ROBERT TUCK

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ROBERT TUCK
December 24, 1933 - July 26, 2019

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Robert Arthur Tuck, with family by his side.
He was a beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Robert is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Georgina; his children, Bob (Sherry), Keenan, Cheryl (Lawrence), and Gary (Maria); grandchildren, Amy (Paul), Kirstin, Danielle, Justin, and Angela (Shawn); great-grandchildren, Arianna, Tucker, Ainsley, Victoria, Newry, and Weston; his sister Joan Hupe; brother Wayne; aunt Lorraine, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Robert was predeceased by his parents, Buster (Robert) and Alice (nee Pion); and sisters, Barbara Ritchot, Carol Tuck, and Patricia Saltel.
Robert was born December 24, 1933 in St. Boniface where he lived until he enlisted in the Armed Forces at the age of 17.
He served in the Korean War between 1951 to 1953. After he returned home, he began a long career in the construction industry. It was also during this time that he became a professional wrestler, first with the Madison Club and later the A.W.A. Along the way, he met the love of his life, Georgina Gaczynski; and in 1956, they were married. In 1958, they started a family; and in 1966, moved to St. Vital where they raised their children and established deep roots in the community.
It was Robert's signature humour and quick wit that made him so endearing to others. He never let an opportunity go by without trying to make others laugh or smile. It was a trait that he passed on to his children and grandchildren. Robert was an avid bowler, belonging to many leagues, a longtime member of the Nicolett Curling Club, and in his later years he developed a passion for golf.
Robert was a proud member of the Korean Veteran's Association - Unit #76. He enjoyed visiting other veterans at various hospitals in the city, especially Deer Lodge. He was also instrumental in establishing the Tommy Prince MM Memorial Unit 76 KVA, where he served as Vice President. In 2007, Robert revisited Korea with Georgina; it was an incredibly special time for him.
The family would like to send a special thanks to the staff on T7 at Deer Lodge Centre. They opened their hearts to care for Robert and appreciated his sense of humour.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, August 9, 2019 at Glen Lawn Funeral Home, 455 Lagimodiere Blvd. A private, family interment will take place at Glen Lawn Memorial Gardens.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Alzheimer Society of Manitoba.

You're gone but not forgotten,
all our memories will be cherished,
no words will take away the pain.

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Glen Lawn Funeral Home
204-982-7550

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Aug 03, 2019