Cindy'Ann (née Fisher) Butts

January 7, 1959 - August 6, 2025

Cindy’Ann peacefully slipped from this world into the solace of heaven in Winnipeg, MB on August 6, 2025. Cindy'Ann was born on January 7, 1959 in Kenora, ON.

Preceded by her loving parents, Malcolm Stuart Fisher and Laura Bernadette Fisher (née Hanton) and infant son Joseph.

She will be sadly missed by "the Fisher kids" aka her seven siblings: Malcolm II, Sharon, Robert, Shelley (Jeff Larsen), Kim, John (Rose), William (Rosemarie).

Survived by her husband of 48 years, Victor Butts; children Samantha, Colin (Ashley), Laura’Ann (Mathew), Kaitlyn (Thanos); grandchildren: Charlie’Ann, Elizabeth, Alexander and fur-baby Bella. In addition, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Cindy’Ann had the soul of a poet and was a fierce protector of those she loved. She was an accomplished wordsmith with publications of poetry and prayers. She didn’t waste time in her direct manner of speaking her mind or sharing her ideals or advice when sought (and sometimes unsolicited…but always from a place of love!). You always knew where you stood with her. Growing up, Cindy’Ann was fierce in her protection of her siblings, the neighbourhood kids or school underdogs. She could tease us, but wouldn’t hesitate to fight any bullies or correct bad behaviour from friends.

Cindy’Ann didn’t wait for the end of life to share with us some of her fondest memories of our earlier years. She ensured each of us had our own memories listed and included it for all of us to share…that going back in time experience as a family and sharing those moments together was precious to us. Her emails often seemed to come just when one of us needed to have “that moment” back, no matter how fleeting. Her reminiscing was so heartfelt it would bring us to tears. The words so poignant and passionate as to almost be tangible to the softest touch. Our hearts and souls are full with the expression of the love she shared with us all.

We call this “Living Memories”. As we say “see you later” Cindy’Ann, let us speak to some of our fondest remembrances of you. To us you are the eternal “water baby”…very unhappy to ever be called in from swimming/diving at Keewatin, Rabbit Lake or Coney Island beaches…clear as day in any photos Mom tried to take! You were so fearless…flipping over fences on Minto Bay, running across the top of the Memorial bridge in Keewatin, showing us how to jump from the rock face to the rooftop of the picnic/BBQ area at Keewatin Beach, high diving at Rabbit Lake or off any dock ladder handlebars available, trying anything dared (be it Sharon teaching us how to Go-Go dance or the karate Malcolm tried to teach us in the backyard!).

And sing! We started young, playing records on the gramophone…our rendition of any Bay City Rollers song, complete with air-guitar and brush microphone…it was stellar and second to none! Or all of us kids singing along to Bing Crosby’s Christmas album about Johnny Appleseed… our favourite part of “Timberrrrr” which still resonates when we think back. We can still hear (and feel the goosebumps) of your high-school solo “I don’t know how to love him” from Jesus Christ Superstar! Or singing hymns in church. Singing which you channelled into some great Karaoke parties! We could always locate you in the house by the humming or singing…mostly from your rocking chair.

Throughout our later years Cindy’Ann ensured if any of us was scheduled for surgery, then she was going to come and “nurse us” back to health! Her brand of TLC was to spoil us with homemade meals and personal care as needed. Once cured, we'd spend weeks visiting and going to all the tourists spots in BC so we could spoil her in return. Her favorite outings were whale watching, fine dining and casino nights! We were so blessed to have Cindy’Ann caring for us…she was the best sister we could have!

Over the years, more and more Cindy’Ann returned to her Roman Catholic faith and the sacraments which brought her such joy and peace. She shared the prayers she wrote with us. Sometimes she would “add to or grammatically correct” prayers if she felt they didn’t speak to her enough lol. At the end, we were at her side in person and by phone. Sharing stories of love, laughter, songs and prayers.

Cindy’Ann, it was an honour to be with you and see you through to the end of your journey in this life and as you move forward to the next. We’ll see you in our dreams and hold you to your promise to walk us through each of our end times…seeing as you said you’re the first of us kids to go and we’ll need your guidance!

We take comfort in knowing our love surrounds you Cindy’Ann, our much-loved sister, on your journey home to our Heavenly Father, Blessed Mother Mary and our predeceased family whom you missed so very much.

A Celebration of Life followed by inurnment was held at Neil Bardal Funeral Centre, Winnipeg, MB on August 12 & 13, 2025.

Online condolences may be made through Brown Funeral Home & Cremation Centre www.brownfuneralhomekenora.com

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