It is with immense heartbreak and sadness we announce the peaceful passing of Elmer Raymond Hintz on Wednesday, July 28th, 2021 at Riverview Health Centre.
His memory will forever be treasured by his partner of 25 years Suzanne (Susie) Mondor, his daughters Kari & Jason Sylvester (Jesse), Ainsley & Darryl Pederson (Kaleb), his sisters and brother Helen Tober, Alfred & Marie Hintz, Edna & Roland Otto, Loreen Kenyon, Adeline & Arthur Kopp. Susie’s children Rheal Mondor & Caroline Dumont, Janelle & Jean Lafrance (Jeremie, Charite, Thomas,Sophia & Therese), Bruno & Kirsty Mondor (Arthur & George) as well as numerous nieces and nephews, in-laws, extended family and friends.
Elmer was born on January 6th, 1948, the youngest of 8 children to Julius and Helena Hintz, in Brokenhead, MB. He was baptized on June 27th, 1948 and confirmed in the Lutheran Faith at St. John’s Lutheran Church in Greenwald, MB. He was an active member of Zion Lutheran Church in Beausejour and was a current member of Faith Lutheran Church in Winnipeg.
Elmer was predeceased by his parents, sisters Dorothy Hinz, Olga Okerlund and brothers in-law Ben Tober, Myron Kenyon and Vern Okerlund.
Dad was a trucker by trade. He started his career at Naaykens Transport in Beausejour, then as an Owner/Operator for A & H in Winnipeg followed by Kindersley Transport also in Winnipeg. He retired on October 31st, 2017.
Elmer enjoyed spending time with his family, going for his morning coffee and paper at Robin’s Donuts, listening to live bands perform around Winnipeg with Susie. Dad was the life of the party. He always had a joke to share or a song to sing. We’ve never known anyone else that could tell a joke as well as he did.
Dad was diagnosed with leukemia in September 2019.
A Celebration of Elmer’s Life will take place on Monday, August 2 at 1:00 p.m. at Sobering Funeral Chapel, 1035 Park Avenue E., Beausejour with interment to follow in Zion Lutheran Cemetery.
With COVID restrictions still in effect, there will be a limited number of invited people allowed to attend. Those who wish to attend can do so by arriving at the Funeral Home, remaining in their vehicles and tuning their radio to 98.1 FM. An opportunity to sign the guest book will be offered.
A Livestream of the funeral service can be accessed through the WEBEX app on your mobile phone or visit www.webex.com on your PC. Enter the Meeting Number: 182 034 7043 and Password: vTTctRDb423
** Direct access to the Livestream can be accessed ~HERE~ **
In lieu of flowers please consider a donation to Cancer Care Manitoba at cancercare.mb.ca
Thank you to the wonderful Doctors, Nurses and staff at Cancer Care Manitoba and the Riverview Health Centre for the loving care you showed Elmer.
He never looked for praises
He was never one to boast
He just went on quietly working
For the ones he loved the most.
His dreams were seldom spoken
His wants were very few
And most of the time his worries
Went unspoken too.
He was there…a firm foundation
Through all our storms of life
A sturdy hand to hold on to
In times of stress and strife.
A true friend we could turn to
When times were good or bad
One of our greatest blessings
The man that we called Dad.
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Harlon and Barb
Kari, Jason, Ainsley, Darryl, Susie and families,
Where to begin. Elmer never met a person who was a stranger for long. He’d open with a joke and all was well. His talent for singing was always welcome at many gatherings. We send hugs to all. I came across this little poem and think it sums up our feelings well: Grief never ends,but it changes. It’s a passage, not a place to stay. Grief is not a sign of weakness nor a lack of faith. It is the price of love.
With deep sympathy
Harlon and Barb
Rod Hintz
As a young boy I idolized Uncle Elmer. I spent many days with him in his truck and thought that was so cool. Eating lunch from the lunch wagon and drinking pop! Then we would get in his Coronet and bomb down highway 59 at speeds of 85-90 mph. Wow! I recall watching him play hockey and then in later years sharing a smoke or a good drink of rum. All great memories. I feel blessed he was my uncle, but Kari and Ainsley you were truly blessed with an amazing father who loved you more than life itself. Until we meet again Uncle Elmer, sing a song with Elvis and tell Jesus a “clean” joke. Rest In Peace. Rod Hintz
Fred Muth and Lynn Robert
We are so sad to hear of Elmer passing. We wish to send our sympathy to his daughters Kari, Ainslie, partner Susie and families. There was always jokes and laughter around Elmer. We were blessed to have known him.
Jen and Dave Prevost
Our deepest sympathies!
May his memories comfort you in this tough time!
Sending hugs your way!
Bill & Karen Shanski
Susie,Kari,Ainsley & families…Also to Elmer’s siblings & their families…….We met the Hintz family many years ago through Adeline…..We saw Elmer many times over the years and he always had a smile on his face…..Elmer was a wonderful person……The lovely written obituary of Elmer says it all……..We are so very sorry for your loss…….
Dean and Donna Couvier
Kari and Ainsley and families,
So sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad and difficult time.
Sincerely,
Dean and Donna Couvier
Barry Leiman
Condolences to the Hintz family both his immediate and also the siblings. He always seemed so happy and enjoyed himself. He is now free from all worldly pain and suffering.
With deep sympathy
Barry Leiman
Jan & Brian Halowaty
Kari & Jason, Ainsley & Darryl, Susie & families we send our sincere condolences. May all your beautiful memories carry you through this difficult time. Hugs to all
Susan Easton
Dear Kari , Ainsley and families
Sorry to learn about your dads passing.
We have known your dad since high school and have fond memories of his humour
and warmth.
Thinking about you during this difficult time.
LOL
Irene (Russell) Naested and Susan (Meltzer) Easton
Jason Otto
I worked with Elmer at Kindersley Transport. He always could put a smile on your face, and always had a good joke on hand. My thoughts and prayers to you during this time
Roger & Sheila Kintop
Susie, Kari, Ainsley & families,
Our very deepest sympathy on the passing of a wonderful man. He was a blessing to all that had the honor of being in his presence. We will always cherish his unique sense of humor. May all the memories help sustain you through this most difficult time.
Roger & Sheila
Donald & Catherine Froehlich
We would like to convey our deepest sympathy to Elmer Hintz’s family.
Arnie and Doreen Otto
We were saddened to hear of the passing of Elmer. Our deepest sympathy to Elmer’s family. May the many good memories be of comfort to all of you at this sad time.
lucille Jeanson
I’m so sorry to hear about Elmer, Susie.
Deepest sympathy to all.