Feb 10, 1935 – Feb 17, 2024
With heavy hearts we announce the passing of our Mother, Grandma, Nanny, Aunt and friend at the age of 89.
She has left us to join her family and friends who have already made the step to Heaven to see her Loving God’s open arms. She was so kind hearted, very generous and a devout Christian.
Jean will be forever remembered by her 6 children: Judy (Chuck), JoAnne (Dave), Leroy (Connie), Leslie (Angie), Paulina and Theresa (Don).
She has 11 grandchildren: Brandy, Melanie, Pamela, Holly, Darci, Bryce, Cory, Ryan, Tabitha, Nicole and Jessica. Her pride and joy were her 13 great grandchildren: Justin, Kaylee, Madison, Landon, Kelton, Serene, Norah, Eleanor, Wells, Caiden, Makealea, Parker and Saedie.
Jean had many talents but her best one was the gift of gab. She could talk about anything and everything to make connections with everyone she came in contact with.
She loved to bake and cook to feed people and made sure your belly was full. When she stayed at church for the lunch gatherings, her dish was always big enough to feed many people and waited for everyone to eat before she would. Recipes were her joy and made many scrapbooks with any recipe you would want to try.
She also loved her garden, doing word search and puzzles and many of those were glued so all her hard work would last forever. Her passion was helping others and above all her cherished family. She was known to many as the cookie lady, Nurse Mercse and the energizer bunny.
Jean was born to Raymond Goodrich and Mildred (Evelyn) Fishers (Dease). After 5 months she was given up for her adoption. A couple with a 14 year old daughter (Florence) mentioned to the pastor at their church camp meeting in Saskatoon that they were looking to adopt a baby girl. So off they went to the adoption agency.
She was the only girl there but Lila and Jim Hindley were the lucky ones to receive her in their arms. They lived in Fort-al-la-Corne, SK for 10 ½ years before moving to a farm in Whitewood SK so that they could be closer to family.
This is where she grew up with her younger brother and older sister.
At age 18 she was offered a job in Winnipeg where she lived for the rest of her life. She met her first husband Arnold Trupp and they had 5 children.
Then after their divorce she went on with her life and met her second husband Charlie Mercse and they had a daughter Theresa. They were married for 45 years before his passing.
Jean will be missed by her many friends and relatives.
Cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Life will take place at 7 PM on Monday, Feb 26 at Seventh Day Adventist Church 1314 Henderson Hwy with dainties to follow.
Here’s the link for YouTube livestream:
https://www.youtube.com/hendersonhwysda
We also stream on Facebook at the same time:
https://www.facebook.com/hendersonhwysda
In lieu of flowers, donations in Jean’s memory can be made to the music department:
Prairie Central Adventist Academy
56 Grey St Winnipeg, MB
(204) 661-2408 https://pcaa.ca/
She loved listening to her records so she would like the kids to have the opportunity to create music.
11 thoughts on “Jean Mercse (nee Hindley, Trupp)”
I can’t believe we lost such a gem. Jean’s kindness and generosity were unmatched. You always put others first, and the world needs more people like you. Your absence will be felt by many, and it’s a shame the family won’t have your positive energy around anymore. I know Darci and Bryce had a great grandma. My deepest condolences.
Condolence to Leroy and all his family ❤️
We miss you so much Mom. Tried our best to make your dainties…guess we should have paid more attention as to what all your secrets were.
Your loving daughter, Jo-Anne
Today we say goodbye for the last time, my heart 💜 is so sad but will always remember you and already miss the calls. Love you Mom 💜
Theresa
My heartfelt condolences to the family. My fond memories of Sister Jean are so precious. One of her ministries was to keep people’s birthdays and write them cards when the birthday came. She also called people to find out how they were doing. And she could talk. I will always remember Sister Jean. Rest well daughter of God till the morning.
So sorry to hear of Jean’s passing. Im sure there is a special place in God’s Kingdom. My prayers are with the family.
Today was a though day had to say goodbye to a beautiful lady who I had the pleasure of calling MOM she was beautiful inside and out, treated me like a daughter, always told me “I love you “ I will not hear that from her again but she will be in my heart forever ❤️
RIP My angel
Love you
Mom, your shining light will forever be in our hearts. Your loving spirit will carry on as we learn to live without you. You touched the hearts of so many people who came in contact with you… that is your greatest legacy! Love you to the moon & back!
Your loving daughter
Judy
You touched the hearts of those who knew you as well as those who had only brief contact with you. That is your greatest legacy! You will forever be in our hearts, our memories, our thoughts, as we navigate life without you. Until we are reunited, please remember that I love you to the moon & back Mom!
Your loving daughter
Judy
Gramma,
As I celebrated my bday yesterday, I often kept looking at my phone to see if I missed your call. Each time I checked, there was nothing 💔 I’m missing you terribly, as is everyone else that came in contact with you. Throughout my life I have experienced many obstacles, trauma, challenges etc. you were there by my side each and every time. Pushing me, guiding me and most importantly supporting and loving me. After my car accident, if it weren’t for you I would have given up on life at the young age of 18. I just want to say THANK YOU from the bottom of my heart ❤️ I love and miss you each and every hour that passes. Please say hello to grampa. Until we meet again 😘 xoxo
Brandy
It’s been a year since you left us Mom. A year of not hearing your voice, seeing you smile or laugh, feeling the warmth of your hugs! My heart still aches for you, but knowing that you are resting in peace provides a sense of solace. Thank you for being my guardian angel this past year. I hope you can feel my love and hugs each and every day we are apart. I love and miss you Mom !
Judy