Her obituary:

“MARGARET EMMA HALIPCHUK (nee HUNT) Peacefully at home on Thursday, January 31, 2008 Margaret passed away with her beloved husband Mike by her side. Margaret was born July 18, 1932 in Manitou, Manitoba to Cecil and Elsie Hunt. She lived in Carman for most of her younger years. She met and married Mike Halipchuk on April 18, 1953. Margaret is mourned and missed by her five children, Mary-Ellen (Rollie), Shauna (Larry), Michael (Laurie), James (Barb), and Wayne (Susan); 13 grandchildren, and numerous great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sisters, Sherril (Ed), Patricia (Ken), brother Bob, sisters-in-law Pat, Stella, Mary, and Jean and many nieces and nephews. Margaret was predeceased by her parents, Cecil (1989) and Elsie (1991); brother Earl (1988); sisters, Jean (1945), and Betty (1991) and sister-in-law Jean (1995). Mom was very active in the Selkirk Curling community, sometimes curling 3-4 times a week. She attended the Scott Tournament of Hearts in Gimli and met up with some of her curling buddies. She loved any type of sport and was often a spectator at her grandchildren’s many activities However, everything came to a standstill when the Toronto Blue Jays came on television. She was their biggest fan. Her family was the most important thing to her and she enjoyed all the time she was able to spend with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. We will miss her terribly and know that her memories will keep living in our hearts. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to the Manitoba Heart and Stroke Foundation. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, February 5, 2008 at 10:00 a.m. at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home, 4000 Portage Ave. Arrangements entrusted to: Chapel Lawn Funeral Home 885-9715”