July 17 1929 – August 23 2023
In the wee hours of the morning on August 23, 2023, with her daughter by her side, Mary peacefully passed away at the age of 94. She will forever be missed but lovingly remembered by daughters, Ann and Leisa (Matt), brother Ron (Bev), sister Betty, grandchildren Jason, Jessica, Leah (Storm), Adam and Nolan and great grandchildren Olivea and Leonard as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws and many friends.
Mom was predeceased by her husband Harold, parents Molly and Henry Deibert, sister Martha and brothers Richard and George. Born in Morse Saskatchewan, as a young girl her family moved to Winnipeg and settled in the St James area. In her early years she worked at MacLeod’s Factory making gloves. After marrying Harold in May of 1963, they moved to Transcona where she stayed home to raise the girls. Suffering the loss of Harold when the girls were under 10, she then had to take on the task of working and maintaining a household as a single mother which was her proudest achievement.
Her favourite times were any events with family – big or small. She was the best cook, baker, gardener and storyteller. Mom practiced reusing and recycling materials long before it was a common practice. Mom’s green thumb has led to plants that remain alive and thriving to this day (her fern and hoya plants in particular). She enjoyed travelling and made many trips, whether to pick fresh fruit, find new flowers and plants or to just take in new cultures and food throughout Canada, the US and Europe, all while working and raising two girls on her own. Mom taught all of us the value of helping others whenever they were in need as well as the importance of family. Her priority every year – including this last one – was to make sure that the wall calendar was filled out with all of the birthdays and anniversaries that had meaning to her so she could send a card or call to recognize someone’s important day.
The last five years were very hard for her as her health declined. With the support of her family and assistance from Homecare, she was able to live in her own apartment until the age of 92. (special thanks to Cori and Caroline who always made her smile even on the hardest of days). We are very grateful for the staff at Meadowood Manor who took such great care of her in the last two years of her life.
Life is forever changed for those of us who loved her – from the young to old – and her light will shine on for generations to come. A private family celebration and interment will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, please hold your family close and consider planting a tree or perennial plant or donating to the Winnipeg Humane Society in her memory.
“You raise me up to more than I can be” (her favourite song – Josh Groban)
6 thoughts on “Marie (Mary) Green (nee Deibert)”
My deepest condolences for the loss of your mother. She was the best friend of my late wife, Donna Salamacha I remember going to their house in transcona many many times Marie and Donna would send cards back-and-forth and have the odd good conversation for a long time they work together in the early days, I remember your dad when he was a bus driver and he bought a garbage company but that was many years ago if you were having a service, I would love to attend rest in peace Marie
She will be missed greatly by Ron and myself and the rest of our family. We all have fond memories of her visits out here in Alberta. RIP Mary
Love: Ron and Bev Deibert,
Brad and Angie
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Aunty Marie (Mary). Uncle Harold was married to my mother’s sister Florie Conquergood and after she passed he married your Mom. She was a lovely addition to our family. Not sure if you remember Leisa but you were the flower girl for my sister Margaret’s wedding. Your mom will always be fondly remembered. She was such a lovely person. Take care.
Irene White
Hi Irene,
Thank you for your kind words, I hope you are well.
I don’t remember Margaret’s wedding day but I do remember seeing the pictures many times over the years!
I also remember going to big family dinners at the farm just off the perimeter hwy.
Leisa
Dear Leisa and Matthew and family and Ann and family,
We offer our sincere sympathy and prayers to all of you as you journey the loss of your dear Mom and Grandmother.
Marie’s was not an easy life with the loss of her husband and being left with two young daughters to raise and nurture
on her own. She seemed to find her joys in life in the simple pleasures….family get-aways for shopping in Grand Forks
and berry picking followed by the treat of home made jam which she loved making and sharing with others. We smile as we
remember the last time we picked berries with Marie, on July 6th, 2018 (Nolan’s 16th birthday) at the cottage at Victoria Beach. How she enjoyed picking those saskatoons as Matthew bent the branches low for her to reach.
Rest in Peace Marie.
Mary and John
I’m so sorry. I only just heard of Aunt Marie’s passing. I send my condolences to you, Ann and Leisa, and families. Losing your mom is hard but you have so many years of memories to comfort you. I have good memories of Aunt Marie. She always made visitors feel comfortable, cooking “Diebert” specialties and HEALTHY food. And she had the best lofty quilts and pillows! I think there must be a big bowl of potato salad being enjoyed by Aunt Marie and her sister and brothers, as they sit around telling stories.