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HILDEGARD BEHNKE
HILDEGARD BEHNKE Peacefully, at Donwood Manor on Thursday, September 23, 2004 at the age of 91 years. Funeral service will be held on Monday, September 27, 2004 at 1:00 p.m. at Mission Baptist Church, 771 Sargent Ave. Viewing at the church prior to the service. Longer obituary to follow in Saturday's edition. KLASSEN FUNERAL HOME 1897 Henderson - North of McIvor - 925-1120
DOROTHY BINGHAM
DOROTHY MARY BINGHAM Peacefully, Dorothy Bingham passed away on September 21, 2004, aged 91. She is survived by her son Neil of London, England; and her brothers, Mick of Langley, BC, and Ron of Winnipeg. She was predeceased by her husband Norm in 2003; and daughter Lynne in 2001. Dorothy was born
in Brighton, England, on March 8, 1913. She came to Canada with her family in 1927. During the 1930s she worked for the mail-order department of Eaton's department store, leaving in 1939 when she married Norm. Dorothy and Norm always lived in Elmwood, until their move to West Park Manor Personal Care Home in 2001. Funeral service will take place at St. Luke's Anglican Church, 130 Nassau St. N., on Friday, September 24 at 2:00 p.m. Thomson Funeral Home - 669 Broadway 925-1120
SHEILA BJARNARSON
SHEILA BJARNARSON Peacefully on Thursday, September 23, 2004 at Grace Hospital, Sheila Bjarnarson, beloved wife of George, passed away at the age of 68 years. Full obituary to follow in Saturday's paper. Arrangements entrusted to: CHAPEL LAWN FUNERAL HOME CREMATION AND RECEPTION CENTRE 885-9715
DAVID BOUCHARD
DAVID BOUCHARD Suddenly at home on Wednesday, September 22, 2004, David passed away very peacefully at the age of 36 years. Survived by his wife, Tannis (Morgan) and daughter Renee; parents, Joel and Linda (De Baets); sister and brother-in-law, Michelle (Bruce), Dave (Bev) Morgan, Pam (Frank), Scott (Tara), Stacey (Owen); special nephew Aaron; who he took under his wing like a brother/son and other nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his grandparents, Armand and Marguerite De Baets and Paul Bouchard and by his mother-in-law Wilma Morgan. His online name was MaJiK and now the "magic" has gone from our lives. In his generosity he has donated to the Manitoba Transplant Program, so he'll continue to live on by helping others. Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Saturday, September 25 at 10:00 a.m. in Christ the King Parish, 847 St. Mary's Rd. Interment to follow in Green Acres Cemetery, Hwy # 1 E. at Navin Road. In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Manitoba, 200 - 6 Donald St., Winnipeg, MB R3L 0K8. GREEN ACRES Funeral Home and Cemetery Hwy. #1 E. at Navin, 1-204-925-1120
ROSS CAIRNS
ROSS DOUGLAS CAIRNS May 24, 1928 - September 20, 2004 "True happiness does not come from possessions or fame: it comes from the quality of your relationships with the people you love and respect". It is with deep sorrow that the family announces the passing of our husband, father, and grandfather Ross. He died peacefully and with dignity on September 20, 2004 at the age of 76 at the Grandview & District Hospital after a courageous 5-year battle with cancer. Ross will be fondly remembered and sorely missed by his loving wife of 49 years Inez (Yuill) Cairns of Grandview; his children, Kim (Roger) of Brandon, Blaire (Marie-Anne) of Grandview, and Brenda of Gilbert Plains; grandchildren, Jeff, Jillian, Michael, Pierce, and Lance. He is also survived by brothers, Lloyd (Bertha) and Elmer (Dorothy) of Winnipeg, and Jack (Fran) of Toronto; sisters, Ethel (Pointe-Claire, PQ) and Bessie (Surrey, BC); sisters-in-law, Noreen and Louise (Winnipeg), Winnie (White Rock, BC), and Jean (Brentwood Bay, BC); brothers-in-law, Don (Pat) Yuill (Westbank, BC), and Jack (Iris) Yuill (Gilbert Plains, MB); as well as numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. He was predeceased by his parents, George and Mildred; infant sister Eileen; brothers, Ray, Cecil, and Ernie; brothers-in law, Ross Yuill, Jack McLellan, and Ray Aberdeen. Ross was born
in Wadena, SK, and the second youngest of 10 children. When he was a child, he moved with his parents to Winnipeg, and there he attended Laura Secord Elementary School and Gordon Bell High School where he became quite an accomplished soccer player. He then went on to attend United College and the University of Manitoba, where he graduated in 1954 with his Degree in Pharmacy. He was united in marriage to Inez Yuill on July 2, 1955 in Gilbert Plains. Upon graduating from the University of Manitoba, Ross worked in the Boyd Dispensary in Winnipeg for 2 years. With his wife and baby daughter, they moved to Minnedosa in 1957. Here, Ross began a life-long affiliation with the Kinsmen Clubs of Canada by joining the Minnedosa Kinsmen. He was contact man for the chartering of the Kinsmen Club of Gilbert Plains. He taught Sunday School, led a Tyro group, was President of the Red Cross and helped to start the first Red Cross Water Safety Program in Minnedosa. He was Chairman of the Parks Board when the lake area was cleared to begin what is now the Minnedosa Lake Resort. Upon leaving Minnedosa, Ross was presented with Honorary Citizenship of the Town of Minnedosa. In 1959, Ross and his family moved to Virden, where Ross worked for J. Higginbotham & Sons Pharmacy. He became deeply involved in Kinsmen works, and under his presidency, the Kinsmen with hammer, saw and sweat constructed a school for mentally handicapped children (one of the first of its kind in Canada). For this project, the Kinsmen club of Virden was awarded the Hal Rogers Service Shield for the best service project in Canada. The same year, Ross won the Kin Quill award for the best editorial in the national Kin magazine. Ross also played hockey, coached baseball and soccer, and taught Sunday School in Virden. In 1965, Ross and Inez purchased their first pharmacy in Cartwright, MB. Ross was instrumental in the formation of the Kinsmen Club of Cartwright, and as Charter president he guided the Club as they transformed a bush area by the river into a beautiful Kinsmen Park with swimming area, bathhouses, and large picnic grounds. For this endeavor they won the Kinsmen District 2 Shield for the best project in the District 2 area (which extends from Thunder Bay to the Saskatchewan border). Ross was on the Turtle Mountain School Board as a trustee, taught Sunday School and became the Mayor of Cartwright. He was the Centennial Chairman for both the 1967 and 1970 Centennials and a new park was developed at this time. During these years, Ross was coach or manager of many different minor teams and was Sports Editor for the Minor Hockey League for the local newspaper, the Southern Manitoba Review. He served as Secretary-Treasurer of the Cartwright Community Centre. In 1976, Ross was honoured at the 10th Anniversary of the Kinsmen Club of Cartwright as he was presented with a Life Membership in the Kinsmen Clubs of Canada. During his career in Kinsmen, Ross held all local club offices. In 1972, Ross and Inez moved to Grandview after purchasing the Pharmacy from Ed March. In 1981, they also purchased the Pharmacy in Gilbert Plains. Ross immediately became involved in community service in Grandview. He served on the board of the Grandview Personal Care Home, as Secretary/Treasurer of the Swimming Pool and was contact member in the Chartering of the Kinsmen Club of Grandview. He was involved with the Chamber of Commerce, Minor Hockey, Minor Ball, museum, church, school affairs, and the K-40 club in Gilbert Plains. Up until this spring, he was actively involved in skating, curling, and golf, and could usually be seen briskly walking around town or cross country skiing down the river. He and Inez loved to travel and especially loved Mexico and the local friends that they made there. Many people will remember Ross as the "Bread Man" and there are probably not too many people in town who have not tasted his wares. Ross enjoyed playing cards, and contrary to what some members of his family might say, he is still the undisputed canasta champion. He also loved to garden and experiment with new ways to grow potatoes! Ross was a true philanthropist, gladly supporting any number of causes, no matter how big or how small, either monetarily or by the sweat of his brow, as he demonstrated during the Gilbert Plains golf course expansion and renovations. He lived by the creed "Light is the task when all share the toil". As a pharmacist, Ross never did retire. He was always actively involved in his chosen profession. Over his career, he served on the Manitoba Pharmaceutical Association board as a member of the Manitoba Drug Standards and Therapeutics Committee, was a Life Member of the Canadian Pharmacists' Association, and a Life Member of the University of Manitoba Alumni Association and over the years has been a staunch supporter of all Pharmacy endeavors. In 1978, Ross was selected by his peers to be the recipient of the Robin's Bowl of Hygeia as Pharmacist of the Year. This is a prestigious award within the pharmacy profession and is awarded to a pharmacist on the basis of community involvement and volunteerism. In April of 2004, Ross was awarded his 50-year pin, celebrating half a century as a licensed pharmacist in Manitoba. His love of his profession certainly rubbed off on his children, as all three became pharmacists. He dispensed his knowledge and advice professionally but often with a touch of humour that made him the extraordinary character that he was. He was very proud of his children and grandchildren, always encouraging and supporting their endeavours. He made time out of his often busy schedule to attend as many of their special events as possible. A Celebration of Ross's Life was held on Thursday, September 23, 2004 at 2:00 p.m. from Grandview United Church, with Rev. David Barrows and Mrs. Peggy Barrows officiating with a private interment to follow. Our family would like to thank all the friends and family who supported them through this very difficult time. We are very, very grateful to Dr. J. Elliott and Dr. R. Fourie who were very open with us and included and guided us in the decision making process. We are also very grateful to the nursing staff that gave Ross such excellent and compassionate care while in the Hospital and made him and us as comfortable as possible. Thanks also to all other hospital staff and to Sheila Kringle our community health nurse for their fine care. As an expression of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Grandview and District New Community Hall, C/O The Kinsmen Club of Grandview, Box 622, Grandview, MB ROL OYO. Letters of Condolence to the family may be forwarded to nairn@mts.net Nairn-Chyz Funeral Home Entrusted With Arrangements Roblin, MB (204) 937-2111
ELSIE CARLSON
ELSIE CARLSON On Wednesday, September 22, 2004 at the Gimli Memorial Hospital, Elsie Carlson passed away at the age of 94 years. Arrangements are pending. NEIL BARDAL INC. 949-2200
LEE CHOY
LEE HOY CHOY Peacefully on September 21, 2004, with her son, daughter and daughter-in-law by her side. Predeceased by her husband, Joseph Lun-You and grandson Fred Lun-Fai. She will be sadly missed by her son, Ben Wing-Chak and his wife So Sheung; their sons, Bob and Dan, daughters-in-law, Julie and Lyne; and grandchildren, Nicole, Christian, Alexander, Melissa, Jeremy, Jasmyne and Mackenzie; and her daughter Shirley Sin Yuen and grandson Nicholas. Born in the village of Wah-On in China, June 15, 1908. Emigrated to Canada with her daughter to join her husband and son in Saskatchewan. Settled in Winnipeg in 1957 and ran the family Hong Kong Restaurant with her husband until his retirement in 1965. She was known best for her generous spirit, humanitarian outlook, and love of children. She always led an active social life, and everyone who met her came away with a lasting impression of her goodness and nobility. The family would like to thank Oakview Extendicare, particularly Dr. Gregg and all the nurses, aides and staff for their devotion and compassionate care. Thanks also to the many friends and relations who were so supportive in this most difficult time. Viewing will be held Sunday, September 26 between 7:00 and 8:00 p.m. Funeral service on Monday, September 27 at Noon; both at Thomson Funeral Home, 669 Broadway. In her memory, the family will disburse funds to selected charities. Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to the Lee Hoy Choy Trust Fund at Astra Credit Union, 1907 Portage Ave. In addition, a tree will be planted in her honour in the village of her birth. " The blossom ripens and falls in a season; its beauty never fades." THOMSON Funeral Home - 669 Broadway - 925-1120
MARIA de SOUSA
MARIA GLORIA de SOUSA April 15, 1918 - September 23, 2004 Peacefully, with her family by her side, Maria passed away on September 23, 2004 at the Calvary Place. Maria leaves to cherish her memory her daughters, Lurdes (Vasco) Andrade, Fatima (Gilberto) Ribeiro of CA, Maria Jose (Michael) Leschyshyn and Esmeralda; her grandchildren, Vasco, Carlos, Rui, Peter, Elizabeth, Robert, Renata, Derek and Jason and six great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her loving husband Manuel in 1986. Maria was born
in Sao Miguel, Acores. Mom was a devoted wife and mother. She was very hard working and her favourite pastimes were crocheting and reading. The family would like to thank the staff on the 3rd floor, south wing of Calvary Place for all their compassion and care. Prayers will be said on Friday, September 24 at 5:00 p.m. at Immaculate Conception Roman Catholic Church, 181 Austin St. North. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, September 25 at 10:00 a.m. also at the church with Fr. Jose Eduardo Medeiros as celebrant. Interment will follow in Assumption Cemetery. CROPO FUNERAL CHAPEL 586-8044
CONSTANCE DOERR
M. CONSTANCE (CONNIE) DOERR (nee MARRIN) Connie Doerr passed away peacefully on September 20, 2004 at the Oakview Place Nursing Home at the age of 102 years. Connie was born
to Daisy and Edward Marrin on September 21, 1902. Besides her parents she was predeceased by her husband George in 1966 and her daughter Georgine Creery in 1999. Surviving are her daughter Carolyn Smith of Maryland, U.S.A.; five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren and her sister Ruth Fadell of Minneapolis U.S.A. During her marriage the family had also lived in Saskatoon and Toronto. The family would like to extend their appreciation to nephew Lindsay and his wife Aline who were so helpful to Connie since George died. Special thanks are also extended to the nurses and staff of Oakview Place for their care and kindness, in particular Leila Bustamente. Connie will be lovingly remembered for her grace, dignity and sweet disposition. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, September 25 at 10:00 a.m. in the Thomson Funeral Home, 669 Broadway with Fr. Mark Tarrant officiating. Following a reception, the interment will follow in St. Mary's Cemetery. THOMSON Funeral Home - 669 Broadway - 925-1120
HELEN DRIEDGER
HELEN DRIEDGER (nee KRAHN) Helen Driedger passed away Wednesday, September 22, 2004 at the Menno Home for the Aged, Grunthal, MB at the age of 94 years. She was born
on a farm in the village of Grigorievka on the steppes of the Ukraine on December 16, 1909. Her parents were Bernhard and Katherina (nee Bartel) Krahn. When she was 13 years old, her father died, leaving her mother a widow with seven young children to care for. This was also a time when the political climate in Russia had become most unstable and somewhat dangerous. In 1925, the family, together with their widowed Grandfather Bartel, emigrated to Canada, seeking greater security and opportunity for the children. They eventually settled on a small farm in Pansy and later in Grunthal. Helen married John A. Driedger in 1932. She personified the boundless love and devotion which only a mother, grandmother and great-grandmother can give. Her deep faith in God and her Saviour Jesus Christ seemingly gave her an endless capacity for love for her large family of seven children, 24 grandchildren and 39 great-grandchildren. She shared the joys and sorrows, successes and failures of each and every one and was their biggest prayer warrior. She constantly thanked God for keeping her large family relatively healthy, and made Oma's house a haven of warmth and security for all of them! We, the family are most grateful for the many years she was given to us. She is survived by her children, Lena (Jake) Schapansky, Albert (Mary), John (Judy), Ellie (Jake) Friesen, Johanna (Lloyd) Kellett, Fred (Shirley) and Victor (Cindy) and their families. Viewing will be held at Birchwood Funeral Chapel on Friday, September 24 at 7:00 p.m. with a devotional at 7:30 p.m. The funeral service will be held Saturday, September 25 at 2:00 p.m. at Elim Mennonite Church, Grunthal. Interment in Grunthal Cemetery. In memory of Helen, donations may be made to the Menno Home Foundation, Box 280; Grunthal, MB R0A 0R0 or to a charity of one's choice. Arrangements entrusted to: Birchwood Funeral Chapel 150 Penfeld Dr.; Steinbach, MB 1-888-454-1030 or 1-204-346-1030
CLARENCE EDWARDS
CLARENCE R. EDWARDS Peacefully on Thursday, September 23, 2004, Clarence Edwards passed away at the Health Sciences Centre. Longer obituary to follow. CROPO FUNERAL CHAPEL 586-8044
MARILYN EVENSON
MARILYN JOYCE EVENSON It is with great sorrow we announce the passing of our beloved wife, mother and grandmother, Marilyn Joyce Evenson (nee Mountain) on September 20, 2004. Left to mourn her passing are her loving husband Bill; daughters, Cynthia Smith, Sherry Hope, Kimberly Tavalino and son David; as well as sons-in-law, Tom Hope and Jay Tavalino. In addition, left to mourn her passing are her cherished grandchildren, Nicole Hope, Stephanie Tavalino, Diana Smith, Jessica Hope, Katelynn Evenson, Toni Smith, Anthony Tavalino, Zachary Hope, Christopher Tavalino, Emily Tavalino and Maggie Hope. Also remaining behind are her brother John Mountain; sisters-in-law, Jill Mountain, Darlene Kazimer and Kathleen Kirkham and brother-in-law Patrick Kazimer. Marilyn was predeceased by her mother Edna May Mountain; her father Arthur Mountain and her father and mother-in-law Orville and Lena Evenson. Born in Winnipeg July 25, 1942 she lived in Winnipeg, Toronto, Vancouver, Ashern and returned to Winnipeg where she joined the Navy in January 1962. It was while serving in Halifax that she met her husband Bill in September 1962 and they were married April 27, 1963. Prior to the birth of their first daughter, Marilyn left the Navy to become a full time wife and mother and for the following 29 years until they retired from the military she had two more daughters and one son while coping with the stresses of military life. She looked forward to the postings and the challenges each provided. She lived her life with passion, compassion and a willingness to help others in their time of need. Along the way, she made friends, with too many to mention, but be assured she remembered and cherished them all. Marilyn will be greatly missed by those she left behind but will never be forgotten. Cremation has taken place and in accordance with her wishes a small service attended by her immediate family was held. The family wishes to thank the staff of the Grace Hospital Emergency Room and the Intensive Care Unit for their kind and compassionate care of Marilyn in her final hours. In lieu of flowers, Marilyn has requested donations to The Heart and Stroke Foundation, 6 Donald St., Winnipeg, MB R3L 0K6. Rest in peace my darling, for you have surely earned it. THOMSON Funeral Home - 669 Broadway 925-1120
HENRY FIDDLER
HENRY JAMES FIDDLER It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Henry James Fiddler of Peguis First Nation at the Percy E. Moore Hospital on September 22, 2004 at the age of 65 years. Arrangements Entrusted To ANDERSON FAMILY FUNERAL HOME Ashern, Manitoba 1-866-293-4951
EMMANUEL FREYNET
EMMANUEL (MANNY) FREYNET Peacefully, following a lengthy illness, our beloved husband, father, grandpa and friend, Manny Freynet passed away on September 23, 2004 at Tache Centre at the age of 78 years. Manny was born
on January 5, 1926 in Sandilands, MB. He was one of five children born
to the late Achille and Alexina Freynet. He was predeceased by one daughter Jacqueline; his brother Aime and by two sisters, Irene and Elodie. He leaves to mourn his wife Alice; his brother Edgar; his children, Real (Irene), Valerie (John) and Daniel (Kimberley); grandsons, Rejean, Justin, Richard, Travis and Gage. Many sisters and brothers-in-law, nieces and nephews also cherish his memory. The family would like to express their gratitude to the staff of Tache Nursing Home for their personal and professional care of our father. A special thank you to Uncle Ed for being there for Dad every day and also to Alphonse, Dad's good friend and coffee buddy. Funeral service will take place on Saturday, September 25 at 10:00 a.m. at Green Acres Funeral Home, Hwy # 1 E. at Navin Road with viewing half hour prior to service time. Father Isaie Blanchette, o.m.i., will preside. Cremation with a private family interment to follow at St. Boniface Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to charity of your choice. When you're alone with Jesus And He sweetly smiles on thee. Will you gently whisper to Him A little prayer for me? And when I'm alone with Jesus And all else is hid from view I'll gently drop into His heart A little prayer for you. Rest in Peace Dad. GREEN ACRES Funeral Home and Cemetery Hwy. #1 E. at Navin, 1-204-925-1120
WILLIAM GIBSON
WILLIAM (BILL) HECTOR GIBSON March 17, 1919 - September 19, 2004 Peacefully on Sunday, September 19, 2004 with his children at his side, Dad slipped away to be with his beloved wife Helen who predeceased him on June 16, 2004. Dad will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered by his daughters, Catherine Robbins of Winnipeg, Helen I. Gibson of Lynn Lake and son David of Winnipeg; his grandchildren, Shannon Lee, Diana (Jim), Shaun (Stacy), Cara and Christa; his great-grandchildren, Samantha, Joshua, Jacob, Chaisse and Austin; special family friend Pam (Rick) Dyer and family. Bill is also survived by his sister Charlotte Wright and in-laws, Sue (Joe) Kellsey, Bill Milne, Dave (Catherine) Milne and many nieces and nephews. Bill was predeceased by his parents, Wilfred and Isabella Gibson; sisters, Elizabeth Eccles and Margaret Edgar; nieces, Beverly Woyna and Audrey Wright; in-laws, Cliff Eccles, Cecil Wright, Bill Edgar, Ruby Milne, Ann and Fern McGeachan and Sam McGarvie. Bill was born
in Transcona, attended Transcona Central School from 1926 - 1935 and then Manitoba Technical Vocational School, where he took courses in Woodworking and Stationary Engineering. Graduating in 1938, he worked as a Plumbers' Helper until joining the C.N.R. in June 1939 as a Carman Apprentice, but took a leave of absence on September 9, 1939 to join the 19th Field Battery, RCA as a Signaller. He was stationed at McGregor Barracks until he left for training at the Signal School in Kingston, ON, returning to Winnipeg in time to entrain for Halifax, December 3, 1939 and sailed to the United Kingdom on December 10, 1939. Bill returned to Winnipeg as a Sergeant on February 9, 1945 on rotation leave after serving in the invasion of Sicily and Italy, and married Helen Milne, his wife of 59 years, on March 10, 1945. Upon discharge from the Army, following a posting to Camp Shilo as a Signal Instructor, he returned to the C.N.R. on September 4, 1945 to complete his apprenticeship. He worked in the Freight Car and Coach Shops as a Carman, as Material Manager in the Freight Car Shop, in the Foreign Billing Unit, then was promoted to Assistant Foreman supervising gangs in both the Freight and Coach Shops until he retired in March, 1979 as a Supervisor, three months short of forty years of service. Bill joined the Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 7 in 1946 and throughout his lifetime of dedication to the Legion had been chairman of all the Standing Committees and served on the Branch Audit Committee, Branch Colour Party, two Special Building Committees and the Special Fire Investigation Committee. He served on the Graves Committee, during which he requested the city to set aside additional land for future use in the military section of Transcona Cemetery. He also served on the graves Restoration Committee, Mark Ten Wheelchair Committee, Winnipeg 100 Club Inc., Joint Veterans Liaison Committee, Joint Hospital Visiting Committee of which he was Chairman from 1990 - 1999, and the Winnipeg Metropolitan Committee. He was Chairman of the Provincial Command Action Committee during the Quebec crises, Co-chairman of the Provincial Command Shrine Circus Committee, Chairman of the Provincial Command Blood Donor Committee from 1979 - 1981 and Co-Chairman from 1981 - 1985, and was with the Provincial Command Hospital Committee from 1956 - 1989. Bill represented Zone 62 as delegate from 1958 - 2001 and also served as Zone Commander, Past Zone Commander and Branch Delegate during that time. He also represented District 6 as a delegate from 1958 - 2001 and also served as District Commander, Deputy District Commander, District Treasurer, District Auditor and Branch Delegate during that time. As well, he represented Provincial Command at the Provincial Command Council from 1977 - 1981 and was Provincial Command Honorary President from 1985 - 1987. Throughout his distinguished years of Legion service Bill earned many Awards and Certificates of Merit, including the Meritorious Service Medal with Palm Leaf. Bill was elected to two terms as a School Trustee between 1952 - 1955, was appointed to the Transcona Traffic Board from 1952 - 1955 and was also a member of the Sons of Scotland since 1956. Bill was active in the Westview Home and School Association, Parent's Committee of the 1st Transcona Cubs and was a member of the Transcona and District Pipers and Drummers Association. He was a member of the Railway Carmen of America and a member of the Railway Supervisor's Association of which he was President from 1977 - 1978 and a member of the Manitoba C.N. Pensioner's Association. The City of Winnipeg honoured Bill by naming the Canterbury Park street "William Gibson Bay" in recognition of his years of service to the community. Friends may call to pay their respects Sunday evening between 7:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. at Transcona Funeral Chapel, 1800 Day St. Funeral Service to follow Monday, September 27 at 2:00 p.m. also at the Chapel, with Chaplains, Paul Martin and John Diamond officiating. Pallbearers will be Shannon Lee Robbins, Diana Gluting, Shaun Robbins, Christa Robbins, Bill Edgar, Andrew Flook and Cara Robbins (honorary). If friends so desire, memorial donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or to a charity of one's choice. Love you forever. Transcona Funeral Chapel in care of arrangements.
