VA4 / VE4 Silent Keys
ALBERT (ROY) COLDWELL - VE4ROY
August 4TH, 2009
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ALBERT
(ROY) COLDWELL Peacefully on Tuesday, August 4, 2009, at 5:00 a.m., Roy
passed away after a brief stay at the Riverview Health Centre. Roy was
predeceased by his parents, Perry and Mary; brothers, Bill and Don; sisters,
Edith and Beth; and granddaughter Colleen. Remaining to forever cherish Roy's
memory are his wife of 62 1/2 years, Isobelle; daughter Lynn; sons LeRoy and
Robert (Sandy); sister Judy (Bob); sisters-in-law Ruth and Joyce;
brother-in-law George; as well as five grandchildren and seven
great-grandchildren. Roy was born on August 6, 1922. He lived and was
educated in the Elmwood area. Roy joined the No. 1 Motor Ambulance Convoy in
1939 and was there until 1946. He worked for C.N.R. from 1948 to 1952. He
then went transport trucking across Canada and the United States, where he
was very proud of never having been in an accident. In 1964 Roy started
working for Arnie's Welding, where he remained until his retirement. Roy was
a Ham Operator for many years. He was a 'go-between' during the Falcon Island
War. He communicated with Spaceship Columbia, and was known as 'Santa Claus'
for many years. He had communicated with 350 countries, the last one being a
small island of Rodriguis. Roy loved his sports. Curling, bowling, golfing,
he was good at it all. He was a true friend to everyone and was loved by all.
He will be deeply missed. The family would like to express their appreciation
to the staff of both Home Care and the Riverview Health Centre for the warmth
and compassionate care they provided for Roy during his illness. In lieu of
flowers, donations may be made in Roy's memory to the Liver Foundation. At
Roy's wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no service. A
family gathering will be held at a later date.
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DOUG FYSH - VE4JP
August 30th, 2010
DOUGLAS
OSWALD BAINES FYSH February 6, 1922 - August 30, 2010 Our beloved dad,
grandpa and great-grandpa passed away peacefully at the Strathmore
Hospital surrounded by the love of his family. Doug left this world to
go meet the Lord Jesus in heaven and his beautiful wife Marina (nee Van
der Raadt) who predeceased him on March 21, 1977. Doug never remarried
after Marina left as she was the only woman he could ever give his
heart and love as deeply as he did. In the past two years, Doug and his
youngest daughter Lois joined part of his family in Alberta. In the
last year of his life, his daughter Linda (Laddie) opened their home to
Doug. Doug is also remembered by his children, John Hood-Fysh
(Francey), Linda Pokornik (Laddie), Katy Watkins (Stuart), his youngest
daughter Lois Fysh and his sister Betty Welgan (Ron). The
grandchildren, Cindy Blumhagen (Warren), Barb Bauer (Sean), Julie
Lamacraft (Andrew), Jennifer Gregor (Mike), Tony Pokornik and Kyle Fysh
are going to miss their grandpa and his stories. The
great-grand-children, Brett, Braden, Alanna, Kaitlyn and Hunter are
also going to miss great-grandpa's endless humour and jokes, as well as
all his stories and history that he shared (and still wanted to share).
Doug was a Second World War veteran and an avid amateur radio operator.
His call signs were VE6 DOF, VA6 DOF and the much-loved VE4JP (Julia
Papa). Our dad, grandpa and great-grandpa is now a silent key in heaven
next to Marina. Doug will be cremated and then laid to rest next to his
beloved Marina in Winnipeg. A celebration of his life will be held in
Strathmore where we can all say 88 Hugs Kisses . To send condolences
please visit www.wheatlandfuneralhome.ca WHEATLAND FUNERAL HOME LTD.
(Strathmore) in care of arrangements. 403-934-5666
LARRY
TOMS - ex VE4VX
December
9th, 2009
Larry
Arthur Toms, 58, 1951
- 2009 Pensacola,
Florida, passed away on Wednesday, December 9, 2009 due to an aortic
dissection.
Born
in Gander, Newfoundland, Canada, he was the son of Arthur W. Toms and
Elizabeth Mina Toms (nee March) and spent his early childhood to
teenage years in La Scie, Newfoundland. He started his career in radio
communications, navigation and telemetry with the Canadian Marconi
Company. From Marconi, he joined Adga Inc, initially as a radio
specialist for Hydro Quebec, and subsequently as a ground science
office for the National Research Council Canada's rocket range at
Churchill, Manitoba and the high altitude balloon launch at Gimli,
Manitoba. In 1980, his success led him to the Canadian Pacific Railway
in Montreal, Quebec where he replaced outdated software with a number
of expert systems that were to become the first expert systems to be
used by a corporation in its daily operations. In 1987, he left CPR to
pursue continued development and marketing of the novel Locomotive Oil
Analysis Expert System, working both independently and for GasTOPS Ltd.
The culmination of this innovative work was published in his book,
Machine Oil Analysis: Methods, Automation and Benefits, now an industry
reference book in its third edition. In addition to this text, he
developed a training program including videos which he delivered to a
number of Fortune 500 companies. In more recent years, he established
with his wife, Allison, Lubrication and Fluid Power, Inc. which
published the technical Lubrication and Fluid Power Journal as well as
continued to build new knowledge bases primarily for the support of
engine maintenance.
In
addition, to his active, productive and innovative work life, Larry
enjoyed private life with family and friends. He was an avid musician
who taught himself to play bass at an early age and the passion for
music continued throughout his life. He enjoyed working with his hands
- from designing and building replicas of guns and boats for his sons,
to fine carpentry projects at home. Always a problem solver with
inventive solutions, his most recent project was an off-grid solar
photovoltaic and hot water system to power his home.
Larry is survived by his wife, Allison Toms; son, Eric (SSGT USMC ret.)
and his wife, Devin (Springfield, Tennessee); son, Christopher (Sgt.
USMC) (Bristow, Virginia); his mother, Elizabeth (Victoria, British
Columbia); twin brother, Maxwell and his wife, Sandra (Carleton Place,
Ontario); sister, Karen and her husband, David Wright (Victoria,
British Columbia);and sister, Elaine (Halifax, Nova Scotia) as well as
an extended family and numerous friends in both Canada and the United
States. He was deceased by his daughter, Carolyn and his father, Arthur.
There will be a memorial service, on Saturday, December 12, 2009, at
2:00 pm in the Faith Chapel Funeral Home, 100 Beverly Parkway,
Pensacola.
FAITH CHAPEL FUNERAL HOME SOUTH, 100 Beverly Parkway, is in charge of
arrangements.
Condolences may be placed online at fcfhs.com
Published in Pensacola News Journal on December 11, 2009
KEN HOUSTON - VE4KGH
August 6th, 2010
KEN
HOUSTON It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden and
unexpected passing of Ken Houston on August 6, 2010, age 56. Ken was
predeceased by his father Ron and brother Brian. He leaves to mourn his
loving family: mother Mary, daughter Jennifer (Hendrik), precious
grandson Connor and grandchild to be, sister Kathy (Terrence),
sister-in-law Cindy, special friend Irene, special uncles Bob Young,
Ray (Pat) Young, brother Jim (Katie), nieces and nephews, friends and
co-workers. Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, August 15, 2010
at 11:00 a.m. at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main St. In lieu of
flowers, donations may be made to The War Amps in memory of Ken by
visiting www.waramps.ca or
by calling 1-800-250-3030. CROPO FUNERAL CHAPEL 586-8044
FRANK
SHAW - VE4PAW
July 1st, 2010
FRANK
SAMUEL SHAW August 30, 1937 - July 1, 2010 Peacefully, after a
year-long battle
with cancer and in the company of family, Frank passed away on July 1,
2010 in
Teulon, MB. Frank is lovingly remembered by his children Craig (Pam)
and
Christine; his grandchildren Erin, Brenna and Caitlyn; his granddog
Jasper, and
his cherished puppy poo', Patches. Also left to remember are his sister
Phoebe
(John) Sigurdson, nieces Donna (Jim) Fowler and Diane (David) Stariha,
and
nephew David (Janice) Sigurdson; grandnieces and nephews, and many
cousins.
Frank was predeceased by his parents, Sam and Phyllis (nee Coote), and
his twin
brother David, who passed away shortly after their birth. Frank enjoyed
the
simple things in life - hunting, fishing, canoeing, and spending time
outside
whenever possible. He was an incredibly strong man who never wanted to
be a
bother to anyone. Frank was old-fashioned in most things, except his
embracing of
technology, especially computers and cell phones. He became a master
texter' as
a means of keeping in touch with his children and friends. He was a
handyman
and a ham radio operator for many years. He had a real sweet tooth, and
never
met a lemon meringue pie he didn't like. He didn't always express
himself fully
in words, but his deeds spoke volumes. He was always there for his
children in
their times of need. We wish to express our heartfelt gratitude to the
staff at
Teulon Hunter Memorial Hospital for the care and compassion they showed
our Dad
during his final days. The tenderness and respect you gave to Frank
will be
remembered always. In accordance with Frank's wishes, cremation has
taken
place. A private gathering in celebration of Frank's life will be held
at a
later date. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made
to the
CancerCare Manitoba Foundation, 1109 - 675 McDermot Ave., Winnipeg, MB
R3E 0V9.
JIM
HOLIDAY - VE4JCH
May 25th, 2010
James,
beloved husband of the late Mary Holiday, passed away on May 25, 2010
at the age of 77 years in Winnipeg. In accordance with his wishes,
cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held
Wednesday, June 2 at 11:00 a.m. at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main
Street. 586-8044
ALEXANDER
PARKINSON - VE4APN
May 7th, 2010
ALEXANDER
PARKINSON (ERB) 1943 2010 On May 7,
Alexander (Rex) died peacefully at the Grace General Hospital in
Winnipeg. Rex
is survived by his siblings Ray Erb (Arlene) and Ron Erb and his niece
Tracy;
nephews Christopher and Craig. At Rex's request, he has been cremated
without
ceremony and his ashes will be spread. VE4APN SK
WALLY
WINTERS - VE4ACY
May 12th, 2010
WALTER
ERNEST WINTERS VE4ACY January 1, 1935 - May 12,2010 It is with great
sadness
that we announce the sudden passing of our dear husband, father,
grandfather,
great-grandfather Walter Winters on May 12, 2010 at the St. Boniface
Hospital
at the age of 75 years. Wally was predeceased by his father Harry,
mother Edna,
brother Dave and sister Dorothy. Wally was born January 1, 1935 in
Winnipeg,
Manitoba. Remaining to forever cherish Wally's memory are his loving
wife
Mattie, they would have celebrated their 51st anniversary on May 23,
2010. His
daughters Brenda (Wayne), Linda (Andy), son Walter Jr., granddaughter
Colleen
(Darryl), stepgrandsons Nelson (Michelle), Wade (Mellisa),
great-grandson
Braiden, stepgreat-grandson Drew. Wally as a youngster growing up spent
most of
his time at the local community club in Brooklands. His favourite
sporting interests
were hockey, baseball and soccer. In the early 1950s Wally was hired on
by the
CPR on Locomotive 2362 as a fireman. Later Wally went to work for the
City Of
Winnipeg Fire Department in 1956. Wally served the Winnipeg Fire
Department for
33 years and five months, retiring April 22,1989 as senior fire
prevention
officer. After a short retirement, Wally went to work for the Corps Of
Commissionaires for 20 years. Many of Wally's hobbies and
accomplishments were,
being involved in the Pipe Band Circles for approximately 58 years.
Pipe bands
he played with in the past starting from the year 1947 up to the
present time
are as follows: Queens Own Cameron Highlanders, Cadets, Queens Own
Highlanders
(reserve), 402 Air Reserve Squadron, Pipes and Drums (reserve), City Of
Transcona Pipes and Drums (Civilian), Khartum Pipe Drums. The greatest
part of
his career was being a volunteer instructor teaching and working with
the
younger generation, children and teenagers, teaching them Highland
Drumming
both in the military and civilian pipe bands as follows: City Of
Transcona
Pipes Drums (Civilian), HMCS crusade cadets, 177TCA Air Cadets, Heather
Girls
Pipes Drums (during the 1950s). He was also presented with the Canada
125th
Commemorative Medal for outstanding community involvement, also
presented with
the Navy League Of Canada award of appreciation (under the patronage of
Her
Majesty the Queen). Wally also was a life member of the Royal Canadian
Elmwood
Legion #9, and a member of the Grand Lodge Of Manitoba, he volunteered
at the
Winnipeg Humane Society, and was self taught the morse code and Ham
radio. Our
family would like to extend a special thank you to the nurses and
doctors at
the VGH emergency Dept., and the St. Boniface Hospital emergency Dept,
and MICU
for the kind and compassionate care. Respecting Wally's wishes
cremation has
taken place. A celebration of Wally's life will be held on Tuesday, May
18,
2010 at the Elmwood Legion #9, 920 Narin Ave. at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of
flowers
donations may be made in Wally's name to the Humane Society or the
Heart and
Stroke Foundation. Forever in our hearts Forever in our thoughts Til we
meet
again. Funeral Arrangements in care of: WHEELER FUNERAL CHAPEL 211
REGENT
AVENUE, WEST(AT BOND ST.) 224-1525
BOB TINKLER -
VE4TX
January 21st, 2010
ROBERT (BOB) FREDERICK TINKLER
(VE4TX) It is with great sadness we
announce the passing of Robert (Bob) Tinkler on January 21, 2010, at
Concordia Hospital with his family at his side. He is survived by
Evelyn, his wife of 63 years, and daughters Marilyn (Ed Sloane), Cathy
(Greg Sneyd) and Bev (Dan Paukovic); grandchildren Graeme (Karen)
Sloane, Devon Sloane, Jackie Sneyd, Robyn (Ryan) Jensen, Mathew Sneyd,
Lauren and Jason Paukovic; his pride and joy, great-granddaughter
Makenzie Sloane, three and one half weeks old; and brothers Ed and
Brian (Bev) and families. Bob was born February 9, 1921 in the West End
of Winnipeg. He attended Isaac Brock and Daniel McIntyre Schools. He
began his career with Manitoba Telephone System (MTS) on March 1, 1940.
He began as an apprentice in the Shop Department, moving to the City
Plant where he left to join the R.C.A.F. (Second World War) as a Radio
Tech, May 2, 1941. He spent four and one half years overseas in North
Africa, Cyprus and Palestine. He rejoined MTS after the war in 1945 and
spent a total of 43 years in the Plant and Engineering departments,
retiring in 1983 as Director of Operations. Bob was a member of the
Telephone Pioneers of America, a Life Member (58 years) and Past
Section Chair (1952 to 1953) of The Institute of Electrical and
Electronics Engineers (IEEE), Fort Rouge Legion, Air Force Association
(500 Wing), Past President of the Kiwanis Club of South Winnipeg,
Winnipeg Amateur Radio Club, Manitoba Repeater Society, Winfall Seniors
Group - Whiteshell and Churchill Park United Church. Dad had many
hobbies some of which were his wonderful ability to build and create
anything that was asked of him. He built the family cottage at Star
Lake in the Whiteshell where he and Eve and family spent many happy
summers for the past 54 years. He was an active Amateur Radio Operator,
VE4TX, loved to wood carve, silver smith, fish and hunt, play with his
computer - lovingly referred to by Karen as hi tech Grandpa , and
traveled for many winters to Mesa, Arizona and then Oosoyos, BC. Dad
was well respected by friends and colleagues and was a mentor to many -
one of a kind . He will be dearly missed. The family wishes to thank
friends and neighbours for their kindness during Dad's recent
hospitalization. Thanks also to the Staff of 2 NE at Concordia Hospital
for providing such comfort and compassion to Dad during his
hospitalization and who cared so much for him and our family. We truly
appreciate your dedication to your patients! Cremation has taken place.
A celebration of Bob's life will take place on Saturday, January 30,
2010 at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home, 4000 Portage Avenue at 3:00 p.m. In
lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Lung Association of
Manitoba, 629 McDermot Ave., Winnipeg, MB 774-5501; Canadian Cancer
Society, Manitoba Division, 193 Sherbrook Ave., Winnipeg, MB 774-7483
or a charity of your choice. To love a Dad and then to part Is the
greatest trial of the human heart. A cherished smile, a heart of gold
To the dearest Dad and Grandpa the world could hold. Happy memories,
fond and true, From us who thought the world of you. Beautiful memories
are treasured ever, Of happy days when we were together. With aching
hearts, we whisper low, God Bless You, Dad and Grandpa. Rest in Peace.
We love you so. Chapel Lawn 885-9715
GARY BARBOUR
- VE4KGB
December 15th, 2009
KENNETH (GARY) GARFIELD BARBOUR
Peacefully, on Tuesday, December 15, 2009 at the age of 72 years, Gary
passed away at the Gimli Community Health Centre. Gary will be sadly
missed by his loving wife of 50 years Lynne; daughter Nikki; son Rory;
grandchildren Christine, Erin, Jordan and Micheal. Also mourning his
loss are his brother Wayne (Sandra); Gary's niece Shanon; nephew Chris;
his many friends as well as the Ham radio community. Gary was
predeceased by his son Kenneth Barbour; parents Andrew and Vera
Barbour; in-laws Stoney and Jean Eliasson and brother-in-law Wayne
Eliasson. Gary was born on March 5, 1937, and raised in Winnipeg. For
the past 13 years he made his home in Whytewold, Manitoba. Gary's
greatest passion in life other than his family was his love of
travelling over the airways on his Ham radio. He has achieved many
communication awards from being able to communicate all over the world
and his greatest Ham radio achievement was his contact with the NASA
space station. The family would like to thank all the staff at the
Gimli Hospital for all their support, it was greatly appreciated. In
lieu of flowers donations may be made in Gary's name to the Heart and
Stroke Foundation, 6 Donald St., Winnipeg, MB, R3L 0K6. As per Gary's
wishes cremation has taken place and there will be no memorial service.
Gilbart Funeral Home, Gimli in care of arrangements.
JOHN WESTDAL
- VE4JAW
December 04, 2009
JOHN ARTHUR SWAIN WESTDAL It is with
thankfulness for an incredible life that we announce the passing of a
wonderful son, husband, brother, father, afi, and dear friend to many
on Friday, December 4, 2009. John leaves to cherish his memory his
mother Evelyn, his wife Heather, his siblings Harold (Heather), Barb
(Alan), his children Tanis (Rodney), David (Sarah), Paul (Jen),
grand-children Christopher, Charlotte, Robertson, and Veronica. He will
be fondly remembered by his uncle and aunt as well as his many cousins,
nieces and nephews. An incredible man with an interest in everyone's
story, John's friendship will be treasured by the many people he has
met throughout his life. John was born on February 17, 1944 at the
Winnipeg General Hospital to loving parents Jack and Evelyn. Jack
brought his young family to Elk Lake on Vancouver Island where he flew
for the R.C.A.F. After the war his father's career as a bush pilot took
John to The Pas, with summers spent at Norway House. He spent his youth
in Swan River and Neepawa and returned to graduate from Kelvin High
School in Winnipeg in 1962. John attended and graduated from the
University of Manitoba in the Faculty of Engineering. It was during his
studies that he met the love of his life, Heather Robertson as they
carpooled to and from university together. John would take Heather on
dates flying in a Piper Colt. John and Heather were married on August
5, 1967. Following their marriage, John continued his studies at the
University of Manitoba, completing his Masters degree in control
systems engineering in 1969. Schooling complete, John and his young
bride decided on a new adventure and working for C.U.S.O. they
travelled together to Tanzania, where he taught at the Dar es Salaam
Technical College. Time in Dar was filled with new-found friendships,
sailing on the Indian Ocean and travelling around the country by
motorbike. After the birth of their first child Tanis, John and Heather
returned to Canada, settling in Pinawa, Manitoba where John worked at
AECL. Their family continued to grow with the birth of two sons, David
and Paul. John shared many gifts with his family, including his love of
the outdoors, teaching his children how to sail, ski, canoe and camp.
John loved life in Pinawa, where he formed life-long friendships
cultivating his interests in bridge, ham radio, sailing, and
bee-keeping. He was quick to volunteer in the community, particularly
with the Trans-Canada Trail and radio-work at triathlons and
cross-country skiing events. After early retirement from AECL, John's
consulting work allowed for winters spent on the water. John and
Heather shared many sailing adventures in the Florida Keys, including a
crossing to the Bahamas on their boat Freyja. They shared dry land
adventures as well, cycling the east coast of Canada, hiking Scotland
and travelling to Mexico and Iceland. John loved learning through
books, people and life-experience. While loathe to give advice, when
asked, he would share his knowledge in his typical easy-going manner.
John was a thoughtful, strong and wise man who loved deeply. His house
was always open for a visit from friends and family. He loved spending
time with his grandchildren, taking them to the conservatory in
Winnipeg, or along the river trail to Book Break in Pinawa. Plainly
stated, John was a good man and will be missed by all who knew him.
Funeral services will be held at the Pinawa Lutheran Church on
Wednesday, December 9 at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be
made to the Manitoba Recreational Trails Association or the St.
Boniface Hospital Research Foundation. SOBERING FUNERAL CHAPEL
CREMATORIUM, Beausejour 268-3510 or MB toll free 1-877-776-2220
NICHOLAS LEONE - VE4NAL
October 22nd, 2009
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NICHOLAS
ANTHONY LEONE It is with sad hearts that we announce the passing of our
dear Dad and Papa, on Thursday, October 22, 2009, at the age of 86
years. Remaining to forever cherish Nick's memory are his sons Philip
(Lesley) and Nicholas (Michelle); daughters Niki (Richard), Colleen
(Rob), Sheree (Bill); nine grandchildren, Richard, Philip, Kathryn,
Melissa, Rachel, Abigail, Benjamin, Ryan and Olivia. He was predeceased
by his beloved wife Adele and his parents Filipo and Rosina Leone Our
Dad was an old fashioned kind of guy and married an old fashioned kind
of girl. His great passions in life were his beautiful, loving and very
smart Adele, his children and grandchildren, his work and his never
ending thirst for knowledge and its practical application! Dad did all
the middle class things that are the heart and soul of our family, our
society and our country. He grew up speaking two languages, graduated
from high school, went to war while still a boy, was married to the
same girl for 60 years, worked 30 years for the same company and
brought home his pay cheque every two weeks and gave it to Mum! Dad was
the head of his union and worked hard for the rights of people who
built things and fixed things and worked shifts, because, they were
very important people. Dad made incredible things like beautiful wooden
boats, collapsible house trailers, arc welders, a small gas turbine
(honestly, Philip watched him machine it on his lathe), extra bedrooms
and bathrooms, fences, driveways, garages, a 30 foot welded aluminum TV
tower, tree houses, card board forts and even a vegetable garden with
Grandpa (and lots of other cool stuff from Popular Mechanics). Dad
could fix everything from a toaster, to a TV, to a Ford, to a DC-3 or a
747 and when we were kids Dad was sent to far off places like
Saskatoon, Regina, Calgary and Vancouver to get airplanes back into the
air! He spent 30 hard working years with Air Canada. He met many
lifelong friends there, many of whom he still kept in touch with to
this day. Dad could talk about anything: politics, religion, history,
mechanics, electronics, sport, because he knew his onions! He always
stood his ground, that's how he was made! Dad also enjoyed 30 years of
retirement with Mom. They made many trips to Florida in the winter and
thoroughly enjoyed their summers at West Hawk Lake. Lifelong
friendships were made there as well, as were many beautiful and happy
memories. Dad was a proud man right until the end. He made a promise to
Mom that they would stay in their home until their time here was done,
and he was successful in keeping that promise. Dad has taught us that
determination and spirit will never fail you. God bless Dad for his
obstinate position on those things that really mattered to him, his
toughness, his resilience and his great passion and love for his
family. Dad has much to be proud of and we all take pride and comfort
in his accomplishments, his life and finally, his peaceful end. Dad
will be missed by many, and especially by his two special companions,
Buddy and Percy. They owe their lives to Dad, and part of his to them.
In his last hours, all he wanted was to make sure they would find a
good home. Dad, we will not let you down. We know you are at peace and
we know you are with Mom. We know your souls needed to be together
again. We miss you more than words can say, but we will see you again
one day. As we said, only nine short months ago to Mom, we will not say
good bye, we will only say so long. We love you Dad. Bless your heart
and thank you from the bottom of ours. We are better people because you
were our Dad. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Wednesday,
October 28, 2009 at 10:30 a.m. in the St. Paul the Apostle Roman
Catholic Church, 2400 Portage Avenue, with Rev. Fr. Mark Tarrant,
presiding. The family would like to thank Father Mark of St. Paul's,
Dr. Schellenberg for his care of Dad over the years and Dr. Allback
most recently. Thanks also to the WRHA Home Care and Drake Medox staff.
Special thanks and love go to Janice Youmans for the never ending care,
love and devotion you gave to Dad and to Mom. You are truly an angel on
earth. You became part of our family and so you will remain. Also to
Pierrette, your presence in Dad's last few days made our last journey
with him so much easier. You too are our family and we will never be
able to thank you enough. Donations in Dad's memory can be made to the
Paddock House, Integra Support Services Ltd.,Unit 2 - 745 Vanalman
Avenue, Victoria, BC V8Z 3B6. They will be used to assist his dear
Granddaughter Melissa. HE'LL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED He'll always be
remembered as a man, both strong and good. Who gave his best for others
and who did the best he could. He'll always be remembered for all the
joy he brought. As a man who made a difference and a man who meant a
lot.
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TOM HIGGINS -
VE4ZV
August 15th, 2009
THOMAS HITCHON HIGGINS Thomas Hitchon
Higgins of Gunton, Manitoba passed away suddenly on Saturday, August
15, 2009. A former manager for the Canadian Standards Association, Tom
Higgins was highly regarded for his charitable work in the community.
Survived by his loving sister Jane and her family, as well as his best
friend Ellie. For funeral arrangements, please call MacKenzie Funeral
Home at 467-2525.
HAROLD
PENGELLY
- VE4HP
October 15th, 2009
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HAROLD
PENGELLY It is with great sadness that the family announces the
peaceful passing of Harold Jason Pengelly on Thursday, October 15,
2009. Remaining to cherish Harold's memory are his wife Pauline Joyce;
daughter Penny (Rick); son Richard (Kathleen); and grandchildren,
Ricky, Alivia, Bianca and Dalsin. He was predeceased by his son Barry
Allan. Harold was born on January 19, 1927 in Vancouver, BC. He farmed
for several years in Melfort, SK, but then attended Radio College in
Montreal. Harold was employed with the Department of Communications for
over 25 years. He was stationed in Churchill, MB where he was
instrumental in the erection of the Ionosphere Station. He was also
stationed in Melville, Regina, Saskatoon and then Winnipeg. After
retirement Harold enjoyed ham radio, but most of all he loved his
family and friends. Harold's memorial service will be held on Tuesday,
October 20, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. in the Messiah Lutheran Church, 400
Rouge Road. The family wishes to acknowledge the care and compassion
provided by the staff at Oakview Place. In lieu of flowers, please
consider a donation to CancerCare Manitoba, 675 McDermot Avenue,
Winnipeg, MB R3E 0V9 or a charity of your choice.
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FRANK LAYE - VE4ZN
October 18th, 2009
FRANK E. LAY VE4 ZN October 8, 1929 -
October 18, 2009 It is with heavy
hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Frank Lay, on Sunday,
October 18. Frank is survived by his beloved wife, Lorraine, sons
Norman (Sharon), Brian (Jill), and Gordon (Helen); grandchildren,
Rachel, Morgan, Robyn, Jeffrey, Michael and Jackson; sister Joyce
Cameron. Also left to mourn are Lorraine's children, Heidi (Wade), Mark
(Tania) and grandchildren, Brennan, Jayden, Paul and Andrew. Remembered
also by cousin Alice Reid and family. During his career Frank held
several senior positions with Transport Canada. He began in Winnipeg as
Superintendent, Maintenance and Operations Division. He was promoted to
Chief of the Division in Ottawa. While there he was appointed Director
of Telecommunications Bureau and in this role traveled to many parts of
the world. His career took him back to Winnipeg as Administrator,
Central Region. He remained in this position until his retirement in
1985. Frank's retirement years were filled with the activities he loved
most. He was an avid golfer, winning many tournaments in the Senior
Division. His HAM radio was never far from his side and he will be
sadly missed by his radio friends. He and Lorraine traveled
extensively, including their yearly winter vacations in Florida. Frank
lived his life to the fullest! A celebration of his life will be held
on Friday, October 23 at 11:00 a.m. at the Selkirk Golf and Country
Club , 100 Sutherland Ave. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to
the Heart and Stroke Foundation or a charity of one's choice. Gilbart
Funeral Home, Selkirk in care of arrangements.
GEORGE FORSYTH - VE4GJF
October 11th, 2009
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GEORGE
JAMES FORSYTH With sorrow, we announce the passing of George on October
11, 2009 at Seven Oaks Hospital at the age of 86. Left to cherish his
memory are daughters Carrie (Walter) Kolisnyk and Janice (Rick)
Heetebrij; son Ross (Sandy) Forsyth; and grandchildren Tara, Michael,
Shaina; Nicole, Natalie, Kristy; Lynn, Graham, and Clark; four
great-grandchildren; and sister-in-law Brenda Ellis of Neepawa,
Manitoba. George was predeceased in January by his wife Nina (nee
Ellis) of 58 years, brother Murray Church, and sister-in-law Doris
Church. George was born on August 30, 1923 in Dauphin, Manitoba to
Alexander and Myrtle Forsyth (nee Hutchinson). He spent most of his
formative years in Winnipeg until he left to join the R.C.A.F. During
the Second World War he was stationed as a medic in Teslin, Yukon. Dad
and Mom were married on October 28, 1950 in Neepawa, Manitoba. They
lived and worked throughout Manitoba, retiring to Vancouver Island in
1978. Being prairie people at heart, they returned to Winnipeg in 1991.
Dad was an eternal optimist, a consummate story teller, and life long
learner. Some of his greatest joys were socializing, food, dogs,
fishing, humour, and family. Dad was a proud grandfather and
great-grandfather. The family would like to extend a thank you to all
who helped and cared for Dad. A memorial service will be held Friday,
October 16th at 2:00 p.m. at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main Street.
CROPO FUNERAL CHAPEL 586-8044
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TOM PREST - VE4MY
October 11th, 2009
TOM
ALBERT PREST Tom Albert Prest, a resident of
Devonshire Village in Edmonton, passed away peacefully at the
Misericordia
Hospital on October 11, 2009 at the age of 95. Tom had moved from
Winnipeg, his
long time residence, five years earlier. Tom was predeceased by his
loving wife
Margaret in 2003, his son Robert in 1953, and his three brothers
William, James
and Robert. He will be sadly missed by his four surviving children Bill
(Claire) of Toronto, Doug of Guelph, Larry (Joanne) of Vancouver,
Barbara
(Arthur) of Edmonton, ten grandchildren, and many relatives throughout
Canada.
Tom was born in Goderich, ON on December 19, 1913, the eldest of four
sons of
Thomas Linwood and Helen Irene Prest (nee Shephard). Tom's family moved
to
Saskatchewan in 1919 and he graduated from Edam High School. Tom's
fascination
with electronics led to him being licensed as one of Canada's first
Amateur
Radio operators in 1933. This led to Tom joining the Royal Canadian Air
Force
in September 1939 as a Wireless Electrical Mechanic. He was quickly
transferred
to England with No. 110 Squadron (later designated No. 400) and served
actively
in London and southern England during the Battle of Britain. In 1943 he
helped in
the formation of No. 433 Squadron (a Halifax Bomber unit) where he
assumed the
responsibility for all airborne communications. He returned to Canada
in 1945
and chose to stay with the Air Force where he served in many
communications and
radar capacities, including several NORAD radar stations throughout
Eastern
Canada. After a long and distinguished career Tom was honourably
discharged
from the Air Force in 1965, and moved with his family to Winnipeg.
Tom's second
career started that same year when he joined the CBC, where he remained
until
his retirement in 1978 at the age of 65. Soon after the war Tom met
Margaret
(Peggy) Parker of Winnipeg and they were married on November 15, 1947.
From
1948 to 1960 Tom and Peggy had five children. Tom was a very proud and
devoted
father, and his children will always remember his interest, help and
patience
throughout their childhoods. Tom loved the summer cottage he built with
his
family at Minaki, ON, and Tom and Peggy spent every summer there up
until her
death in 2003. Tom moved to Edmonton in 2004 to be closer to his
daughter
Barbara. A service will be held for Tom in the chapel of Devonshire
Village,
1718 Rabbit Hill Road, Edmonton on Saturday, October 17 at 2:30 p.m.
Presiding
over the service will be the Venerable Michael Sung and Reverend
Jonathan
Connell of Holy Trinity Riverbend Church. The family has plans for a
formal
interment in Winnipeg at a future date to be announced. The family
wishes to
thank the staff at the Misericordia Hospital for their kind,
compassionate and
attentive care shown toward Tom during his stay there. The family would
also
like to thank the staff and residents of the Devonshire Village for the
past
five years of involvement in Tom's life.
WALLACE EDGAR CLARK - VE4WJ
July 5th, 2009
WALLACE
EDGAR CLARK December 13, 1918 July 5, 2009 Surrounded by his loving
family, Wallace Clark passed away on July 5, 2009 at Tiger Hills Health
Centre in Treherne, Manitoba at the age of 90 years. Left to mourn his
loss are his loving wife of 63 years, Emma (Telford); three sons, David
(Morlyne), Donald (Sandra) and Charles (Laurel); eight grandchildren,
Bruce (Cheryl), Sharon, Trevor, Alain (Charlene), Stephen (Rachel),
Jeanette, Raymond, and Michael (Cheryl); two great-grandchildren, Colin
and Emily. He is survived by his sister Vera Glawson of Brandon;
brothers Lorne (Jessie) of Carberry and Gordon (Evelyn) of Treherne;
numerous nieces and nephews. Dad was born at Somerset, Manitoba
and spent his boyhood years on the farm homesteaded by his grandfather.
He received his early education at Harmer School,
a one room building near the farm. He completed high school by
correspondence and graduated from the University of Manitoba
with a Diploma in Agriculture in 1938. As Canada entered the Second
World War, Dad responded to his need to help by enlisting in the Royal
Canadian Air Force. He completed basic training as a Wireless
Air Gunner and began his service at various military bases in Canada.
Following a few perilous trans-Atlantic flights to deliver bombers from
Dorval, Quebec
to overseas bases, Dad received a promotion to the rank of Flight
Lieutenant and a posting to London,
England
where he remained until the end of the war. It was while Dad was
stationed at Dorval
that he and Mother met and fell in love. In 1945 the war ended and Dad
requested a discharge from military service. He and Mother were married
in Montreal and set out to Manitoba to
begin their lives and raise their family. Dad was a successful farmer
and put his natural abilities and University training to good use.
After his retirement from farming, Dad spent many years in the grain
buying industry, general insurance, real estate and appraisal business
and earned his CRA (certified residential appraiser) accreditation in
1980. During his twenty years as a hail adjuster for Co-op Insurance,
he took great delight in travelling throughout the Prairie Provinces and talking to the
many farmers he met along the way. Always a strong supporter of his
community he spent many years throughout his life serving on the board
of directors of many organizations including Swan Lake Hospital,
Norquay School, Treherne United Church and Treherne Co-op. As a member
of the Legion, he served on the board of directors of Legion Lodge Inc.
He was very proud of his long membership in the Masonic fraternity and
the Order of the Eastern Star. Two weeks ago he was especially pleased
to receive his 60 year Masonic bar. The respect Dad earned by the
manner in which he conducted his life is reflected in his numerous
friends. The family is grateful to those generous and caring people who
graciously provided so much of their time and support over the years.
Funeral Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 9, 2009 at Treherne United
Church, Treherne,
MB, with interment to follow at Beaconsfield Cemetery. If friends so wish, in
lieu of flowers donations may be made to a charity of their choice. On
line condolences may be made at www.budz.ca
Arrangements entrusted to Budz Funeral Service of Holland, Manitoba,
204-526-2380, 1-866-526-2606. www.budz.ca
SANDY MILNE - VE4TEL
June 30th, 2009
ALEXANDER (SANDY) J. MILNE May 23,
1951 - June 30, 2009 On Tuesday,
June 30, 2009, Sandy, after a short illness, passed away with his wife,
partner and life long friend at his side. Sandy was predeceased by his
parents Alex and Betty Milne and is missed terribly by his wife Kim,
son Alex and partner Sandy, step-son Jason, his beloved grandson AJ and
AJ's mother Farran, sisters Margie and Marlene, brother-in-law Ross and
sister and brother-in-law Kathy and Wayne and many nieces and nephews,
great-nieces and nephews and four-legged friend Duke. Sandy retired
from MTS in 2005 and pursued his other passions of photography, nature,
wildlife and all things scientific. He was an avid follower of outer
space and the space program and enjoyed being outside at night watching
space shuttles, space stations, and other celestial objects passing
through our skies. Sandy was a HAM radio operator and spent many
pleasant hours chatting to folks or listening to the nets especially
when we were at our cottage at Rice Lake in Ontario. Sandy loved our
cottage and spent as much time as possible there, boating, fishing,
wildlife spotting and just sitting listening to the wind in the trees.
Sandy took up the game of darts in recent years, joining two leagues
passing the winters in this activity and making many new friends. At
Sandy's request cremation has taken place and there will be no formal
services. For those so inclined, Sandy's favourite charities were Polar
Bears International, 550-5 Donald St. R3L 2G4 and CancerCare Manitoba
Foundation, 675 McDermot Ave. R3E 0V9
DR. JOHN LEROY AGAR VE4EI
June 28th, 2009
DR.
JOHN LEROY AGAR, D.V.M.; M.V.Sc. January 7, 1929 - June 28, 2009 John
was a
small town boy his whole life. Many of the talents he acquired were
nurtured in
the town of Acton, Ontario where he grew up. John played trumpet in the
Acton
Legion Band that performed across southern Ontario and won prizes at
the
Toronto Exhibition. This talent helped finance his university
education. Honing
his skills on the trumpet remained a life long passion. Summers spent
helping
with the harvest on his Uncle's farm at Kleinberg, Ontario fostered an
interest
in agriculture and lead John to pursue a Doctorate in Veterinary
Medicine at
the University of Guelph. On completion of his veterinary degree in
1954, John
headed west to work in Alberta. There he discovered the joys of trout
fishing
and caught the flying bug . He took flying lessons and eventually
joined the
R.C.A.F. As a flight lieutenant in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, he served
as a
flight instructor and saw the world with Transport Command (Trenton).
On
September 5, 1958, he married Helen Dolmage and they raised four great
children. Working as a veterinarian, John and his family lived in
various
locations including Mitchell, Ontario, Guelph, Ontario, Saskatoon,
Saskatchewan
and Abbotsford, British Columbia. Winnipeg, Manitoba, however, became
home.
John was a life long learner applying his boundless enthusiasm to a
wide array
of interests including: golf, fishing, hunting, camping, amateur
radio,
guitar, aircraft restoration, flying fixed wing aircraft and gliders,
winemaking,
Italian cooking and Linux software programming. John is lovingly
remembered by
his family: wife, Helen, of Winnipeg, Victoria and Bob of High River,
Alberta,
Cathy, Rod and Bonnie and Cheryl and Michael of Winnipeg. John's ten
grandchildren are Nicolas and Bentley Hunsberger, Mitchell, Samantha
and Tanner
Agar, Thomas and Emma Dunlop and Breeze, Autumn and Indi Agar. After a
long and
courageous struggle with pulmonary disease, John has moved on to
greener
pastures . Thanks to the staff on 5B and the Emergency department at
St.
Boniface Hospital. They are kind and thoughtful people who treated John
with
great respect. John loved his dogs and we know he would appreciate a
donation
in his memory to your local Humane Society. A Celebration of John's
life will
be held at Churchill Park United Church, 525 Beresford Avenue, Friday,
July 10,
2009. Service starting at 12:30 p.m. Luncheon to follow at 1:30 p.m.
ERN FLIGHT VE4FE
February 19, 2009
ERNEST MAXWELL FLIGHT VE4FE After a
two-year battle with cancer, Ern
passed away peacefully at Riverview Health Centre on February 19, 2009.
Ern was born in Pouch Cove Newfoundland, November 6, 1927. Upon leaving
school, he joined the Newfoundland Ranger Force, leaving that after
three years to join the Naval Air Branch of the Navy. Most of his
service years were spent in Shearwater, Nova Scotia. Ern retired from
the military service in 1976 in Winnipeg and took over the business of
the Winnipeg Garden Centre from his father-in-law, retiring from that
in 1988. He and his wife Dorothy moved to Comox, BC where they resided
for 14 years before returning to Winnipeg. Ern was an active member of
the Winnipeg Seniors Amateur Radio Club. Ern was predeceased by his
parents Ernest and Elsie (Noseworthy) Flight and sister Phyllis (Max)
Pennell. He is survived by wife Dorothy, son William (Sheila), daughter
Maxine (Will) Slota, sons Jim, Tom (Jennifer), David (Patricia), and
George (Wendy), grandchildren Robert (Sarah), Danial (Sarah), Benjamin,
Christopher, Phillip, Ian, Ryan and Kathryn, niece, nephews and cousins
and their extended families. At his request, no funeral service will be
held, but a reception celebrating his life is to be held at Glen Eden
Funeral Home, 4477 Main Street on February 24, 2009 between 7:00 and
9:30 p.m. His ashes will be scattered in Pouch Cove Newfoundland at a
later date. No flowers by request. Those wishing to make donations may
do so to Hospice and Palliative Care Manitoba or CancerCare Manitoba.
The family would like to extend thanks to Drs. Ogaranko, Daeninck, and
Wong, special nurse Olga and the staff on 3E Riverview Centre. Glen
Eden Funeral Home 338-7111
RUDY PETERS VE4RP
January 27, 2009
RUDOLPH (RUDY) PETERS The family
sadly announces the peaceful passing
of Rudolph (Rudy) Peters at Donwood Manor on Tuesday, January 27, 2009
at the age of 95 years. A Memorial Service will be held in the spring.
Longer obituary to appear at that time.
JIM MCMULLIN
VE4AJS
January 3, 2009
JAMES
A. MCMULLIN It is with sorrow that we announce the passing of James
McMullin, on Saturday, January 3, 2009. Jim was born in Winnipeg on
November 11, 1940. He was predeceased by his father James and mother
Jessie. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife Sharon; children,
Laurie (Lorry), James (Lisa), Robbie, Gary (Sue), Jenny (Ron);
grandchildren, Jamie, Janel, Denise, Kayla, Ryan, Emmy, Ronnie,
Garison; and his sisters, Joyce and Shirley; as well as, many nieces,
nephews and friends. Jim was raised and educated in Winnipeg, and
worked as a journeyman electrician on the DEW line, Health Sciences
Centre, microwave sites in Ontario, and Deer Lodge Hospital. After
taking courses in engineering he worked at the Winnipeg Art Gallery as
Chief Engineer until his retirement. Jim loved spending time outdoors,
camping and fishing all over Manitoba. He loved going to his cottage at
Winnipeg Beach, where he spent every summer since he was a boy. Jim
enjoyed talking to people all over the world on his HAM radio, reading,
and watching old westerns and war documentaries. Jim was a kind person
with a warm, wise, generous heart and a quick witted humour. The family
extends their thanks to all the staff at SOGH, who took such good care
of him over the years. Funeral service will be held at Mosaic Funeral
Chapel, 1839 Inkster Blvd. on Thursday, January 8, 2009 at 1:00 p.m.,
followed by a reception in the Mosaic Reception Lounge. Interment will
follow at Brookside Cemetery, 3001 Notre Dame. I'll meet you at the
pine tree, my best friend and soul mate. S.A.M. loves J.A.M. To place
online condolences or to light a memorial candle in James memory,
please log onto: www.mosaicfunerals.ca MOSAIC FUNERAL, CREMATION AND
CEMETERY SERVICES 1839 INKSTER BLVD. 275-5555
December 28, 2008
December 29, 2008
December 31, 2008
HENRY
BRIAND - VE4HCB
November 20, 2008
HENRY
(CHESTER) BRIAND February 15, 1928 - November 20, 2008 It is with
deep regret that we announce the passing of Henry on Thursday, November
20, 2008, after an extended period suffering with Alzheimer's; he will
be sadly missed. Remaining to forever cherish Henry's memory are his
loving wife and family who were by his side throughout his illness. He
was predeceased by his parents William and Martha (nee Dixon) as well
as numerous brothers and sisters. A private family ceremony took place
Tuesday, November 25, 2008 in the Chapel of Memories in Wojcik's
Funeral Chapel, 2157 Portage Avenue. The family would like to extend a
special thank you to Jack and Vivian Ingham for all their support and
kindness. Thank you to the staff at Seven Oaks Hospital and Charleswood
Care Home. Donations may be made in Henry's memory to the Alzheimer's
Society of Manitoba. We searched for you today, but no matter where we
looked we just couldn't find you. It brought back fears of the past few
years when you would go missing for hours, unable to remember where you
were. Once again we feared for your safety. Then reality set in and we
were reminded of that tragic day we found out the Lord called you home.
This dreadful disease that first robbed you of your mind then your
body, has now robbed me of my friend, my Husband, my children's Father,
their children's grandfather, their children's great-grandfather. No
longer are we able to share a visit nor a simple smile with you. Now we
are left with an emptiness that can never be filled. The only comfort
we have is knowing that your pain and suffering have ended. You will
forever live on in our memories and in our hearts. You are no longer
with us, but you will never be forgotten. Farewell - we miss you.
STANLEY PARRY
VE4WE
December 2nd, 2008
STANLEY
JOHN PARRY NOVEMBER 4, 1917 - DECEMBER 2, 2008 It is with great
sadness that we announce the passing of Stanley John Parry, 28 days
after celebrating his 91st birthday. Stan was predeceased by his wife
and soulmate of 62 years and by his cherished grandson (Saeed). He will
be dearly missed and lovingly remembered by his son and family in
Canada (David, Jean, Kimberley, Sheldon and Leigh Anne); by his
daughter and family in Australia (Susan, Habib, Anisa and Omer); and by
relatives and friends in Canada, England and Australia. Stan was born
in Manchester, England amid the Great War and served as an air gunner
and aircraft mechanic during the Second World War. After the war, he
brought his family to Canada where his aviation experience and
mechanical aptitude lead him to pursue a career in Aircraft Accident
Investigation and Aviation Safety with Transport Canada. Living in the
Maritimes, he became interested in sailing. He built a thunderbird
sailboat named Myst' and spent countless hours navigating on the waters
of the Atlantic Ocean. Stan will be remembered as a thoughtful,
gracious gentleman who loved to read books about complex scientific
subjects as much as he liked to use his hands to fix anything that
needed repairing. In keeping with his wishes, no service is being held.
A celebration of his life will be held by family following his final
launch by cremation. (Happy Sailing, Dad). THOMSON FUNERAL HOME 669
BROADWAY, WINNIPEG, MB R3C OX4 783-7211 Send expressions of sympathy at
www.mem.com
TOM
FAULKNER
VE4PEG
November 17, 2008
THOMAS PETER FAULKNER RN RPN B.Adm We regret the
loss of Thomas Peter Faulkner with his family by his side and with the
caring support of the staff of St. Boniface Palliative Care Unit on
Monday, November 17, 2008. Thomas was the third son of Group Captain
P.J. and Jean Faulkner and is survived by his wife of 58 years
Margaret, children Patricia (Mike), Siobhan (Jeff) and Angela (Peter).
He leaves behind grandchildren Dawn, Tom, Melissa, Max, Caitlin,
Hailley, Nolan and Danielle. He also leaves behind his sister Jean and
grandnieces and grandnephews overseas. Tom is survived by his extended
in law family in Ireland. Tom was predeceased by his daughter Marilyn
in 2001. Tom was born in Hartlepool, England in 1925. He joined the
Merchant Marines at 15 and served in the Merchant Marines for eight
years during the Second World War. He received his nurse's training at
St. Joseph's Hospital where he met his Irish Colleen, Margaret. They
immigrated to Canada in 1951 arriving first in Port Arthur before
moving on to Winnipeg. After a long career in nursing and nursing
administration Tom retired in 1988. Tom then pursued his hobbies of Ham
Radio, woodworking and playing crib. Our deepest thanks and gratitude
to the caring staff at St. Boniface Palliative Care who provided the
highest quality care for Tom. Your kindness was greatly appreciated.
The family would like to thank all the friends who visited, kept us in
their thoughts and brought Margaret to the hospital. At Tom's request
no flowers, the family invites you to donate to Palliative Care
Endowment Fund or Cancer Care Manitoba. Tom lived his life with this
motto: Live life without regrets, be kind to all you meet and try to
make the world a better place. Funeral service will be held Friday,
November 21, 7:00 p.m. at Glen Lawn Funeral Home, 455 Lagimodiere Blvd.
LECLAIRE BROTHERS in care of arrangements. 775-2220.
BILL
LOFTUS VE4TL
August 6, 2008
WILLIAM THOMAS LOFTUS Bill was born on June 21, 1916
and passed away August 6, 2008 at Grace Hospital. He is survived by his
loving wife June, his son Bill of Winnipeg and grandson Willie and his
wife Paulette of Nova Scotia. Bill was predeceased by his parents Edna
and William Loftus. Bill grew up and had his schooling in Norwood,
attended University of Manitoba and took flying lessons at Winnipeg
Flying Club. In 1941 Bill married June Edgar and they went to live in
Fort William, ON, where Bill was a flying instructor with the British
Commonwealth Air Training School #2 E.F.T.S. during the war. He then
was employed as a pilot with Trans Canada Airlines (now Air Canada) and
flew as a Captain out of Winnipeg until retiring in 1963. The next five
years were spent working with the NDP government. He was a kind man and
a member of the United Church. He enjoyed many hobbies, one of which
was building boats. He was a Commodore of the Redboine Boating Club,
belonged to the Eagles in St. Norbert and was a Ham radio operator
VE4TL. He built their house along the La Salle River near La Salle, MB
and he and June lived there for nearly 20 years before moving back to
Winnipeg. A private graveside service will take place in St. Vital
Cemetery. Family and friends are invited to a reception in celebration
of Bill's life at Sterling House, 909 Wilkes Avenue on Tuesday, August
12, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. If friends so desire, donations in memory of
Bill can be made to the Winnipeg Humane Society, 45 Hurst Way,
Winnipeg, MB R3T 0R3. THOMSON FUNERAL HOME 669 BROADWAY, WINNIPEG, MB
R3C 0X4 783-7211 Send expressions of sympathy at www.mem.com
WALLACE GERALD TOLTON
May 03,
2008)
WALLACE
GERALD TOLTON 1923 - 2008 Following a lengthy illness, Wallace Gerald
Tolton, beloved husband of Freida Tolton of Swan River and formerly of
Minitonas, Manitoba, passed away at the Swan Valley Health Centre in
Swan River at the age of 84 years. He is also survived by his daughter
Sandra Lawrence (Rob); granddaughters, Cathy Jo Utsunomiya (Kevin) and
Lora Lee Garlick (Jim); great-grandson Liam; brother Hayden (Joan);
sisters-in-law, Phyllis Tolton, Mary Aslin, Gertrude Friesen (Frank);
brothers-in-law, Milton Ginter (Carol), Sef Ginther (Joyce), John
Ginter (Dawn), Harold Ginter (Alice), and many nieces, nephews and
cousins. Wallace was born and raised in Otterburne, Manitoba. In 1943
he joined the R.C.A.F. and served as an Aero Engine Mechanic stationed
in Eastern Canada until his discharge in September 1945. On December
27, 1947 he married Freida Ginter and they farmed at Otterburne West
where their daughter Sandra was born. In 1959 they moved to Minitonas
where he farmed and drove school bus for 23 years, retiring in June
1990. In 1998 Wallace and Freida moved to Aspen Courts in
Swan
River. He was
active in the church and community all his life. He was a member of the
Royal Canadian Legion, serving in many different offices. He belonged
to the Masonic Order attaining the office of District Deputy Grand
Master; Royal Arch Masons where he became a Right Excellent Companion;
O.E.S. served as Worthy Patron many times. Wallace had many hobbies. He
became a glider pilot, he obtained his ham radio operators certificate,
and enjoyed golfing, curling, reading and playing cards. He and Freida
travelled extensively and on December 23, 2007 took all
his family on a Caribbean Cruise to celebrate their 60th wedding
anniversary. His greatest joy was spending time with his family,
especially at holiday seasons. Following cremation a memorial service
was held at the Minitonas Town
Hall in Minitonas, Manitoba on
Friday,
May 2, 2008 at
2:00
p.m. with Reverend Kathy Highmoor officiating. Inurnment followed in
the Veterans Section of the Birchwood Cemetery in Swan River, Manitoba.
The Urnbearer was Wallace's grandson-in-law, Jim Garlick. Everyone in
attendance at the service were considered Honorary Pallbearers. Should
friends so desire, memorial donations in Wallace's memory may be made
to the Manitoba Lung Association, 629 McDermot Avenue, Winnipeg,
Manitoba R3A 1P6 or to the Knox United Church Memorial Fund,
Box 177,
Minitonas, Manitoba R0L 1G0. Arrangements were entrusted to Jim Webster
of Swan Valley Funeral Services Ltd., 363 Kelsey Trail (Hwy. 10 North),
Swan River, Manitoba. 204-734-5775
STEVEN YACHESHYN
VE4YWW
April 4th,
2008
STEVEN YACHESHYN 1939 - 2008 Peacefully on April 4, 2008, Steve passed
away at home at 68 years of age. Steve is survived by his daughter,
son, brother and sisters. Following Steve's wishes, cremation has taken
place and no formal service will be held. When I come to the end of the
road And the sun has set for me I want no rites in a gloom filled room,
Why cry for a soul set free. Miss me a little, but not too long And not
with your head bowed low. Remember the love that we once shared Miss
me, but let me go. For this journey we all must take And each must go
alone. It's all part of the Master's Plan, A step on the road to home.
So when you are lonely and sick at heart Go to the friends we know, And
bury your sorrow in doing good deeds Miss me, but let me go.
Arrangements entrusted to: VOYAGE FUNERAL HOME CREMATORIUM 220 Hespeler
@ Henderson Hwy 668-3151
JIM CAMPBELL VE4EV
April 1st,
2008
JAMES (JIM) FRANCIS CAMPBELL May 9, 1926 - April 1,
2008 After a short illness, Jim passed away leaving his beloved wife
Anne of 59 years; his children Ken, Lorraine, Connie (Gert) and Marni
(Don); 11 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He was predeceased
by his son Barry. Jim worked for MTS for over 30 years. He was active
in the Reserves retiring as Commanding Officer (Major) of 735
Communication Squadron. A memorial service will be held on Friday,
April 11 at 11:00 a.m. at Bethel Chapel, 200 Main St., Selkirk, MB.,
204-482-5482. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Canadian Cancer
Society.
MABEL EVANS
VE4MPE
March 15th, 2008
MABEL EVANS (nee Priest) Peacefully on March 15,
2008 Mabel Evans passed away at the River East Personal Care Home at
the age of 94 years. Mabel was predeceased by her loving husband Edward
Evans in 1999. Funeral service will be held Monday, March 31, 2008 at
10:00 a.m. at the Chapel Lawn Funeral Home, 4000 Portage Avenue, with a
visitation one-half hour prior to the service. Interment will take
place in the Garden of the Last Supper at Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens.
If friends so desire, donations may be made in Mabel's memory to a
charity of one's choice. Chapel Lawn 885-9715
FIRMAN MICHIELS - VE4THO
March 2nd, 2008
FATHER FIRMIN MICHIELS May 7, 1930 - March 2, 2008
Father Firmin Michiels passed away, Sunday, March 2, 2008, following a
massive heart attack at the Brandon Regional Health Centre, at the age
of 77. Firmin, son of Robert Michiels and Helen Cnudde, was born in St.
Alphonse, MB, on May 7, 1930. Besides the St. Boniface presbyterium, he
will be lovingly remembered by his two brothers; Gerard (Denise)
Michiels and George (Maria) Michiels, nieces and nephews; Ken (Chris)
and their children, Jennifer, David, Brian, Larry (Doreen) and their
children, Bradley, Jeffrey, and Lindsay, Mark's children, Cory
(Stephine Labossiere), Shawn and Ashley, Daniel and his children,
Vanessa and Joshua, Patricia Michiels, Kathy Hoeppner and her children,
Katlyn and Ryan Hoeppner, Marleen (Eugene) Courchaine and their
children, Breena and Keenan Courchaine, John, Kristina, Robert, Francis
and Steven. He was predeceased by his parents; Robert and Helen
Michiels (nee Cnudde) and by his nephews; Mark and Richard Michiels. He
received his primary education at Cypress Valley School, Cypress River,
then at Oakhill School, Swan Lake (1936-1944). He then pursued his
studies towards the priesthood at Séminaire des Sts-Apôtres, Montreal
(1954-1960), and continued his theological studies at the Grand
Séminaire de Québec (Laval University, 1960-1964). Archbishop Maurice
Baudoux, Archbishop of St. Boniface, ordained him to the priesthood at
St. Gerard Church, Bruxelles, MB, on May 28, 1964. Father Michiels was
Assistant Director of St. John Seminary (for First Nations), Otterburne
(1964-1965); Director of Catechetics at St. Bernadette Parish
(1964-1966); Diocesan Assistant Director of Catechetics (1966-1967);
chaplain at the Precious Blood Monastery (1967-1971); teacher at the
Précieux-Sang School (1968-1969); rector of St. Boniface Diocesan High
School (1969-1972). He graduated with of Bachelor of Education degree
from the University of Manitoba in 1970. He was Assistant Pastor at
Holy Cross (1972-1973); then Pastor of same Parish (1973-1980); Pastor
of Mary, Mother of the Church Parish (1981-1996); Pastor at Swan Lake,
Bruxelles, Holland, Treherne and Cypress River (1996-2006); adding
Mariapolis, St. Alphonse and Pilot Mound (1999-2006). Father Firmin
retired from full-time Parish ministry in 2006 to take up residence in
Holland, MB. He remained available for a replacement ministry in the
Mountain Pastoral Zone. Father Michiels served faithfully, and with
dedication the Archdiocese of St. Boniface during forty-four years of
priesthood. His ministry in urban and rural parishes, his many years as
a wise councillor on the Diocesan Administration Board were greatly
appreciated by all who knew him and worked closely with him. His
favorite pastime was wilderness excursions and photography. Father
Firmin was always ready to take on new challenges. Thus at the age of
24, he began six years of studies towards the priesthood in attending a
Minor Seminary in Montreal (total French immersion), followed by
theological studies at the Grand Séminaire de Québec (Laval
University). Throughout his life, Firmin was a good and faithful
servant (Mt. 25, 21). A Prayer Vigil for Father Michiels will be held
at 7:00 p.m., on Wednesday, March 5 in St. Boniface Cathedral. The
Funeral Mass will be presided by Archbishop Emilius Goulet, P.S.S., on
Thursday, March 6, at 10:30 a.m. also in St. Boniface Cathedral. A
second Prayer Vigil will be held in St. John Berchmans Church, Holland,
MB, on Friday, March 7 at 7:00 p.m. A celebration of the Eucharist,
presided by Bishop Noël Delaquis, will take place in the same church on
Saturday, March 8, at 10:00 a.m., followed by the interment in the
Parish cemetery of St. Alphonse, MB. Following the interment at the St.
Alphonse Parish Cemetery, all friends and relatives are invited to
attend a luncheon in the Swan Lake Community Hall, Swan Lake, MB. As
expressions of sympathy, if friends so wish, donations may be made in
Father Firmin's memory to the Holland Catholic Centre, Holland, MB, c/o
Kathleen Sundell, Holland, MB, R0G 0X0 or to the Swan Lake Catholic
Centre, c/o Betty Ann DeCeuleneer, Swan Lake, MB, R0G 2S0. On-line
condolences may be made at www.budz.ca Budz Funeral Service of Holland,
MB are in care of the arrangements, 526-2380, 1-866-526-2606.
TOM POKOTYLO - VE4YG
January 5, 2008
METRO THOMAS POKOTYLO Metro Thomas (Tom) Pokotylo,
family man, salesman, manager, mechanic, teacher, and amateur radio
aficionado, passed away peacefully at home on January 5, 2008, aged 80.
He is survived by his loving wife Anastasia (Nell) Pokotylo, to whom he
was married 57 years, his son David Pokotylo, and his daughter Linda
(Dara) Pokotylo. Tom also leaves behind his two grandchildren Heather
and Jonathan Pokotylo and his siblings Marie (Pokotylo) Halldorson,
Walter Pokotylo, Elizabeth (Pokotylo) Maldonado, and August Pokotylo.
Additionally, many nieces, nephews, friends and cousins loved and will
miss him. Tom started his career in the automotive business as a
journeyman mechanic, and retired as a Business Management Manager for
the Prairie Region with Chrysler Corporation. After retiring, Tom
filled his time with his many, and varied, interests. He kept very
active pursuing his amateur radio hobby, which brought him much joy,
volunteering for the Western Canadian Aviation Museum, and
participating in various activities through the Reh-fit Centre. Tom was
a man much loved by family and friends alike. A lover of music, Tom was
a talented musician himself who could pick up any instrument and play
it. He also had a gift for mastering almost anything mechanical, and
was always happy to help others with their problems, be they
electrical, mechanical, or personal. Fascinated by machines, he
embraced the new computer technology well into his final years,
emailing family members and avidly using his digital camera,
particularly during the walks he enjoyed taking with his wife Nell.
2007 was a particularly special year for Tom, with both him and Nell
turning 80. Tom was so happy to reach 80 and share the celebration with
his wife and children. Even at 80, Tom still maintained his great sense
of humour and enjoyment of life, always learning new things and taking
delight in the adventures of his children and grandchildren, all of
whom were a constant source of pride and happiness for him. There will
be a small service for family and friends at Grace Hospital Chapel at
1:30 p.m. Wednesday, January 9, 2008. In lieu of flowers, the family
asks that donations be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
AL BOGGS - VE4AL
December 21, 2007
ELVIN LEONARD (AL) BOGGS May 21, 1922 December 21,
2007 On Friday, December 21, 2007, Elvin Leonard (Al) Boggs passed
through the gates of heaven into eternal life at the Victoria General
Hospital, Winnipeg, with his wife Marilynn at his bedside. He was 85.
Elvin was born in Kamsack, SK on May 21, 1922, the youngest child and
only son of the late Charles and Eleanore Boggs (nee Couture). He
attended primary and secondary school in Kamsack, graduating in 1941.
He joined the R.C.A.F. on November 7, 1941 and was Honourably
Discharged as a pilot officer in April of 1945. He then went on to CN
Rail working in Western Canada and Thunder Bay from 1945 to 1978. He
then worked for the T.S.B. of Canada as an Accident Investigator,
retiring in March 2000, following a 58 year working career. As a young
man he played the horn in the Kamsack school band. Later in life he
chose the violin and played with the Saskatoon Symphony. Elvin enjoyed
music, concerts, dining out and had a special liking for chocolate.
Elvin liked to travel, his favourites being Hawaii and Las Vegas. He
was a member of the Amateur Radio Club (VE4AL), Royal Canadian Legion
Br. 90, Officer's Mess 17 Wing and CN Pensioner's Assoc. of Manitoba.
He was a quiet, gentle man who was very personable, worked hard, liked
to laugh and always had an Irish twinkle in his eye. Elvin lived a
long, full life; in his later years he met various medical challenges,
fighting with dignity to the end. Elvin leaves to cherish his memory
the love of his life, his devoted wife Marilynn and his sister
Katherine Reynaud. He leaves his children Lorraine (Allan) Neilsen,
Brian (Eileen), Allison (Marcel) Marion and Ronald (Annette) Andrews;
grandsons David and Jesse Neilsen, Michael Marion and Andrew Boggs, as
well as nieces, nephews, Marilynn's extended family in Thunder Bay, and
many friends. He was predeceased by his parents and sisters, Lillian
Adam, Iona Dixon and Elaine Bentley. Cremation has taken place as per
Elvin's wishes. Funeral Mass for the late Elvin Boggs will be held at
St. Timothy's Parish, 135 John Forsyth Rd. on Saturday, 29 December,
2007, at 11:00 a.m. with Fr. Phil Daley officiating. Internment of
ashes will take place at a later date in Mountain View Cemetery,
Thunder Bay, ON. Elvin always said his obituary should read: He was
here, he left. The Coutu family in care of arrangements: E.J COUTU CO.
FUNERAL DIRECTORS 680 Archibald Street 253-5086
DERRICK BELBAS - VE4VV
September 16, 2007
DERRICK JACKIE BELBAS (VE4VV) After a lengthy
illness at the age of 49 years, Derrick passed away on September 16,
2007 at the Concordia Hospital with family at his side. Derrick is
survived by his wife Tammy, pets X.E. Poo and Baby, mother-in-law
Dorothy Zahara, sisters-in-law, Darlene Hawes and Donna Koshelanyk,
along with their family members. Derrick was predeceased by his
parents, Fred and Helen and older brother Jackie. Derrick loved the Ham
Radio Industry winning numerous awards during the radio competitions.
Cremation has taken place and flowers are gratefully declined. No
memorial service per Derrick's wishes. Donations in Derrick's memory
are gratefully accepted for the Winnipeg Humane Society. Tammy would
like to extend her sincere thank you to all the nurses and staff on
N3E, you know who you are for their kindness and comfort you have given
to Derrick. The Serenity Prayer God grant me the Serenity to Accept the
things I cannot change, Courage to change the things I can, And the
Wisdom to know the Difference. Rest Peacefully Derrick (73) Funeral
Arrangements' In Care Of: WHEELER FUNERAL CHAPEL 211 Regent Avenue at
Bond Street 224-1525
BRIAN LECLAIR -
VE4BSL
August 24th, 2007
BRIAN SHAWN LECLAIR June 19, 1967
August 24, 2007 It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we
announce the unexpected passing of our dear son, brother, uncle and
friend, Brian Shawn Leclair, on August 24, 2007 at the age of 40. He
was predeceased by his loving mother, Marlene Leclair. Brian will be
deeply missed and lovingly remembered by his father, Albert Leclair
(partner Melanie), his two sisters, Leanne Leclair (husband Vicente)
and Nicole Leclair, his two nieces, Elia and Ciel, as well as many
aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Brian was a movie enthusiast and
enjoyed outdoor sports. A computer fanatic from the time he was a young
boy, he quickly became a computer consultant to many. This hobby led
him to a career as a computer analyst with the Winnipeg Free Press.
Brian loved his dog and companion for many years, Sadie. He was a man
with a quiet demeanor, a kind heart, and a wacky sense of humor. He
will be greatly missed. We love you, Brian. Now, you can rest in peace.
A memorial service will be held on Thursday, August 30, 2007 at 7:00
p.m. at Green Acres Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be
made in memory of Brian to the Arthritis Society of Manitoba.
SERGE KRENZ - VE4ZG
March 20th, 2007
SERGE KRENZ Tragically and
unexpectedly, it is with great sorrow that on Tuesday, March 20, 2007,
Serge George Daniel Krenz was taken away from us. Serge was predeceased
by his grandmother Anna Krenz and by grandmother Ewdochia and
grandfather Daniel Humeniuk. Serge will be dearly missed and forever
remembered by his mother Joyce, father Victor and his only brother
Daniel. He will also be missed by his cousins, Terry and Greg Krenz and
Aunt Agnes. Born in Winnipeg on April 28, 1979, Serge received his
initial schooling in the Charleswood area at Royal, Laidlaw and
Shaftsbury-Tuxedo schools. Serge was extremely intelligent and
hardworking, striving to do his best at all times. At the University of
Manitoba, he obtained a B.Sc. (major) in Psychology/Environmental
Science in 2004 as well as a B.A. in Psychology/Criminology in 2006. He
kept pursuing his education, and had applied to the Faculty of Social
Work. Serge loved challenges and studied piano for seven years as well
as saxophone for six. Throughout his years at Laidlaw and Shaftsbury he
played in both school band and jazz band. He and his brother kept fit
by doing Martial Arts and weight training. He financed his education by
working for five years as a Customer Service Technical Support Agent
for ATT/Comcast, diagnosing problems and providing solutions. For the
last three years he worked as an instructor/ supervisor for the City of
Winnipeg at Pan Am Pool and at Sargent Park Recreation Complex. At
Sargent Park he was involved with the Youth in Crises Initiative
Project in liaison with the Aquatic Staff and the Winnipeg Police
Department Conflict Management. At the same time he volunteered with
the Winnipeg Children's Access Agency where he supervised and monitored
visitations of family members who had been victims of domestic
violence. He also loved volunteering at the UMSU freshman orientation
session for a number of years. His love for travel took him across the
world to such locations as Europe and southeast Asia. He joined his
brother in 2001 in Germany, Morocco and in 2002 and toured the Far
East: Thailand and gained a further insight into our Global Community.
Serge's exceptional intelligence and motivation enabled him to achieve
two degrees and with it came the hopes and dreams for a bright and
interesting future. Sensitive, open and caring this enabled him to
easily reach out to others. With his humour and joy for life he
lightened many moments. He always acted generously, gave freely without
a sense of expecting returns. There was an underlying sense of
unconditional love that he projected. It was a joy to see him looking
after his pets in such a gentle manner. With loving care he nursed his
first dog Hamlet through a long illness. We are grateful to have had
him with us for 27 years. Next month we would have celebrated with him
his 28th birthday. The complexity and unexpectedness of life leaves us
shrouded in such sorrow for what might have been. We shape our dreams
and hopes but in the end must be grateful for what we had all the rest
is silence. A memorial service to honour Serge's life will be held on
Saturday, March 31 at 2:00 p.m. at Church Of The Rock, 1397 Buffalo
Place. In lieu of flowers donations in Serge's memory may be made to
the Winnipeg Children's Access Agency Inc., 170 Scott St. Winnipeg, MB
R3L 0L3. Arrangements entrusted to: VOYAGE FUNERAL HOME CREMATORIUM
Family Owned Operated 1531 Pembina Hwy 284-7500
LAURIE ROBERTSON VE4LER
December 16, 2006
LAWRENCE EDWARD ROBERTSON VE4LER Peacefully, on
Saturday, December 16, 2006, Laurie passed away at the Grace Hospital
at the age of 86 years. He was predeceased by his beloved wife Joan of
56 years of marriage in 2003. Laurie will be sadly missed by his six
children, Penny Flock, Dale Hunt (Brian), Ted (Pat), Allan, Jayne Sims
(Reg), Heather Grams (Art); grandchildren, Darcie (Shane), Corrie
(Michael), Ainslie (Craig), Daven, Julie (Larry), Joel (Tamar),
Carolyn, Colleen, Kelly, Lyndsey, Jayde, Jodie, Artara and Share, as
well as 15 great-grandchildren; his brother Lyall and sisters, Arline
and Adele will also miss him. Dad was born in Winnipeg on August 15,
1920. He lived in Morse Place and Elmwood during his childhood years.
He served in the Second World War in England and continental Europe
with the Queen's Own Cameron Highlanders of Canada for 5 years. After
the war he met and married Joan and together they raised their family
in St. James. Dad was a Federal Inspector for Weights and Measures and
for Consumer Corporate Affairs most of his working life. Mom and Dad
enjoyed traveling together especially going to the Silver Broom Curling
Championships. During Dad's retirement years he continued to be Mr.
Fix-it around the home, played the harmonica in the Philharmonic
Orchestra and enjoyed walking his dog, Molly while visiting his
neighbours on Baffin Crescent. Dad's declining health curtailed many of
his activities but he still enjoyed listening to music and looked
forward to visits with his family. In compliance with Dad's wishes, a
private gathering of his family has been held. Special thanks to the
staff at Sturgeon Creek Residence, Deer Lodge Centre (2 south and tower
5) for their compassion and kindness to Dad and also to the staff at
the Grace Hospital for their gentle care and concern on the many
occasions he was there over the last couple of years. In lieu of
flowers, donations may be made in Laurie's memory to the Salvation
Army-Grace Hospital, 300 Booth Dr., Winnipeg, MB R3J 3M7 or to the
Winnipeg Humane Society, 5 Kent St., Winnipeg, MB R2L 1X3. Laurie's
arrangements have been entrusted to the Family Owned Funeral Chapel of:
WOJCIK'S ALL BELIEFS FAITHS FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM 897 4665
LOUIS
ENYINGI
VE4LLE
October 15th, 2006
LOUIS ENYINGI Peacefully on October
15, 2006 Louis (Lajos) Enyingi passed away. He is survived by his
loving wife of 50 years, Helen Ilona and daughter Julie, and many
relatives in Hungary. Louis, the youngest of six children, was
predeceased by his five sisters, and parents. Louis worked at Versatile
Manufacturing for many years, building prototypes of new machinery. He
loved spending his summers at the cottage, fishing, and gardening. The
family wishes to express their heartfelt thanks for the excellent care
Louis received from Dr. V. Fraser and Dr. F. Siddiqui and staff of the
St. Boniface Hospital SICU, MICU, and ward 7A West, during the last few
weeks of his life. We also greatly appreciate the care he received over
the years from his community physicians, Dr. G. Balko, Dr. B. Levin,
and the late Dr. G. Wollner. Apu, our lives will never be the same
without you. You will be deeply missed. A service celebrating Louis'
life will be held on Thursday, October 19 at 2:00 p.m. at Thompson in
the Park , 1291 McGillivray Blvd. Reception to follow. Flowers are
graciously declined; a donation may be made in Louis' memory to the St.
Boniface Hospital Research Foundation.
WILLIAM
(BILL) EDWARD EVANS VE4UD
October 9, 2006
WILLIAM (BILL) EDWARD
EVANS 1942 2006 Bill passed away on Monday October 9, 2006 at the St.
Boniface Hospital. Bill is survived by his loving wife of 32 years,
Linda, son Christopher and daughter Marnie. He was predeceased by his
father, Edward Burrell Evans, in 1979 and his mother, Eileen Elizabeth
(Brisbin), in 1967. Bill's lack of immediate family has been more than
made up for by the many close relatives in his wife's family and their
unceasing love for each other and for Bill. Bill attended elementary
and high school in Thunder Bay Ontario, graduating with a Bachelor's
Degree in Electrical Engineering from McMaster University in Hamilton,
ON, in 1965 and received a Diploma from the Banff School of Advanced
Management in 1986. Bill began his career in the fledging cable
television industry, designing and implementing cable systems in
Thunder Bay, Pinawa and the large Winnipeg Videon System, which brought
him back to Winnipeg in 1967. While briefly in Toronto and on his
return to Winnipeg, he designed many systems for other cities across
Canada. In 1971 he joined the Manitoba Telephone System (MTS) where he
had an 18 year career related largely to business communication
engineering, holding a number of increasingly senior management
positions at MTS, and represented MTS on several national telephone
industry committees. In 1989 he left MTS with a colleague to form E B
Systems Limited, a consulting engineering firm specializing in
broadband telecommunication and broadcasting projects internationally
on five continents. In recent years the firm designed and implemented
several unique broadband systems for distance education as well as
serving as technical consultants for the establishment of the Manitoba
Telehealth Network. The firm's work received awards of Excellence and
Merit from the Consulting Engineers of Manitoba. Bill served many local
professional associations at the Board level, acting as Secretary for
the Electronic Industries Association of Manitoba (EIAM), the
Information Systems Technical Advisory Panel of the Winnipeg Chamber of
Commerce and, for the past 3 years, as Secretary for the Consulting
Engineers of Manitoba (CEM). Bill also served on the Board of the
Winnipeg Chapter of the Institute for Electrical and Electronics
Engineers (IEEE), was a Senior Member of both the IEEE since 1978 and
the Society of Cable Telecommunication Engineers (SCTE) since 1974, was
a member of the Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers
(SMPTE), Association of Consulting Engineers of Canada, Association of
Professional Engineers of Manitoba and the Canadian Cable Television
Pioneers. Bill became fascinated with radio and electronics in his
early teen years which drove his selection of profession and fueled a
life long interest in amateur radio. He held an Advanced Class License,
with call letters VE4UD, since the early 70s, and made many friends
locally, nationally and internationally via the airwaves. Bill always
considered amateur radio much more than a hobby. A refuge from life's
storms and strains and a chance to build and construct with one's own
hands, as well as meet and talk with people around the world as well as
throughout Manitoba. Bill took great pleasure from the family cottage
at Victoria Beach, where he maintained a complete amateur radio station
and much enjoyed fishing, golfing and bicycling. For many years he was
a season ticket holder of the Blue Bombers, Jets and, more recently,
the Winnipeg Goldeyes. His interest in these team sports underlined his
love and support for Winnipeg. A memorial service will be held at 1:00
p.m. on Friday, October 13 at Thomson Funeral Home, 669 Broadway The
family would like to send a sincere thank you to Dr. Johnston, Dr.
Stimpson and their primary nurses at Cancercare, the nurses and doctors
on Ward 3D of the Health Sciences Centre, the nurses and care workers
from the Manitoba Home Care Program, and the nurses and doctors at the
St. Boniface Palliative Care Unit for their care and compassion shown
to Bill and his family during Bill's illness. In lieu of flowers the
family would appreciate donations sent to the Salvation Army, 55 Donald
Street, Suite 500, Winnipeg, MB R3C 1L8 Thomson Funeral Home 669
Broadway 783-7211
ABRAM
BESTVATER VE4BK
September 21st, 2006)
ABRAM BESTVATER After a lengthy
battle with heart disease, Abe Bestvater passed away at Bethesda
Hospital on September 21, 2006, with his loving family at his side. He
is survived by his wife of 39 years, Brigitte; his sons, Stacy and
Steve (wife Ginette and granddaughter Mia); his sister Helen Peters;
and brothers, Henry (Mary), Jake (Mary), John (Shirley); and numerous
nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Abram and
Margareta Bestvater; sister Tina Bestvater; brother-in-law Henry
Peters; and sister-in-law Helen Bestvater. Abe was born July 8, 1931 at
Grandfather Martens' farm in Grunthal. He received his schooling in
Grunthal and after Grade 10, worked several years on the farm. He then
moved to Winnipeg, taking several jobs, including working at McLeod's
and Eaton's. On the suggestion of his sister Helen, he attended
Teacher's College in 1957-58, and started his teaching career at Elm
Creek. Abe loved to learn and returned to Grace College of the Bible,
graduating in 1961. That fall, he took a teaching position in
Niverville and in 1962, he transferred to Steinbach, where he would
spend the rest of his teaching career. During the summer of 1961, Abe
was a counselor at Red Rock Bible Camp. This began a 40 year
involvement with Red Rock that included sitting on the camp Board of
Directors. Abe and Brigitte met several times, but their courtship
started just after the blizzard of 1966. They were married on August
20, 1967. In 1969, they took a sabbatical where they attended Tabor
College, both graduating in 1970. Their first son Steve was born in
1971, followed by Stace in 1973. Abe loved to travel. In 1972, he took
his young family on his first of nine trips to Alaska, helping at a
mission. Other family trips included destinations such as Florida,
Texas, Victoria, Kansas, and Chicago, all in his customized camper
vans. Abe's hobbies included operating his Ham and CB radios,
electronic, automotive and clock repair, locksmithing, taxidermy,
hunting, and farming. His family, friends and acquaintances benefited
greatly from his gifted mind and skilled fingers. After retirement, Abe
spent much of his time volunteering at the MCC self-help store, fixing
everything from phones to clocks and toasters. Abe was a devoted and
amazing father and husband, never losing sight of what was important
for his family. We would like to thank the wonderful nursing staff and
Dr. Thiessen at Bethesda Hospital in Steinbach for their excellent
care. A special thank you to all who supported the family in prayer.
Viewing will be held Monday, September 25, at Birchwood Funeral Chapel
at 7:00 p.m., with a devotional to follow. Funeral service will be held
Tuesday, September 26 at 2:00 p.m. at Emmanuel Evangelical Free Church,
360 McKenzie Ave, Steinbach. Interment at Heritage Cemetery. In lieu of
flowers, donations may be made to Red Rock Bible Camp. Arrangements by:
Birchwood Funeral Chapel Steinbach Winnipeg, MB 1-888-454-1030 or
1-204-346-1030
ALBERT
DIAMOND VE4AX
September 20th, 2006
ALBERT DIAMOND Peacefully on
Wednesday, September 20, 2006 at the Grace Hospital, Albert passed away
at the age of 87. Funeral at the Shaarey Zedek Synagogue, Thursday,
September 21 at 2:00 p.m. Complete obituary to follow.
LEWIS
JOHN MCQUEEN VE4RX
August 4th, 2006
LEWIS JOHN MCQUEEN
Suddenly on August 4, 2006, our beloved brother Lew
died. He was predeceased by his father Norman, his mother Nora and
brother Glen. He will be sadly missed by sisters, Vivian (Ken)
Wasywich, Janice Huot and Cheryl (Steve) Martin; nieces and nephews,
Jason, Christina (Chris), Blaine, Katherine, Hallie, Aidan and great
nephews and niece, Timothy, Samuel and Sophia. After graduating from
Red River College he started working for MTS being assigned to various
locations in switches and tolls and taking early retirement. His
interests and associations included Certified Proficiency in Amateur
Radio, Member of Western Canada Aviation Museum, Life Time Member of
The Royal Astronomical Society of Canada, passionate amateur
astronomer, aviation, history and war history buff. Cremation will take
place. As per his wishes there will be no service. Flowers gratefully
declined. If friends so desire donations may be made to charities of
your choice. CHAPEL LAWN FUNERAL HOME AND RECEPTION CENTRE 885-9715
RONALD
DE JONG VE4RDJ
(published on February 15, 2006)
RONALD DE JONG In
Memory of Ronald de Jong Ronald de Jong - a young man who travelled
from Holland to Canada in 1947 to chase after the dreams we all wanted,
a man who knew it would not be that easy to fulfil those dreams. Ron -
a man who was a Jack of all Trades . When he got his hands on wood,
metal, wire, engines, computers and even food and drinks, he could work
magic. Husband - a man who loved his wife Rosemary for 37 years and
will always be with her in spirit. Father - a man who taught us well,
to work hard, to achieve and yet still have a little fun doing so. And
to make things a little interesting, Live Life On the Edge! Ronald de
Jong - a man we will never forget. Love You Always, Husband, Father,
Grandfather and Friend Rosemary, Marianne, Michael, Phil, Jenn,
Shanntal and Ed A memorial service will be held Thursday, February 16
at 7:00 p.m. at Sobering Funeral Chapel, 1035 Park Ave. East,
Beausejour, MB. In lieu of flowers, if friends and family so desire,
donations may be made to CancerCare Manitoba, 675 McDermot Ave.,
Winnipeg, MB R3E 0V9. SOBERING FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM, Beausejour
268-3510 or MB Toll Free 1-877-776-2220
WALLY
BUECHLER VE4CB
February 9th, 2006
WALLACE ERIC CAMPBELL
BUECHLER (WALLY) VE4 CB Peacefully with his family by his side, on
Thursday, February 9, 2006 at the Riverview Health Centre, Wally
Buechler passed away at the age of 78 years. Wally was predeceased by
his parents, Amy and Emil Buechler, his brother Larry and sister Audrey
Kroeker. He will be lovingly remembered by his beloved wife Marie,
their children, Gail (John) Piercy, Ken (Karen), Heather (Doug) Keenes,
Chris (Sandy); grandchildren, Taya, Justin, and Jamie Piercy, Kathleen
and Kaitlyn Buechler, Spencer and Hannah Keenes, Nathan, Matthew and
Michael Buechler; brothers, Ron and Glen (Wendy) as well as numerous
other family members. Wally was a devoted family man and was an active
member of the Holy Cross Lutheran Church. He was retired from the City
of Winnipeg in 1990. Wally had a keen sense of humour and was very
proud of his grandchildren. He will be dearly missed by his family and
friends. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held
at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, February 14 at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 708
McCalman. Interment will follow at Glen Lawn Memorial Gardens. Special
thanks are extended to the staff of Riverview Health Centre, 3East for
their loving care and support for Ol Blue Eyes . In lieu of flowers,
donations may be made in memory of Wally to the Holy Cross Lutheran
Church, 708 McCalman. Arrangements entrusted to: GLEN LAWN FUNERAL HOME
455 Lagimodiere Blvd. 982-7550
AL HANSON VE4AAA
November 23, 2005
FRED ALBERT (ALLAN) HANSON (published on November 24, 2005)
FRED ALBERT (ALLAN) HANSON 1938 -
2005 Peacefully, on Tuesday, November 22, 2005 Fred Hanson, beloved
husband of Lourdes, passed away at the Riverview Health Centre with
family and friends by his side at the age of 67 years. He is survived
by his wife; two children, Michael and Kirsten and grandson Denzel; one
sister Martha (Dave); two brothers, William (Janine) Hanson and James
(Lorraine) McLeod; also surviving is one sister-in-law, Christine
Hanson, are many nieces, nephews and friends. Fred was predeceased by
his parents, three brothers, George and Jack Hanson and Sam McLeod.
Funeral service will be held on Saturday, November 26 at 1:00 p.m. at
Klassen Funeral Home with viewing to be held one hour prior to the
service with Fr. Wenceslao Rebillaco officiating. Special thanks to
CancerCare Manitoba, Riverview Health Centre 3E Wing, and to all the
family and friends for all their care and compassion during this time.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Fred to
CancerCare Manitoba, 675 McDermot Ave., Winnipeg, MB R3E 0V9. KLASSEN
FUNERAL HOME 1897 Henderson - North of McIvor - 338-0331
BILL DAVIS VE4WU
September 9, 2005
WILLIAM FREDERICK DAVIS (VE4WU)
September 27, 1921 - September 9, 2005 It is with great sadness that we
announce the passing of Bill (William) with his wife and family at his
side. Bill will be sadly missed by his wife Mary of 58 years, who
dedicated herself to ensure his comfort; also survived by his niece
Elaine (Ray); special great-niece Chelsey; brother-in-law and
sister-in-law, Mitch and Mae Zooke; nieces, Brenda (Graham), Carol
(Bert) and Joyce Stephenson; and numerous other nieces and nephews. As
a Second World War veteran, Bill served in the Navy from 1940 to 1945,
in charge of communications and decoding, a love he had since he was
15. He retired from the Winnipeg Post Office in 1985 after 32 years.
Bill and his wife Mary enjoyed many years together doing one of their
favourite pastimes, fishing. He was an active member of the Winnipeg
Senior Citizen Amateur Radio Club and volunteered many hours of his
time. He also spent many hours with his video camera as he had a great
interest in photography. A private graveside service will be held. In
lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Bill's memory to the Cancer
Society. The family would like to extend a sincere thank you to the
palliative care staff at Riverview and private home care staff. Those
we love don't go away, They walk beside us every day, Unseen, unheard
but always near, Always in our thoughts and loved forever. He put his
arms around you and said Come unto Me. Top of the morning to you and
the rest of the day to myself. WOJCIK'S ALL BELIEFS FAITHS FUNERAL
CHAPEL CREMATORIUM 897 - 4665
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