Arlene Joyce Runions was born Sunday, March 21, 1954 in The Pas, Manitoba. She was the second of nine children born to Margaret and Raymond Ducharme. Arlene was a dedicated, devoted, hard working, caring, compassionate woman who helped and cared for her family, the elders and for people who were in need. She always worked hard and did her very best at everything that was brought to her attention. Arlene made her family strong this way, always encouraging, never give up and always do your very best, work hard and be good to each other. Respect one another. She was our foundation. She was always there through the many good times, even through the tough ones. She made family occasions and holidays extra special for her family. For the last 30 years, Arlene gave her life as a health care professional, registered nurse working at the Rod McGillivary Memorial Care Home, Opaskwayak Cree Nation. A profession she thoroughly enjoyed. Arlene enjoyed camping, going on trips, watching movies, and visiting with her family. She especially enjoyed Christmas time and Trappers Festival watching her grandsons compete and placing in the first and second runner ups in the Junior King Competitions and also watching her oldest granddaughter being crowned Fur Queen 2012. Until we meet again, Arlene will be missed by all who knew her and loved her. Arlene passed away peacefully with her family all around her, Sunday, January 13, 2013, at St. Anthony’s Hospital, The Pas, Manitoba, at the age of 58 years. Arlene is survived by her companion of 13 years, Henry Linklater; children Tara (Art), Robin (Leona), Sonya (Joel), Denise; grandchildren Arthur, Jeremy, Hilary, Chantel, Mikey, Matthew, Joel, Brett, Chloe, Jasmine, Miles, Alexandra, Wesley; father Raymond Ducharme and family; sisters Terry, Tammy (Darren), Lana (Dale), Deanna; brothers Mitchell (Elizabeth), Martin (Candace), Desi (Dina); uncles Archie Bauer, Ed (Jean) Engen, Norman (Cecilia) Engen. Arlene is also survived by nieces and nephews Sheri (Charmaine), Ricki, Mandy (Mark), Kelsey, Julie, Shane, Mike (Brenda), Nicole, Amy (Trevor), Terrance, Stephanie (Chris), Stacey (David), Dale Jr., Shane (Sarah), Jared (Leanne), Randi, Valtina (Lesley), Aaron, Kristie-Lee (Tyler), Chelsea, Chalisa, Corbin, Destiny, Mitchell, Sharon (George), Earl, Donna (Conrad), Dale (Lana), Craig (Candace), Angie (Steve), Lolly (Ross), Mark (Shirley), Barney and Annie Ducharme and families; numerous uncles, aunts, cousins, nieces and nephews and friends. Arlene was predeceased by her husband Wesley Runions; mother Margaret Ducharme; brother Glenn Ducharme; stepson Tom Runions; grandparents Emma and Aaron Engen, Annie and Victor Ducharme; uncles Bill Hunter, William Ducharme, Lawrence Ducharme, Leonard Engen, Edward (Rolande) Engen, Dennis Fenner, Tommy Fenner, Fred (Martina) Fenner, Bill Fenner; aunts Linda Bauer, Verna Hunter, Irene (Aurelle) Bourdages, Annie (Bill) Erickson, Bella (Garnet) Clark; cousin Hilliard Lathlin; and many other close family members. Prayers and visitation was held Thursday, January 17, 2013, 7:00 pm at the Chapel of Hemauer Funeral Home, The Pas, Manitoba. In keeping with Arlene’s wishes, cremation followed and a service of remembrance to celebrate her life was held Saturday, January 19, 2013, 1:00 pm at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Cathedral, The Pas, Manitoba under the auspices of the Anglican Church with the Ven. Lydia Constant and Rev. Gary Clark presiding. Music ministry was provided by Millie and Kenny Jackson. Memories of the heart were shared by Tammy Moen, Terry Ducharme, Lana Ducharme. A Tribute was given by the nurses and HCA from the Rod McGillivary Memorial Care Home. Following the service, interment took place at Lakeside Cemetery, The Pas. Pallbearers were Aaron Ducharme, Arthur Ducharme, Mikey Vaillancourt, Jeremy Ducharme, Matthew Vaillancourt, Jared Henderson. Honorary pallbearers were Henry Linklater, Linklater Families, Arlene’s Brothers, Sisters, Granddaughters and Co-Workers. In friends so desire, donations to the Canadian Liver Foundation – Manitoba Chapter, 210-375 York Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3C 3J3 or Heart and Stroke Foundation of Manitoba, 6 Donald Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3L 0K6, would be appreciated by Arlene’s family.