It is with great sorrow we announce the passing of Valborg (Molla) Thomassen, an incredible loving mother of 7 children, Ole (Sally), Ann (Ken), Erik, Randi, Arne (Shirley), Roy (Karen), Lisa (Murray); 9 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren. Molla was born in Norway, raised her family in Winnipeg, loved life, her family and friends. She will be dearly missed.
A celebration of life will be held at McCALL BROS. FLORAL CHAPEL, Johnson and Vancouver Streets, on Thursday, July 29, 2010 at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stoke Foundation and the Canadian Diabetes Association.
22 Responses
Molla was such a blessing to us as next door neighbours. She was always so kind, caring and generous. We were sorry when she moved West.
Moola was a special member of our ladies neighborhood Bible study, having a steady faith and deep compassion.
Our love to all her beautiful family members. You are so fortunate to have had such a loving mother and friend.
Ole, Sally and family
Greetings from Copenhagen
We read of your mothers passing in the Winnipeg Free Press while on our flight over here.
Sincere condolences,
Jim and Anita Chester
Dear Thomassen family.
We will miss Molla very much. We were good friends for many years and had lots of laughs together.
We feel with you all in your loss and sorrow.
Please accept our sympahty.
Mike and Kari Galley.
Erik
Memories of you and your mom
take care
a long ago friend
Cathy
For Ole and the whole Thomassen family. Reading the Obituary brought a rush of memories of Kingston Row, sandbagging, building and rebuilding stuff. I remember ” Mrs. Thomassen” very clearly, we would not dare use a first name of a parent in those days! She was one of the very dedicated mothers who ran the house and kept all the kids safe and sound. She may be gone in body however I am sure her spirit will continue living in all those she was close to.
Buzz
I’m at Victoria Beach for the summer and found the notice of your mum’s passing, and wanted to send my condolences.
Your mum was such a force – I remember her patience and good humor dealing with that wonderful brood of children she raised. I’ve never forgotten the weekly loaf of bread that she let Arne bring to me – the best bread ever!! A generous gift given cheerfully. And how she’d laugh at the bunch of you, kind of shaking her head but full of love for you all.
The death of a mother has a profound effect.It leaves a void unlike any other, but I know that you’ll comfort each other in this sad time, and be comforted by the memories you have of your lovely mother.
Fondly,
Pat
The world will not be the same without your Mom in it. Paul and I will miss her alot. It is never easy losing a parent regardless of age. Molla was a true inspiration to all who had the pleasure of knowing her.
Please take good care of yourselves and continue to make her proud of all of you.
Sincerely
Lesley and Paul Antonsen
Dear Thomassen Clan,
Your mom had such a GREAT LAUGH !
She had a wonderful sparkle about her.
I have very fond memories and share your
sadness. Chin up.
John Quinton.
We just heard about your mom. Our heartfelt condolences are with you and your family at this difficult time. Molla will be greatly missed.
Hold tight to your memories for comfort, lean on your family and friends for strength, and always remember how much you are cared about.
Love always,
Nikki, Richard and Brandt
Mrs Thomassen was a very central figure in the lives of her large family. They are left with many memories of a very social and independent mother that kept remarkable contact with all 7 of her children. I wish to extend my deepest condolences to the family.