Elaine Binns

From Helen Binns, Mom has always been there for me, fighting for me when I didn’t even realize it. She has been my mentor, my inspiration, and my friend. When asked to describe Mom, the words I use are: amazing, honest, loving, intelligent, courageous, adventurous, independent, involved, a fighter, and tenacious. She was also caring, creative...more

From Patrick Binns, In my home I see Mom’s legacy everywhere: her art decorating our walls, the sweater I’m wearing – the recipes I use. But Mom has influenced me in other ways that I only now appreciate. Her legacy has impacted who I am, how I think, and the values I share. Mom spoke through many mediums: words said and unsaid, through her e...more

From Kathryn Binns, My mother, Elaine Binns, was an adventurer with an inquiring mind. She was more than happy to pick up and explore the world. Who else would willingly travel to Uganda and Winnipeg in support of my father’s career opportunities and lifestyle choices? In retirement Mom and Dad joined Michael and I on many tourist adventures....more

Mrs. Cheryl Wood Colin and I first met Elaine on a snowy cold day in October 1978 We had just arrived in Winnipeg from England. I worked with both Elaine and Bernie in The Grace Hospital for 2 years,, and both were instrumental in helping us settle into a new life many miles from home. Straight away Elaine encouraged us to go cross country skii...more

I will miss you. You were an inspiration.

Rest in peace. Thank you for our many years of friendship. One of your lovely paintings hangs in my home. Your Christmas cards are a collection. My condolences to all the famiky.

The couple of times that I met Elaine I was so impressed with her calm and lovely spirit. She was such a wonderful hostess and cook.I will remember those times with love.

Memories of Elaine We have been friends for 28 years in both Nanoose Bay (Fairwinds) and Whakatane New Zealand, especially Whakatane where we wintered for so many years and did so many things together. We have had many delicious dinners prepared by Elaine in their home, many coffee gatherings at the Robert Harris restaurant in Whakatane, dinners...more

Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Bernard and family . Elaine was a warm and beautiful soul . A life well lived. She will live on in our hearts forever.

Our deepest condolences to Bernie and all the Binns Family. We will miss the warmth of Elaine’s visit each summer to Canada.