1932 ~ 2016
Suddenly and so very unexpectedly on January 29, 2016 with his grandson Chris and his daughter Arleen by his side, our Dad/Papa passed away.
Left to cherish Dad’s memory is daughter Arleen (Harry); grandchildren: Chris, Jennifer (Brent), Holly (Andrew), Donnie (Tracy), Michael, Juanita (Mike); great grandchildren: Jerzi, Brandon, Rylynn, Owen, Cooper, Lukas, and Josh; step grandchildren: Nicole, Kayla, Erin, Sammie and Ty; his son-in-law Tim Rohrig and daughter Terinia; his brother Jim (Sharon); sisters-in-law Doreen and Tenie; friend Maryann, along with numerous nieces and nephews.
Dad was predeceased by his wife Gloria, his daughter Cheryl, his parents Julius and Katie, brothers: Bob (Charlotte), and Hilbert (Izzie).
Dad was born on December 9, 1932 in Empress, Alberta, the family moving to Shelley, MB, and eventually settling in River Hills, MB. This is where he met and married the love of his life Gloria. Together they made River Hills their home, and then moved to Seven Sisters where they raised their daughters. Dad began his lifelong career with Manitoba Hydro in 1956, retiring in 1987. He was a devoted family man and always enjoyed the company of family and friends. Family gatherings meant everything to him, he loved the company of his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Dad loved country music; it didn’t matter when you went into his house, he either had his music on, or wrestling. Fishing, hunting, gardening, curling, or watching wrestling; Papa always had a story to tell.
Memorial Service will be held Thursday, February 4, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. at Sobering Funeral Chapel, with family interment to follow at the Whitemouth RM Cemetery.
Many thanks to Dr. Garg, Nurses Jackie, Brenda and Anita at Pinawa Hospital.
Rest in peace dad…we will never let go.
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Corene Antle
Dear Arleen, Harry and the grandchildren –
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time and may God give you strength for the coming days. I am so sorry for your loss. Arleen, I will connect with you shortly.
Take Care,
Corene
linda pearson
so sorry to hear about your Dad! our condolences to you and the family.
may all the wonderful memories always stay dear in your heart!
Linda & Gerry Pearson
MacCharles
Arlene, Harry and Family, our sincere sympathy to all of you. I will never forget your Dad.
Margit & Rod MacCharles
Bonnie McLean
Dear Arleen, Harry and family,
We are so sorry to hear Stormy has passed on. He will always be remembered as someone who could make you laugh on the worst days. He had a huge heart and remember how much he loved all of you.
Bonnie and Al McLean