Aimee Rose Dawn Cardinell
On August 5th, 2023 Aimee Rose Dawn Cardinell, 35, passed away peacefully with her family by her side.
Aimee is survived by her mother, Emily (Carl); father Donald (Sharon); brother, Bill (Shannon); sister, Kari (Neil); nieces and nephews, Kaiden, Krisanna, Victor and Clare; her boyfriend Jordan; and her extended family, Jennifer, Vincent, Kimberly, Michael, Sherry and best friend Sam. She is predeceased by grandparents Mary Dunn and Jean and Reuben Cardinell.
Aimee was the youngest of three siblings, affectionally known to her family as Aimee Baby. She was born in Winnipeg on March 2, 1988 and grew up in the St. Vital area. As a student at Collège Jeanne-Sauvé, Aimee was active in community service and peer support. Her positive attitude, caring presence and listening skills made her a great support and friend.
Aimee’s love of art stood out from a young age. She was an extremely talented artist who loved to draw and paint. She further expressed her artistic nature through her ever-changing hair and makeup styles. Later she developed a passion for tattoo artistry. Her body became a walking canvas adorned with many tattoos that all held such meaning to her.
After high school, Aimee spent many years in the beauty industry. This work eventually took her to Toronto, where she made a life in the fun, bustling, big city that perfectly suited her personality.
Aimee excelled in the workplace and found her calling, working as a manager for over 16 years. Five years ago, she started with Arterra, working in the Wine Rack division. Aimee quickly climbed the leadership ladder to District Manager, where she successfully led and supported 17 stores. Aimee particularly loved training and believed that she was only as strong as the team that surrounded her. She genuinely cared for her employees, and did her best to raise them up. She believed that diversity made the world a better place and showed this belief in her hiring practices, and encouraged other managers to do the same. She wanted to be the best that she could be for her team, and accepted all feedback, positive or negative, to continue to better herself for the sake of others.
Aimee liked to be busy and actively engaged. While working full-time for the Wine Rack, she was also working towards a degree in Business Administration at Yorkville University.
Despite her busy life, Aimee still found time for friendship and love. Aimee was a free spirit, beautiful inside and out. She had an amazing, infectious laugh. She naturally attracted people and had a huge network of friends both in Winnipeg and Toronto.
Aimee recently found love and moved in with her partner Jordan. Together with their fur babies, Sadie and Baby G, they created a cozy home full of love. Although their relationship was cut way too short, their love was deep and strong and surely would have been everlasting.
Aimee was the type of person who impacted everyone around her. You were indeed a better person for having her in your life. Her generous spirit, kindness and fun-loving personality defined all of her interactions. Even in death, Aimee demonstrated her kindness by donating her organs so that others could have a second chance at life.
The family would like to thank the Neurology ICU at St. Michael’s Hospital in Toronto for their kind and gentle care of Aimee, and for their compassion and support. They would also like to thank all those who contributed to Aimee’s GoFundMe which has provided invaluable assistance during this unexpected and challenging time.
Our world has truly lost an angel.
A Celebration of Life will be held at the United Church in Meadowood at 1111 Dakota St, Winnipeg, MB, on Friday, September 1st, 2023, at 11 am—fellowship to follow at the church.
Offer Condolence for the family of Aimee Rose Dawn Cardinell
Kimberly Goulding
Bless her beautiful soul. The world lost a true beauty, inside and out. I am
Heart broken for her loved ones, particularly my beautiful friend, her Mom Emily. Please accept our deepest condolences , I can’t even begin to
Imagine your pain. 💔Hugs my friend,
Mara Tolks
My condolences to you Emily and your family. Although I never did meet your daughter Aimee, you always talked about her with such love and affection. Keep all her wonderful memories close, it will help to ease the pain.
You are in my thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time.
Mélanie Bisson
I taught Aimee in grade 11 at Jeanne Sauvé, during my practicum year. She immediately caught my attention. Sweet, smart, a little shy, curious, kind, accommodating and creative. We later connected when she became an adult and I loved visiting her at MAC and chatting and, later, watching her adventures in Toronto through her social media. If ever I had the good luck to see her, there were big hugs and lots of catching up on this and that. Aimee scared the shit out of my this past winter when she visited Winnipeg and banged in the restaurent window where I was eating, giggling on the other side. I ran out and threw my arms around her. That was the last time we saw each other. I was always so happy to see her.
I was truly broken hearted to hear the news about Aimee. My deepest condolences to her family and friends. I heard about them throughout the years. Aimee loved the people who surrounded her. She was an exceptionally wonderful person, beautiful inside and out. May she rest in the deepest of peace. The world is not the same without her unique and generous spirit. May you all continue to share stories of Aimee and saying her name.
Mike Langedock
Dear Bill and Family, Deepest condolences at the loss of your sister. From what I had the good fortune of learning of you and your family Bill, it seems that Aimee acquired as many of the good genes, characteristics, and personality as each of you all live out daily. For what your family and the world has lost, heaven has gained. ❤️
Cindy Chrustie
I had the pleasure of working with Aimee at MAC. She was such a kind, beautiful, generous person. I’ll never forget how proud she was of a coat that her mom Emily made for her. Aimee always had a smile and kind words for everyone.
Emily, I would come see you at the Estee Lauder counter and talk to you about raising such and incredible daughter.
With deepest sympathy,
Cindy Chrustie
Lori Coulter
Sending our sincere condolences to Auntie Em, Carl, Kari, Billy and family. Our hearts are breaking for all of you. Aimee was so beautiful and kind. Sending big hugs to everyone!
Lots of love,
Trevor, Lori, Tori and Tyler Coulter
Crystal
There are no words we can offer you all today that will bring yout hearts the much needed comfort you are seeking. It makes it even more difficult when we can’t all be there to celebrate Aimee’s precious life with you and be together to say goodbye. We want you to know that we are with you in spirit…now and in the days and weeks ahead. Our hearts are broken and pray for God’s comfort to be with in a tangible way.
Lots of love,
Crystal, Wayne, Kenny, Laura, Madilyn, Lucas, Jordan, Chelsie, Violet, Rose, Alyssa, Aaron, Eleanor, Nicholas, Jocelyn and William
Betty Hutton
My dearest friend, I wish I could be there with you. We both knew that our children are the most important things in our lives.
You were so lucky to have Aimee.
Roger and I, Amber, Dawn, Matthew and Tim are so sorry for your loss.
Beryletta also sends her condolences
We are trying to make it down to Manitoba in the fall. Hopefully
LOVE YOU