Anne Drul

Anne Drul (Dunits) of Shoal Lake, Manitoba passed away December 25, 2024 at the Hamiota Hospital at the age of 103 years with family at her side. Anne was born December 14, 1921 to Fred and Cassie Dunits. They had 8 children Joe, Mike, Nellie, Mary, Anne, Martha, Helen and Jean. Anne was raised in the Seech area and attended the Seech Country School; she left school at an early age to work as times were tough and money was scarce. She met Dick Drul and married November 05, 1944. Together they farmed in Oakburn and raised 3 Children on the farm. They retired in 1988 and moved to Shoal Lake, Manitoba. Even after retirement Anne and Dick continued to help with daily tasks of the farm. Anne and Dick enjoyed 57 wonderful years together. Anne enjoyed spending time at the farm, helping wherever needed and she specially enjoyed riding on the combine with Brett. She enjoyed volunteering her time in the church and hall. For many years she was treasurer for the women’s auxiliary. Anne also enjoyed contributing her delicious baking and cooking for special events in the area. She had lots of fun getting together with the ladies in the hall during the preparation of food. This gave her the opportunity to catch up with the local news and gossip in the community. Anne enjoyed gardening and yard work. She took pride in whatever she did. Her family, friends and neighbours were most important to her and if you stopped to visit she always offered coffee and a goodie. She was a warm caring person not hesitating to open the door to friends and relatives. Anne was predeceased by her parents, 6 siblings, in-laws, grandson Jayson and husband Dick. She leaves to mourn her passing son Terry, Ron and Yvonne and daughter Mary Ann (Gerry) grandchildren Aaron, Ian (Karen), Brett ( Janessa) and great grandson Rylie. She is also survived by sister Jean and many nieces and nephews.