As per Rona's wishes, no formal service will take place. In lieu of a service, donations may be made in Rona's memory to either the Alzheimer Society or to the ALS Society of MB

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 Rona Rose Stroobandt

1948-2019

Rona passed away peacefully early on Thursday February 14, 2019 at the Foyer Notre Dame. She was 70 years old.

Rona was the oldest daughter of Sarah and Edgar Chauvin. Rona had lost her father at a young age and helped her mother raise her brothers and sisters till she was 18 where she married Richard Stroobandt in 1966.  

Rona had many careers through her years however her most dedicated and most passionate career was being a FAS Trainer during her time living in Ontario. She along with a very close friend started up a support group, which lasted for 10 plus years at the same time she was a foster parent to more than 80 children in her 18 years of foster care.

Rona is survived by her sisters, Darlene, Dale, brother, Guy, husband, Richard, daughters, Reni and Christina, sons, Steven and William and many nieces, nephews and grandchildren.

Donations can be made to the Alzheimer’s or ALS Foundations in place of a service. Thank you from the Stroobandt Family.