Graciela Elena Belmar

It is with profound sadness that we announce that our mother, abuelita and tia has begun her journey home. Graciela Belmar “Chelita”, was a courageous and devoted Matriarch and a selfless woman who dedicated her life to nurturing and caring for those around her.

She was predeceased by her father Domingo and mother Graciela; brother Jorge and granddaughters Christina and Marisol.

Graciela is survived by her sister Monica; children: Rosario (Christian), Julio (Val), Paola (Perry) and Rodrigo (Sherry); her grandchildren: Christopher, Alex, Victoria (Roman), Exyquiel (Liz), Sergio (Desirèe), Gabriela (Jordan), Paloma, Elianna, Leila, Sandra, Jordon, Vicki, Danielle, Montana, Dustin, Miranda, Erika, Vanessa and Camilo; great-grandchildren: Nina, Mila, Dengo, Zaina, Marcelo, Nachi, Lorenzo, Arielle and Azareus and many others; extended family Angie and the Barahona family that took her as their own mother, tia and grandmother; nieces and nephews and other family members and friends.

Graciela was a pillar of strength in her community, exiled from Chile in 1976. She was always willing to lend a helping hand, offer a listening ear and advocate for those in need. One of the original founders of the Folkloric Dance group in Winnipeg, “Chile Lucha Y Canta”. Graciela’s generosity, compassion and wisdom touched the lives of countless individuals and her legacy will continue to inspire future generations.

The wake took place on Saturday, February 1, 2025 from 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. in the Chapel of Tubman Funeral Home. The Celebration of Life took place on Sunday, February 2, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. in the Chapel of Tubman Funeral Home with officiant, Knowledge Keeper Cliff Thomson.

The Celebration of Life was livestreamed with the link found on this webpage. You will need to register yourself before the start of the service by following the 'live stream' link.