where she was the first BID graduate ever hired by an architectural office. Other “firsts” include being a founding member and the first President of the Interior Designer’s Institute of Manitoba. In addition to numerous freelance projects, Debby wrote weekly articles on Interior Design for The Winnipeg Tribune and was a lecturer on Interior Design at adult evening school. She also lent her expertise as a juror for the Premier’s Award for Design Excellence, for the National Design Council, and for the Canadian Awards for Business Excellence. She represented Manitoba and Canada on numerous committees, was the Director of the Design Management Centre at the University of Manitoba, and was the Executive Director of the Manitoba Design Institute. Debby had a great interest in travel and participated in many of the research trips organized by the Study Tour of International Design, which took her to Russia, Scandinavia, Europe and China.
She appreciated well-made, well-considered objects, and filled her house with progressive art and design. She was known for her parties, which were planned and colour-coordinated to the smallest detail. She loved flowers – growing them, drawing them and pressing them inside many of the books found in her home. She was massively creative, and supported and encouraged the creatively of others.
Debby Lexier was a cool auntie and a very engaged grandparent. She created a world where the ordinary became extraordinary, where no one was allowed to be bored. Significant events were always celebrated with sparklers.
Pre-deceased by her husband Easton earlier this year, her parents Jack and Sarah, as well as sisters Fraidla (Pollick) and Marcie (Raber), Debby leaves daughter Jill Lexier (Neil Samuels), sons Jonathan (Paula) Lexier and Micah Lexier (Guy Anderson), grandchildren Josh Lexier, Suzanne Lexier and Lex Samuels as well as some 50 nieces and nephews.
The family would like to thank the wonderful staff and administration of The Saul & Claribel Simkin Center, where Debby spent her final years, for their care and attention. Special thanks to Lisa Gregg, Debby’s caregiver and “angel”, for her love and devotion. Tributes can be made to The Simkin Centre.

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NINA CHISVIN June 6, 1932 – November 24, 2024

After a full life well-lived, Nina Chisvin (née Globerman) passed away peacefully at the age of 92.Predeceased
by her beloved parents, Maishel and Raichel Globerman, her siblings and
their spouses, Morley and Dintzie Globerman, Esther and Irv Nisenholt,
Abe and Naomi Globerman. Left to mourn are her cherished husband Allan,
her children, Ellen Thompson, Sorel Friedman (Avi), and David Thompson
(Susan). Joining in their profound grief are her grandchildren, Paloma
and Ben Friedman, Corey Glasberg, and Piper and Belle Riley Thompson
(Michaela). Many beloved nieces, nephews, and friends are also bereft.
Also mourning her loss are Allan’s children, grandchildren, and
great-grandchildren, whom she loved as her own.Funeral services were held Tuesday, November 26 at the Shaarey Zedek Cemetery.

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LAWRENCE WERIER

Lawrence Werier passed away at home in Winnipeg on Wednesday, November 6 at the age of 98.
We thought he might live to 100, but it was not to be. Even though he was diminished by dementia in recent years, he still sparkled with an indomitable spirit that could not be missed, whether he was dancing with his many beloved caregivers or sitting quietly with his wife or children. He brought an intense energy to everything he accomplished, such as building a business, making a sale, playing tennis or scuba diving in some remote location.
His work at Goldin and Company was both challenging and joyful, and his entrepreneurial creativity brought him to Asia regularly, where he had close friends in Hong Kong and Taiwan. He married Eddy in 1949, and she remained the love of his life. They traveled the world together on many exotic trips, and in each place he would seek out adventure and fun. He was a force of life and an energetic presence who kept working and living and devouring experiences, always insisting that “the cup is half full.”
Many remember Lawrence as a great storyteller because he could never resist the impulse to share his exciting escapades with others. He didn’t retire until the age of 83, and even after formally ending his business, he continued to wheel and deal from home. In all of these passionate endeavors, he always had time for his children and grandchildren when they came to visit. His love of family was profound, and he demonstrated this love by generously bringing everyone together—children, spouses, grandchildren and Eddy—at treasured family gatherings in Costa Rica, St. Lucia and Mexico.
In recent days, people have reacted almost with astonishment that Lawrence has passed away, as if such a powerful energy might continue. We feel his loss deeply, along with his many friends in Winnipeg and beyond.
Lawrence is survived by his wife, Eddy, and his children, Kerry, Cliff and Jodie, and their spouses, Suzanne, Sabrina, and Michael. He is missed by his two granddaughters, Cynthia (her partner, Matt) and Alex. Lawrence was predeceased by his beloved grandson Koby. Lawrence had many wonderful caregivers at “the Shafts,” too numerous to mention, but Tess Braun was his special friend and honorary daughter, to whom the family is grateful beyond words. Tess, Chris, Mavis, Jonathon and Jules made him comfortable in his final days, and we extend thanks to them all.
Donations in his memory can be made to Shalom Residences (shalomresidences.com).

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BETTY JOAN KATZ

Betty Katz passed away peacefully on October 26, 2024, at the age of 94.

She was predeceased by her husband, Melvyn (Mel) and her daughter, Michelle.

Betty is survived by her daughters, Alana (Ted) and Bonnie (Howard); her son, Andy; grandchildren, Jonathan (Leiba) and Jeremy; and great-grandchildren, Louis and Ada.

Betty and Mel were high school sweethearts and married in 1953. Shortly thereafter, they purchased their cherished home on Lanark Street where they lived until after their 60th wedding anniversary. As the children grew older, Betty began a career in property management.

Betty is fondly remembered for her outgoing nature, wit, tenacity, and her great cooking, notably – her signature dish – Spaghetti a la Betty Katz.

Thank you to the staff at the Saul and Claribel Simkin Centre where Betty received excellent care for the last eight years. Betty enjoyed the recreational activities and every opportunity to sit outdoors and at the sunny windows. Despite living with dementia, she was heard singing the words to “oldies” whenever there was an opportunity.

Thank you to Rabbi Matthew Leibl for leading a beautiful funeral service in Betty’s honour at the Shaarey Zedek Cemetery on October 28, 2024.

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