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JOHN EMIL TRAGER
Date of Passing: Nov 09, 2014
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryJOHN EMIL TRAGER May 12, 1927 - November 9, 2014 Peacefully on November 9, 2014 John passed into a better life, free of wheelchairs and full of jokes and conversation. John is survived by Elsie his beloved wife of 62 years. Children; Mary-Anne and Bob Boutilier, Kathy and Russ Erlandson, Barb and Joe Melo. Grandchildren; Cindy and Dino Shields, Kim Boutilier and Jordan Aube, Theresa and Troy Pihulak, Samantha Erlandson and Evan Wiebe and Erik Erlandson and greatgrandson Brett Shields, sister Frances Klyne and sister-in-law Carole Maxom and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. John spent his entire working life at Wallingford Press as a Typesetter. Also John was very involved in his church life at St. Alphonsus Church. Wherever a lay person could be involved, John was there. John had a hobby that became an all-encompassing passion: Bowling - he loved the game and while he was a good bowler (185 average) He established early on he excelled on the executive side. He spent many years deeply involved in St. Joseph's Men's Club. Bowling Magazine, the Official Publication of the American Bowling Congress, said it correctly "John Trager - Mr. Bowling in Canada" His list of accomplishments are many and his awards and recognition for a lifetime of hard work are extensive. 1951-1988-Secretary St.Josephs Mens League 1957-1959-President Winnnipeg City Senior Ten Pin League 1961-1963-President Winnipeg Bowling Association 1964-1995-Secretary/Treasurer Manitoba Provincial Ten Pin Bowling Association 1964-Founding Member of Canadian Ten Pin Federation 1964-Founding Member Manitoba Provincial Ten Pin Bowling association 1970-Founding Member Manitoba Bowling Federation 1972-Founding Member Manitoba Ten Pin Federation 1981-Tournament Director FIQ American Zone Championships Winnipeg 1985-1992-President Canadian Ten Pin Federation 1987-Founding Member of Manitoba Bowling Council 1988-Founding Member of Bowling Hall of Fame of Manitoba Johns awards and Recognitions include Numerous Life memberships as well as 1981-Executive of the Year-Bowling federation of Canada 1981-Manitoba Sports Federation Volunteer of the year 1994-Inducted into Canadian Ten Pin Federation hall of fame 1995-Inducted into Manitoba Sports Hall of fame. John and Elsie spent their early retirement years travelling to Las Vegas to watch bowling. John enjoyed his grandchildren and was always smiling when they came to visit. Many thanks to the wonderful caring staff at Kildonan Personal Care Home, John's home for the past few years. Funeral service will be held on Saturday, November 15 at 10:00 a.m. at Glen Lawn Memorial Gardens, opposite the Mint. Brother Joe Lourdusamy OFM Cap will be officiating. In lieu of flowers, a donation to a charity of your choice would be appreciated. Family and friends wishing may sign a book of condolence at www.glenlawn.com Glen Lawn Funeral Home 982-7550
Publish Date: Nov 14, 2014
JOHN EMIL TRAGER May 12, 1927 - November 9, 2014 Peacefully on November 9 John passed into a better life, free of wheelchairs and full of jokes and conversation. Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, November 15 at 10:00 a.m. at Glen Lawn Memorial Gardens, opposite the Mint. Brother Joe Lourdusamy, OFM Cap will be officiating. In lieu of flowers, a donation to a charity of your choice would be appreciated. Longer obituary to follow. Family and friends wishing may sign a book of condolence at www.glenlawn.com Glen Lawn Funeral Home 982-7550
Publish Date: Nov 13, 2014
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 14, 2014
Condolences & Memories (6 entries)
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Our sympathies to Elsie and John's family as well as the entire ten pin bowling community. Inducted in 1995 as a Builder of the sport, John was the epitome of that word... builder. Always quick with a joke and a smile, we'll miss you John. - Posted by: Rick Brownlee (MB Sports Hall of Fame) on: Nov 17, 2014
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My condolences to Kathy and her family on the passing of her father. - Posted by: Brad Childe (classmate form Munroe School ) on: Nov 17, 2014
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We are thinking of Elsie and the family at this time. We met Elsie and John when they lived at Kildonan House. We have fond memories of how much John enjoyed playing Bingo and going to the entertainment evenings. When John moved to Kildonan PCH, we continued to keep a watchful eye on him. It is with sadness we say goodbye to a friend. Rest in Peace John. You will be missed and always remembered. - Posted by: Darlene & Norman Huley (Friends) on: Nov 16, 2014
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So sorry to hear of Mr. Trager's passing. I have many fond memories of the Neil Ave. neighbours back in the day when your neighbour was your friend and all the moms and dads watched over every child. I remember how very kind and soft spoken your dad was. Take care. God bless. - Posted by: Eileen Findlay (neeGregg) (former neighbour) on: Nov 14, 2014
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Sorry to hear of your loss. Although it has been a long time since seeing John, he will be missed. Condolences to everyone. - Posted by: Brent Boutilier (Friend) on: Nov 14, 2014
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Thinking of all of you and wishing I could be there. John was an amazing man and I always enjoyed any time that I spent with him. I know you will have lots of good stories and smiles to share with each other to always keep his memory alive. Hugs to my 3 "sisters" and Elsie. - Posted by: Deb Boutilier (sister in law) on: Nov 14, 2014
