Lydia "Max" Maxine Baryla
February 28, 1939 - May 7, 2023
Lydia Maxine Baryla
It is with heartfelt sadness that our family announces the passing of Lydia Maxine Baryla, known to most as Max.
Max started life in Gainsborough, Saskatchewan on February 28th, 1939 and passed on Sunday May 7th, 2023.
Max is the last of eight of her beloved siblings: Tom, Corrine, Bernice, Frances, Lloyd, Melvin, and Floyd. And leaves behind five children: Terry Barnes, Kim Cole, Mitzi Baryla Rodriguez, Bob Baryla, Pat Baryla, and a daughter in law Sandy Baryla. Four beautiful grandchildren: Lee Ann Wall, Brett Hotas, Livia Rodriguez, Faith Baryla, as well as three great grandchildren: RJ, Austin, Zach Chicoine, and her sister-in-law and good friend Betty Beamish.
Max was a free spirit with a passion for the outdoors, nature, animals, music, and children. Max had a great presence in life wherever she went – and did it her way. Thank you to all her friends in life for being there.
Later in life she acquired a new family at Riverview Health Centre to whom our family would like to extend our sincerest gratitude for their love and friendship. Thank you to all the doctors, nursing staff, healthcare aids, cleaning, and kitchen staff along with all the others at Riverview short- and long-term care.
A gathering will be held at Riverview Health Centre Chapel, 1 Morley Avenue, Winnipeg, R3L 2P4 on June 23, 2023 between 3:00 to 4:30. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Riverview Health Centre; Cycle of Life AB1 & AB2 or Winnipeg Humane Society or the Alzheimer’s Society of Manitoba.