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MAYER RABKIN
Born: Aug 16, 1920
Date of Passing: Jul 25, 2017
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryMAYER RABKIN August 16, 1920 - July 25, 2017 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Mayer Rabkin, our much loved husband, father, grandfather and friend. He is survived by his wife Mavis, children, Tammy, Jack (Linda) and Debbie (Robert), grandchildren, Mark, Melissa, Mitchell and Aaron, sister Sarah Miller, nieces, nephews, and friends. He was predeceased by his parents, Anna and Jacob Rabkin, sisters, Bessie (Alf) Baron, Stella (Morton) Kornblum, and in-laws, Malka and Mendel Chaikin. A learned, gentle, generous and humble man, he was born, raised and lived most of his life in Portage la Prairie. He was a graduate of the Portage Collegiate Institute and the University of Manitoba, Faculty of Agriculture. Mayer volunteered for service in the RCAF during the Second World War. Upon his return to U of M following four years of military service, he met and married his life partner, Mavis Chaikin. They were together for almost 70 years, making their home in Portage where they raised their three children and operated Rabkin's Department Store until retirement. He was a community-minded gentleman who was immersed in all aspects of community life including the Portage Golf Club, Rotary Club, Masonic Order, and B'nai B'rith. He served on the boards of Children's Aid Society of Central Manitoba, Home and School Association, Chamber of Commerce, and the Portage Synagogue. Besides his family and community, his greatest passion was classical music. He began playing the trumpet in the Portage School and Community orchestras. Mavis and Mayer were longtime patrons of the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra. Upon retirement, he and Mavis moved to Winnipeg to be near their children. They enjoyed a happy retirement, spending time with family and friends, playing bridge, golf, and travelling to Palm Springs each winter. Funeral services were held July 27, 2017 at the Shaarey Zedek Synagogue, officiated by Rabbi Matthew Leibl. Pallbearers were grandsons, Aaron Witzke, Mark Rabkin, and Mitchell Rabkin, nephew Marc Baron, daughter-in-law Linda Rabkin, and son-in-law Robert Witzke. Heartfelt thanks to: Dr. Perry Gall, family physician, for his respectful and compassionate care; Danielle Hall, home care coordinator, for her patience and dedication; and Lisa Beck and Janet Rowe, home care, who Mayer called his angels. Family also extends thanks to Drs. George and Joshua and their team on 3 South at Grace General Hospital. If desired, donations in his memory may be made to the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra, 204-949-3989.
Publish Date: Aug 5, 2017
MAYER RABKIN August 16, 1920 - July 25, 2017 With deep sadness we announce the passing of Mayer Rabkin. Funeral service to be held at Shaarey Zedek Synagogue, 561 Wellington Crescent on Thursday, July 27 at 1:30 p.m. Longer obituary to follow.
Publish Date: Jul 26, 2017
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Aug 05, 2017
Condolences & Memories (8 entries)
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Tammy, my condolences go to you and your family on the loss of of your father. From the tributes written about him, he must have been a true gentleman. May your memories of happy times bring you through the sadness you feel now. - Posted by: Bev Lesiuk (Former co-worker of Tammy's) on: Aug 09, 2017
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Tammy and family - I so enjoyed both of your parents, so much a part of my growing up years, and I am sending you all hugs and my deepest sympathy. - Posted by: Brenda Elliott (Childhood friend) on: Aug 07, 2017
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Condolences to Debbie and the Rabkin family on the loss of their father and grandfather. Best wishes in the big adjustment to life without him. I see his quality of character in the writing of the obituary and I see it expressed in you, Debbie, and probably through the rest of the family. Hope all will be well with all of you. - Posted by: Ernie Masiowski (Colleague) on: Aug 06, 2017
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Mrs. Rabkin, Debbie, Tammy, Jack & families. My sincere sympathy on the loss of your husband and dad, this gentle-man, in both senses of the word. I have such fond memories of him. He was always so kind to me, whether at home or the store. And I remember him taking home movies - Those will have provided lots of memories for you. Remembering you in my prayers, that you are finding comfort in the love of of friends and memory of a life well-lived. I think of you often. - Posted by: Ruth Mulligan (Family friend) on: Aug 05, 2017
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To Tammy and family my deepest sympathy on the death of your father. I have many fond memories of both of your parents in the store in Portage. Smiles and kindness are what comes to mind. - Posted by: Joy Simpson (childhood friend) on: Aug 01, 2017
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To Debbie and family, I'm very sorry for your loss. Thinking of you at this difficult time. - Posted by: Sherri Towaij () on: Jul 31, 2017
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To Tammy and family My condolences on the death of your Dad. You will miss him, but he lived a long and satisfying life. He was always so kind, when I was shopping in the store, with Mom, or later on my own. Valerie Gilroy - Posted by: Valerie Gilroy (Childhood friend and neighbour. ) on: Jul 31, 2017
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Sincere sympathy for the Rabkin family on the passing this fine gentleman. It was a pleasure to get to know him and to have his positive outlook on life be part of the community of Shaftesbury Park. I also enjoyed our discussions about life in Portage la Prairie. Sincerely, Heather Mutcheson - Posted by: Heather Mutcheson () on: Jul 29, 2017