VICTORIA “VICKI” NANCY BRUNEL Obituary (1942 - 2025)

Born Apr 12, 1942, VICTORIA “VICKI” NANCY BRUNEL was faculty at Sisler High School in Winnipeg, MB. View the obituary, post a memory, or share a photo about Victoria “vicki” Nancy Brunel.

School Role	Faculty
Date of Birth	Apr 12, 1942
Date of Passing	May 06, 2025
About	VICTORIA “VICKI” BRUNEL April 12, 1942 – May 6, 2025 On May 6, 2025, Victoria Nancy Brunel, passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love and care of her family. Born April 12, 1942, in Red Lake Ontario, Vicki is predeceased by her parents, Peter and Marie Slobodian; survived by siblings, June Slobodian, Peter Slobodian, Kathy (Gary) Gerylo; children, Lisa (Mike) Taylor and Michelle (Curt) Schreiber; and grand-children, Dane Taylor, Jack Taylor, Ella Schreiber, and Liam Schreiber. Vicki’s life was a tapestry woven with rich experiences, adventures and achievements. She was a strong, independent woman who had a passion for teaching and learning. In her early years, Vicki practiced playing “teacher” with little sister June (June skipped grade 1!). Vicki went on to enjoy a fulfilling and rewarding career, spanning over 40 years, teaching in the Winnipeg School Division. While doing so, she frequently taught and took evening classes. And then, because Vicki was always up for new adventure, she offered leadership and professional learning opportunities in various Caribbean Islands. Vicki truly believed in the transformative power of education; she inspired her students to pursue knowledge and left a mark on their lives. Vicki’s passion for learning never waned. Her adventurous spirit took her around the world to Japan, South America, South Africa, Europe, and Ukraine where she explored her roots. Vicki’s travels were not just about seeing new places but about expanding her understanding of the world and its people. Family was at the core of Vicki’s heart. Proud mother to Lisa and Michelle and grandmother to Dane, Jack, Ella and Liam; her legacy of love, strength and wisdom lives on in all of them. In Vicki’s own words: “Being a grandmother was the best of times. I have dearly loved cheering for you beloved grandchildren and am happy to have lived to watch you grow and use your gifts wisely. I love you more than words can say. You are the wind beneath my wings.” Vicki kept a beautiful and wide circle of steadfast, loyal friends. Whether enjoying the arts, hiking, yoga, her beloved book club, or sharing a chat over “snooty” coffee; it is her friendships that sustained her and have been an integral part of her life journey. Vicki’s dear friend recently wrote… “Over the years, many people walk in and out of our lives, but only true friends will leave footprints in your heart. My heart is full of your footprints”. Vicki’s vibrant spirit and the love she shared will continue to shine brightly in the hearts of those who knew and loved her. As we say goodbye, Vicki wanted to remind us: “Don’t cry because I am gone. Instead, be happy because I was here. In my end is my beginning”. A funeral service will be held at 12:00pm on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at Mary, the Mother Church. In lieu of flowers, it is Vicki’s hope that friends perform an unsolicited and unexpected act of kindness or submit a donation to Cancer Care. Vicki’s family kindly requests that all of her friends and relatives take a few minutes to honour her memory by sharing photos, memories, and stories, using the comment section on this page. ? ETHICAL DEATH CARE