1931 ~ 2015
Frank passed away on Thursday, November 5, 2015 at the age of 84 at Lions Manor Personal Care Centre.
He leaves to mourn his loving wife of 60 years Anne, his three children Peter (Elisabeth), Penny (Wade) and Paul (Young Mi), his grandchildren Brenna, Jordan, Dominic, and Ethan and his brother Hugh Barclay (Masami). As well as a caring community in Pinawa.
Frank was born in Vancouver and married the love of his life, Anne, in 1955. The couple lived in Portage la Prairie where he was in the Air Force. Frank accepted a job with AECL in Chalk River and then moved his family to Pinawa in 1965 where the family lived till 2014. He enjoyed his career as a nuclear physicist and was recognised as an inventor.
An avid bird watcher and card game enthusiast, Frank will be remembered as a spiritual, thoughtful, and loving man. He was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and bridge partner.
The family would like to thank the staff at Lions Manor Personal Care Centre for their care and compassion over the past year.
As per Frank’s request, cremation has taken place and a private family funeral will be held.
In lieu of flowers, if friends and family so desire, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Society of Manitoba, 10-120 Donald Street, Winnipeg, MB R3C 4G2.
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Lisa Nayler Griffin
I am sorry to hear about Frank’s passing, he was a wonderful man, I have many memories of him. My condolences to you Anne and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jerry and judy farr
So very sorry to hear of your lose.
Eva Beaudoin
Dear Anne and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss of Frank. He was a wonderful man who would help out everyone. My thoughts and prayers are with you Anne.
Lynn Patterson
It has been such a pleasure knowing Frank and Anne. They were always willing to participate in my political requests, which I was also very grateful for. Frank was a quite, gentle man who was also smart and wise. He shared all of these wonderful traits with me. He has always been a Dear Friend. I’m thinking of you Anne, at this time of change, but know many are deeply saddened at your loss. My deepest condolences..
Barbara Sabanski
Dear Anne & Family:
We are saddened to hear about the loss of your precious Frank. We will remember him as a gentle man and a gentleman.
With respect –
Barbara and Carl Sabanski
Joanne Bueckert
Just wanted you to know that I am thinking of you. So sorry for your loss of your father.
Brenda and Brian McKenzie
Frank defined the term ” an scholar and a gentleman”.
We send our condolences to all the family.
Lori Robb
To the Barclay Family,
My heartfelt condolences to you all. Upon returning to live in Pinawa I had the opportunity to get to know both Frank & Anne. Wonderfully funny, welcoming, gentle people who always left me feeling happy Frank would make me smile just by saying hello. Thinking of you all at this time.
Irene Blaney ( Wiewel)
So sorry to hear of Mr. Barclays passing…Mrs. Barclay and Penny…you are in my thoughts today…
Laurie MacLean
I am so sorry for your loss. I hope it helps a little to know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Purna C. Bera
Frank and Anne were my almost day and night neighbours and relations. Losing Frank is a great loss even though he was away from me for a few years. Dear Anne, I send you my heartfelt condolence. I will remember yours and Frank’s loving care (for a neighbour like me.) It is God’s will that one has to go first so that the love for the other grows eternal and stronger.
I pray to God that He bestow His choicest Blessings on him so that he may rest in Peace, eternally.
Chris and Laurel Vogt
Our condolences to the Barclay family.
Tracy Huguet
Dear Mrs. Barclay and Family,
I will always remember Mr. Barclay’s most sincere handshake, attentive listening ear, warm welcome into his home, quiet, yet fun loving personality, admiration of his wife and family, and devotion to his Lord. I will miss this kind friend of great integrity. We will meet again. Condolences to all of the family.
Love, Tracy
Judi Lambert
Dear Anne, please accept my condolences on Frank’s passing. I always enjoyed my conversations with you on the crescent.