Obituaries
LIBBY GREENFIELD
Peacefully on January 22, 2017 Libby passed away, surrounded by family, at the age of 88 years.
Beloved wife, mother, sister, daughter, mother-in-law, babie, aunt, cousin and friend to many.
She was predeceased by her loving husband of 32 years, Bill, parents Margaret and Chaim Bookhalter, and her brother Herschal.
Libby will be deeply missed by her children Stuart (Kathi) Greenfield, Shauna (Darryl) Levy, and Murray Greenfield; her grandchildren Sara, Shae (Sara), Jory (Jessie), Will and Megan, great-grandson Jack, and her sister-in-law Elaine Bookhalter.
In her 88 years Libby lived a full life. She was born in Winnipeg and raised in Invermay, SK. Libby returned to Winnipeg to pursue a science degree at the University of Manitoba. After her second year, Libby left to run the family business during her father’s illness. Libby’s career included work at the Winnipeg Film Exchange, Astral Alliance Films and later managing the family business, The Remembrance Shop.
Family was central to Libby’s core. She met and married Bill, the love of her life, in October 1963. Libby embraced with all her heart Bill’s seven-year-old son Stuart as her own.
Libby and Bill together built a new life and a wonderful home for Stuart, Shauna and Murray filled with Jewish tradition and love. They opened their home and made everyone feel welcome and special. Their house became a gathering place; a social hub where many lifelong friends and family would come to share stories, laughter and long lasting Sabbath dinners and holiday meals.
Libby grew close to a number of family members and lifelong friends that remained a special part of her life. A day did not go by that they did not share the goings on of their lives as if they were sisters.
Libby loved sharing in her children’s successes whether they were children or adults. Her happiest moments were hearing of her grandchildren’s and great-grandchild’s milestones, adventures, school progress and just watching them grow up. The grandchildren made Libby young again.
For her children and grandchildren, they had a wonderful Mother and Babie who they could share their lives with, confide in, would always listen, and always provide encouragement. A calming voice to everyone, Libby was a sage, a provider of wisdom and advice, always with a reassuring manner.
Libby was a dedicated member of her community. She volunteered and supported numerous organizations, including Talmud Torah/JWC, the Israel Pavilion, the Heart and Stroke Foundation, and Cancer Society. All her life she was actively involved in B’nai B’rith Women as a member, Chapter president and fundraiser for the Children’s Home in Israel. As recognition of her community involvement she received numerous awards including an appointment to the Multicultural Council of Canada.
Libby will always be remembered for her inner strength in facing life’s challenges, her great smile and the volumes she spoke with her beautiful expressive eyes.
A special thank you to Marga, Odelia and Winta who took such wonderful care of our mother.
Funeral services were held on January 24, 2017. Pallbearers were Shae Greenfield, Jory Greenfield, Will Levy, David Bookhalter, Jeff Goldstein and Marshall Zaitlan.
Mom and Dad rest in peace together.
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MARK BERNARD SCHACTER
May 12, 1946 – October 19, 2025
We are sad to announce that Mark Schacter died peacefully in Vancouver on October 19, 2025, at age 79.
He was born in Winnipeg on May 12, 1946, and moved to Vancouver at the age of 22 to seek his fortune, and lived and worked there for the rest of his life, in a number of careers. He was a raconteur, a free spirit, a sports fan, a close observer of current events, and a good friend to many, as far away as Rio de Janeiro and Los Angeles. He attended the Canada-Russia hockey series in Moscow in 1972, flew on the Concorde to London, and went to Rio for Carnival on a number of occasions.
He is survived by his brother and sister-in-law Brent Schacter and Sora Ludwig, nieces Miriam Stoller (Michael), Isanne Schacter, and Jennifer Schacter (Neil Rockman), grandnieces Reina and Maddie Stoller, Beatrice Schacter, and Sally Rockman, and grandnephew Jacob Rockman.
He was laid to rest in the Shaarey Zedek Cemetery near his parents on October 22, 2025. May his memory be a blessing.
Donations in his memory may be made to Yaletown House (www.yaletown.org) where he resided or to the charity of your choice.
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GLORIA GERSHMAN
Our beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Gloria Beatrice Gershman (née Lipchen), lived 95 remarkable years filled with love, laughter, resilience, generosity, a youthful spirit and a touch of mischief. Gloria passed away peacefully on October 16, 2025, in Winnipeg, Manitoba.
She was predeceased by her parents Rose and Nathan Lipchen, her husband George Gershman in 2016 and her grandson Jesse Short-Gershman in 2014. Gloria is survived by her three children: Darryl (Diane), Shelley (David), and Stu (Niki), eight grandchildren: Rachel, Daniel (Yeraldin), Mike (Hannah), Kara, Emily, Ashley (Andy), Max, Zak, and two great-grandchildren Ari and Grayson.
Born in Winnipeg on November 27, 1929, Gloria spent her early childhood in Yorkton, Saskatchewan, before returning to Winnipeg in 1940. Gloria and George married in 1949, residing in Winnipeg until moving to Miami, Florida in 1958 and returning to Winnipeg in 1961.
Gloria attended business college and worked at the Shaarey Zedek Synagogue and Glendale Golf Course. She volunteered in the community conducting hearing tests for elementary school children.
To our family, Gloria was our biggest supporter, our safe place, our guiding voice, and our example of what it means to be strong, independent, loyal, resilient, and generous. Gloria was known for her wonderful sense of humour and occasional salty language.
Gloria’s talents included sewing, knitting, needle working, cooking, baking, gardening and bowling. The family loved her homemade cookies.
She was devoted to her grandchildren and shared a special and unique relationship with each of them. She adored every moment she spent with Ari and Grayson, who brought her joy in her later years.
Gloria was a regular with the super seniors at the local McDonalds. During the Covid pandemic, she and her friends held “parking lot gatherings” at McDonald’s, sitting in their cars, chatting through windows, laughing, and refusing to let isolation dull their spirits.
She was an unofficial counsellor and second mother for many of our friends, offering warmth, insight, honesty, and love.
Gloria cheered (sometimes colourfully) for her Winnipeg Blue Bomber and Jets, rarely missing a televised game.
Mom wanted her family to live their best lives; Mom’s memory will forever be a blessing and legacy for her loving family.
Among the many people we thank, we give a special thanks to Dr. Ify Osagie and mom’s dear health care companion Tess Barillos.
Graveside funeral was held on October 20, 2025, at the Shaarey Zedek Cemetery.
Donations in Gloria’s memory may be made to the Buddy Check for Jesse Society, supporting youth mental health in honour of her grandson: https://buddycheckforjesse.com/ donate/
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MARC AARON COHEN
It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of Marc Aaron Cohen on Thursday, October 16, 2025, at the age of 55, following a brave battle with cancer.
Survived by his parents Lawrence and Dolly (Reesa) Cohen, sister Michelle (Ben) Levich, nephew Seth Levich, auntie Deanna Cohen, uncle Sherv Sharagge, and many cousins.
Marc was in love with his career. He was passionate about trucking and was good at it, wearing several hats during his career. He was a dispatcher, a long haul and local trucker, and an instructor to new truckers, while working for several trucking companies including Quick Transfer, Big Freight, and Gershman Transport. Marc received numerous awards and recognitions during his career including the Elite Award for Excellence in Performance in 2014 and 2015 from Big Freight. His commitment to the trucking industry led him to be chosen for the Industry Excellence Award in 2015 from the Manitoba Trucking Association.
Marc’s second love was riding his Harley-Davidson motorcycle. Being on his motorcycle brought him so much joy. He loved playing, watching and coaching football. He was active in the Nomad Football Club. Being outdoors in any kind of weather was his favorite place to be.
The family would like to thank the amazing staff at Brightwater Tuxedo, Health Science Center, and St Boniface Hospital. We are grateful for the compassionate care they provided Marc.
Donations in Marc’s memory can be made to Cancer Care Manitoba Foundation. 204-787-4143.