Jeanette (Jadzia) was born in Rochlitz, Germany in 1948. She was the eldest daughter of Bronia and Boleslaw Trombinski. She had 2 older brothers: Benny and Rick, whom she took great delight in tormenting since the day she was born. She adored them both. Quite soon after she was born, the family moved to Brazil, a place that Jeanette would hold dear to her heart her entire life. There she enjoyed an idyllic childhood in the warm sun, enjoying tropical fruit, including her favorite, mangoes, and playing with her brothers in Sao Paulo.
The family immigrated to Canada in 1958 much to Jeanette's dismay. Her father wanted to hear the sound of snow crunching under his feet (as he used to in Poland), a reason which Jeanette did not appreciate, and she continued to dislike the cold from then on.
Her younger sister Krystine was born soon after and Jeanette helped to raise her. In 1965 Jeanette met the love of her life. A handsome dark-haired, blue-eyed Polish lad who drove a cool black sports car. His name was Richard and she instantly dismissed him. Richard persisted and eventually won over Jeanette's heart and the 2 lovebirds were inseparable from then on. They would have celebrated 52 years of marriage on June 15, 2020, something very rare these days and an accomplishment that the family is immensely proud of. Their marriage was one of complete partnership and friendship; no one has ever seen 2 people more devoted to each other. They were in love every day of those 51 years.
Jeanette began her career working as a bank teller at TD Bank. She was incredibly good at her job, she was always excellent with numbers. In 1973, Jeanette and Richard had their first daughter, Charlene Daisy, and another followed in 1975, Melissa Ann. Their family was complete and they were very happy. Jeanette chose to stay home and raise their children, something she was very proud of.
Throughout the 1980's Jeanette was very resourceful during difficult economic times holding down various jobs to help support the family. Once her children began high school, Jeanette decided to enter the world of jewelry –if there was one thing that Jeanette loved her entire life, it was a good diamond. Her talents were well-matched to this field and as her knowledge in the area increased, so did her collection- just ask her husband.
It is worth mentioning that during this period, Jeanette's husband Richard worked up in the oil sands for weeks at a time. True to the partnership that they were, while Richard was away, she worked a fulltime job, raised teenage daughters, ran her household and was the glue in her extended family. She always held her head high and maintained a positive outlook on life.
After several successful years in the jewelry industry, Jeanette (and Richard) decided to retire and focus on travelling and their 5 grandchildren. They spent the next 10 years being the best grandparents in the world and spoiling their grandchildren to their hearts delight.
Jeanette loved life. Her favorite things in life were Brazil and Carnival music, tropical weather, travelling, good conversation and family, especially her grandchildren. Grace, Ayla, Kaia, Sam and Kieran could never do anything wrong, and they were the center of her universe. She loved walking in Confederation Park, going to Cochrane to enjoy MacKay's ice cream with her grandkids, BBQ's in the backyard and going for long drives in Kananaskis Country -grabbing a cappuccino along the way.
When Jeanette entered a room you knew it. She was bold, instinctive, smart and beautiful – she was a 5 foot 2 blond ball of fire with piercing green eyes. She had a terrific laugh and taught her children to be strong, capable and independent women. She insisted on truthfulness, no matter how raw, she rooted for the underdog with tenacity, and always had an open door for anyone who needed it. Her grandchildren will tell you that she had a very silly side. Grandma was the first to suggest getting dirty, playing in the sprinkler, finger painting, dressing up Grandpa and she gleefully led by example.
She was an unforgettable personality, a true force. Her passing leaves a giant hole in the center of our family, a hole which can never be filled. Our hearts are broken but our memories are strong, colorful and happy.
Jeanette is survived by her husband Richard, her daughters Charlene (husband Chad) and Melissa (husband Shaun), her 5 grandchildren: Grace, Ayla, Kaia, Sam and Kieran, her brothers Benny Trombinski and Rick Trombinski (wife Edna), and her sister Krystine Sissons (husband Ken).
Jeanette supported several charities throughout her life and we wish to continue on with her generosity. In lieu of flowers or if you wish to make a donation in her memory, please consider the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada and the Canadian Wildlife Federation.
Thank you for remembering her.
A Celebration of Jeanette's Life will be held at FOSTER’S GARDEN CHAPEL, 3220 – 4 Street N.W., Calgary (across from Queen’s Park Cemetery) on Tuesday, January 28th, 2020 at 2:00p.m., with Father Michael Story officiating.
A reception will follow the service at the same location.
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