March 27, 1934 ~ March 1, 2018
Charlie passed away at the Pinawa Hospital on Thursday March, 1, 2018 at the age of 83.
Charlie will be lovingly remembered by his step-daughters: Barbara (Steve), Cindy (Art), and Crystal (Darin); sister Coreen Terrio; all his special nieces and nephews, as well as many friends.
Charlie was predeceased by his wife June, sister Caroline and brothers James, George and Clifford.
Charlie started working for Hydro on April 16, 1952 as a Tramway labourer. He also drove a bus to Slave Falls, and Lac Du Bonnet, and from 1979-1982 he drove the school bus to Lac du Bonnet. Charlie retired on January 12, 1986 as a Tramway Equipment Operator.
Charlie was always willing to lend a helping hand and was a friend to everyone he met. He left a legacy of 28 lots for cottages and homes which is located on Shand Road in Pointe du Bois. Charlie’s love of the outdoors included hunting, fishing, and cutting wood on the Winnipeg River and George Lake.
The family would like to thank Dr. Bruneau and the staff at Pinawa hospital for all the care and compassion they showed towards Charlie, especially Cathy.
As per Charlie’s wishes, Cremation has taken place and no formal service will be held.
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Rachael Scarth
We would like to send our condolences on Charlie’s passing. We will remember the gracious hospitality and support from Charlie and June, and their enjoyment of the beautiful view from their deck on a summer afternoon.
Genevieve/Marcel Perchotte
Our deepest condolence to June and family. I just found out and wish I could have been at the funeral.
James
The best uncle a kid could have asked for. I can thank my uncle Charlie for my morals and passing on my general life values. I miss him alot.
Douglas R Shand
We were just getting to know Charlie and June in the last 2 years of their lives. Charlie was my father’s ( Raymond Shand ) half brother from his father’s first marriage. We shared family stories and photographs. We are grateful for our brief meetings. RIP