HAROLD EDWARD PROUT

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HAROLD EDWARD PROUT It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our beloved Uncle Harold on the morning of May 18, 2010 at the Victoria General Hospital at the age of 91. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 60 years, Gwen. He is remembered with pride by his sister-in-law Evelyn Reid, nephew and niece Larry (Laurel) and Debbie (Randy). Fondly remembered by great nieces and nephews Lisa (Joel), Stephen (Carissa), Mark (Beth) and Brooke (Justin). With heavy hearts, dearest friends Denis and Isobel Duclos, the Wynne and Alwis families, and wartime faithful friend Jean Oltlammers. Also, Wayne Johansson (Lee) from Powell River. Harold was born in Portage La Prairie, Manitoba on June 12, 1918. After attending schools in Winnipeg and working various jobs including farming he enlisted with the army in 1940. He proudly served with The Royal Winnipeg Rifles during the Second World War. He took part in the D-Day invasion, landing on Juno Beach and continued to serve until he was severely wounded at Moyland Wood, Germany in February of 1945. As a result of his injury, Harold spent four years in hospital until his recovery. Harold and Gwen married on September 12, 1949. They settled in Toronto where he worked at Sunnybrook Hospital in the Prosthetic Department for over 26 years. In 1987, they returned to Winnipeg to be closer to family and watch their great nieces and nephews grow up. Both Gwen and Harold were like loving grandparents to Lisa, Stephen, Mark and Brooke. On weekends their home was the gathering place for family and friends. Uncle Harold always had a big hug for everyone, which will always be lovingly remembered by his family. Harold had many interests and hobbies. He was an avid stamp collector, loved to read wartime and mystery novels, and watched many historical documentaries about the war. To this day, he played crib on a cribbage board he took overseas during the war. He was immensely proud of his military service and it was always part of his life. After the war he remained good friends with Cliff Chadderton of The War Amps and many other fellow veterans. He was a decorated soldier and was enrolled in the French Legion of Honour, receiving the Carpiquet Medal. The family would like to thank Victoria General Hospital, fourth floor staff for their care and kindness. Our heartfelt thanks also to Dr. Pemack, Norm Donogh, retired Colonel Royal Winnipeg Rifles, Sterling House and Bonnie Wainwright, homecare coordinator for all their wonderful comfort and care. A private military service in Harold's honour will be held on May 25. If friends desire, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the War Amps, PO Box 728, Stn. Main, Winnipeg, MB R3C 2K3. THOMSON IN THE PARK 925-1120 Condolences may be sent to www.thomsoninthepark.com

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 22, 2010