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WILHELM (BILL) BORN With family by his side, Bill passed away at Victoria Hospital Saturday morning, June 13, 2015 at the age of 84. Bill's last few breaths had an angelic tone personifying his love for music. His memory will be cherished by his wife, Mary, children: Brian (Bev), Darlene Woolley, Gerry, Brenda, and Jim, grandchildren: Andrea Woolley, George (Tiffany) Woolley, Brandon Born and Brittany Born, and great-grandchild, Lia Woolley. He is survived by his brother, George, sisters: Tina and Elsie, and many nieces, nephews and cousins. In 1951 he married Mary, and Bill was a devoted, loving husband and father who enjoyed simple pleasures of family, fellowship, faith, choir, community, song, music and golf. Bill was part of a quartet for many years providing music and song to celebrate special events at senior homes and various venues. His passion for gardening and landscaping was evident throughout his life. At the age of 59, Bill retired from 35 years of service with Petro Canada and was baptized that same year. Bill shall be fondly remembered for his dry and witty sense of humour, often seen embracing laughter full-heartedly. Always the gentleman, even when bed ridden, Bill would greet everyone with a handshake and a smile. Bill's generous heart was known to those whom shared time with him. We'll miss him dearly. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, June 18 at 11:00 a.m. at Morrow Gospel Church, 755 St. Anne's Road, Winnipeg, Manitoba. The family would like to extend their sincere appreciation to the staff at Victoria Hospital 4th Floor for their kindness and compassion during Bill's last few months. If people so desire, donations may be made in memory of Bill Born to Morrow Gospel Church or Victoria General Hospital Foundation - "Darlene Williams' Comfort Room", 2340 Pembina Hwy., Winnipeg, MB R3T 2E8, or go to www.thevicfoundaton.ca. Family and friends may sign a Book of Condolence at www.glenlawn.ca Glen Lawn Funeral Home 204-982-7550
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jun 16, 2015
Condolences & Memories (5 entries)
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I have come to know and love "Dad" over the past 15 years and I will miss his quick wit, ready smile, warm hug and loving personality. Brenda has been my closest friend and through her, I came to be part of her parents extended family. - Posted by: Carol Stephens ("Adopted daughter" of family) on: Jun 17, 2015
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Darlene, I am so sorry for your loss. Please extend my condolences to your family. - Posted by: Donna Prystenski-Larner (school friend of Darlene) on: Jun 17, 2015
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A witness to his Christian beliefs to the end of his Earthly life. a great example of kindness and compassion. - Posted by: Peter Dyck () on: Jun 17, 2015
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Sincere sympathy, Brenda and family, on the loss of your father. May he rest in peace. My thoughts are with you at this sad and difficult time. - Posted by: Katherine McLennan (friend) on: Jun 16, 2015
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We will miss Bill, his humor, his laugh, his singing but most of all, his deep concern for people. Our thoughts and prayers will continue with Mary and his family as they adjust to the new normals in their lives. - Posted by: Ginny & Wes Thiessen (Friends from Morrow Gospel Church) on: Jun 16, 2015
