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WILLIAM (BILL) GEORGE RUSSELL
Born: Jul 22, 1938
Date of Passing: Apr 03, 2019
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WILLIAM (BILL) GEORGE RUSSELL
Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife and high school sweetheart, Rosemarie, daughter Kelly (Spiring), son Blair, grandson Cole (Spiring), sister Joy (Finch), brother-in-law Ray (Finch), sister-in-laws, Kay and Arleen Kraushar, and many nieces and nephews.
Bill was born on July 22, 1938, in Winnipeg to Frederick and Anna (Deckert) Russell. He loved his younger sister Joy and they have always been close.
Bill had various employment works throughout his life but his greatest joy and sense of accomplishment came from his many years working for the City of Winnipeg. He retired from Management at the North End Treatment Plant in 1994.
Bill was a dedicated and hardworking man, steadfast to provide for his family.
From a young age, he was a jack-of-all trades, a love and talent which he acquired from his father. His passion for woodworking led Bill to build a beautiful retirement home on the lake at Pinawa Bay near Lac Du Bonnet. He and Rosemarie and our family enjoyed many good times. The memories and long lasting friendships made there are truly cherished.
We remember our Dad as a quiet man with a love for learning, reading books, dropping everything to help others, a good friend, hobbyist and lots of fun during our skiing, camping, fishing, canoeing days gone by.
In his later days, he enjoyed his friends from Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, bowling and Lions Manor Board work.
Thank you to all the nurses and doctors at the St. Boniface Hospital in E6, IMCU and ISMU.
We will all greatly miss him.
He is a wonderful man.
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 Apr 06, 2019
Condolences & Memories (9 entries)
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So many memories of the almost 40 years ago that we met at Poplar Bay. Lots of busy and enjoyable times. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Rosemarie. - Posted by: Norm and Terry (Friend) on: Apr 11, 2019
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Thinking of you at this time Rosemarie. Bill was a wonderful man. - Posted by: Tracy and Jeff Cassie (friends) on: Apr 08, 2019
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My condolences to Rosemarie and family , had great conversation together at RIVERDALE and had good laughs ; a true gentleman Friend Georgette - Posted by: Georgette Roziere (Friend) on: Apr 06, 2019
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So sad for your loss... always a friendly smile and devoted to community... sincere condolences Rosemarie and your family... hugs! - Posted by: Ray Lansard and Helene Lemoine (Friends) on: Apr 06, 2019
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Bill will be missed by many people. We have many memories working with him at the Lutheran Church, Lions Club, and Community Center in Lac du Bonnet. Bill and Rosemarie were members of the Lutheran Church of the Cross in Lac du Bonnet. - Posted by: Norman & Iona Plato (Friends) on: Apr 06, 2019
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My thoughts & prayers go out to you Rosemarie, Kelly & Blair in the loss of your beloved Bill & father. I shall always remember the smile Bill had for everyone. Your many good memories as a family will help to sustain you all. with love & blessings Maureen Fingler - Posted by: Maureen Fingler (Long time friend) on: Apr 06, 2019
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I met Bill in Lac Du Bonnet as a fellow Lions member. . Quietly efficient, we knew & counted on Bill to "fix" & resolve problems. He ALWAYS seemed cool, relaxed with a friendly smile. A guy you felt comfortable with & liked being around. Rosemarie we are so sorry for your loss. Jeff & Norma Hegarty - Posted by: Jeff Hegarty (Friend) on: Apr 06, 2019
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The legacies you left are numerous from the home you built to the endless projects you volunteered your time for. And everything in between. As with the wine you made, they were all perfect! You lived a life well lived, and making lots a friend along the way. An accomplishment to be envied! Thank you for allowing us to be your friends, not only a friend but a very DEAR friend! We’ll miss you more than words can express. Jake and Sophie. - Posted by: Jake and Sophie Kwakernaak (Friends and former neighbours.) on: Apr 06, 2019
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To a wonderful and true friend....you will be missed deeply....till we meet again.....Eileen and Daryll - Posted by: Daryll and Eileen Hyslop (Friends) on: Apr 06, 2019
