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COLUMBUS JONES
Born: Sep 14, 1928
Date of Passing: Sep 25, 2015
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COLUMBUS JONES September 14, 1928 - September 25, 2015 Peacefully on Sept. 25, 2015, Columbus Jones, aged 87, passed away at St. Boniface Hospital with his family at his side. He will be lovingly remembered by his daughters Leslie (Charles), Lorene (Ken); his sons Dennis (Debbie), Nelson (Carol); his grandchildren Allister, Amanda (Sean), Kaila (Matthew), Kelsey, Justin, Alysha, Delaney, Jordan; his great-grandchildren Aleah, Kadeem, Cadence, Myles, Anna and Noah, his brother Clifton, and many nieces and nephews. Dad was predeceased by his loving wife Betty, parents Columbus and Elnora Jones, sister Inez, and brothers Willie and Clarence. As a young graduate from high school, Dad left Memphis, TN and embarked on a journey to Canada to work for the CP Railroad as a sleeping car porter. Eventually he would make his way to Winnipeg were he met the love of his life, Betty, and they would marry and raise four children. His career path would change to the City of Winnipeg Transit Dept. where he drove for 33 years until retirement. Dad was a faithful servant of Christ. In his retirement, he devoted most of his time to St. Joseph the Worker Parish as a spiritual care volunteer and became a Fourth Degree Knight of the Knights of Columbus. Dad loved the outdoors, including tenting at Falcon Lake and the many years building and relaxing at the family cottage in Northwest Ontario. But Dad's greatest joy was being surrounded by his family. He was extremely proud of the accomplishments of his children, and truly enjoyed a raucous game of hide and seek or a quiet game of cards with both his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was brightest when the whole family would gather together to celebrate birthdays and special occasions. The family would like to thank Dr. Chowdhury of CancerCare Manitoba and the WRHA Palliative Care Program. The family would also like to extend our gratitude for the compassionate care provided by the doctors and staff at the Palliative Care Unit at St. Boniface General Hospital. A Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, September 30, 2015 at St. Joseph the Worker Parish, 505 Brewster St. Transcona, with Father Isaie Blanchette officiating. Viewing will commence one hour prior to mass with reception to follow in the church hall. A Private family interment to follow reception. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Dad's name to the St. Boniface Hospital Foundation, Palliative Care Endowment Fund, C1026-409 Tache Ave. Family and friends may sign a Book of Condolence at www.glenlawn.ca Glen Lawn Funeral Home 204-982-7550
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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Sep 28, 2015
Condolences & Memories (9 entries)
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Our deepest sympathy for the loss of your precious father. - Posted by: Tony & Teri Sherman (Friend of Nelson) on: Sep 30, 2015
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Thoughts and prayers to Nellie and his entire family. Sending our deepest sympathies - Marc, Krysta & Jake Denner - Posted by: Marc, Krysta & Jake Denner () on: Sep 30, 2015
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On behalf of Park manor residents and staff, I'd like to express our deepest sympathy to the family. Columbus was such a vey nice and friendly man. He helped with St. Joseph's services each month at the home. I was sorry that I could not make it to the funeral. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and close fiends. - Posted by: Bernice Middlestead (Friend) on: Sep 30, 2015
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Prayers and deepest sympathy to Nellie and the rest of the family. You are in our thoughts. Love ya, butch Connie and family. - Posted by: Connie mueller () on: Sep 30, 2015
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Columbus and I came up from the States to live in Winnipeg about the same time,over 60 years ago. We both worked for the Winnipeg Transit for more than 30 years. The memories of Columbus are everlasting in my heart. My sympathies are with you. I am praying God brings you peace and comfort in this time of great sorrow. Oliver D. Gardner - Posted by: Oliver Gardner (Good Friend) on: Sep 29, 2015
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Our deepest sympathy to the family. We enjoyed many, many talks with Columbus in church. Such a wonderful man! We regret that we can't make it to the funeral. So sorry. He was a joy to work with at all of the church functions we did. - Posted by: Joanne and Donalene Dowgan (friend) on: Sep 29, 2015
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One of the nicest men I've ever met... My thoughts and prayers are with the family. - Posted by: Robert Webb (Friend) on: Sep 28, 2015
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Deepest sympathy to Leslie and family. - Posted by: Mindy Kaye () on: Sep 28, 2015
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You will be missed by your fellow knights. God Bless you Bro. Sincere sympathy to your family.D - Posted by: Bro. Ray L'Heureux (Brother Knight) on: Sep 28, 2015
