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EDMOND JOSEPH POIRIER
Born: Mar 25, 1927
Date of Passing: Jan 11, 2004
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EDMOND JOSEPH POIRIER March 25, 1927 - January 11, 2004 Peacefully, on Sunday, January 11, 2004, after a lengthy battle with cancer, Edmond Joseph Poirier, aged 76 years, passed away at Concordia Hospital. Edmond was predeceased by his parents, Hercule and Anne; brothers, Wilfred and Albert; sister Marion and his beloved wife of 39 years, Joyce. He leaves to cherish his memory, his son Guy (Cindy) his daughter Marianne (Irwin) grandsons, Cameron, Chad and Corey; one brother Henry (Sylvia) Poirier from Calgary, AB; two sisters, Eva Balog from Calgary, AB and Yvonne (Ed) Whelage from Milk River, AB as well as brothers and sisters-in-law, numerous nieces, nephews as well as many life long friends. Edmond was born in Hosmer, BC, where he worked for the Crows Nest Coal Co. for three years as a miner. At the age of 19 he enlisted in the Navy and served five years on the HMCS Discovery, Stadacona and Magnificent where he received his training in aircraft mechanics. After finishing his training in the Navy, he moved to Winnipeg. He started working for MacDonald Bros. Aircraft in 1951, which later became Bristol Aerospace. He worked for them until he retired in 1991. Edmond joined the Masons in February of 1984 and was a member of the Chartered Lodge of Renewal No. 181, the Empire Lodge No. 127 and of Elmwood Legion No. 9. After retiring from Bristol Aerospace, Edmond very much enjoyed spending time out at his cottage in St. Malo. A place that now holds a lifetime of memories. He took great enjoyment in watching his grandsons, Chad and Cameron play soccer and very rarely missed a game. Edmond was a devoted husband and father. Although his work took a big part of his life, he always made time for his family. There are many fond memories of family camping trips and outings. He was very much involved in his childrens sports, taking them to all of their games, and supporting them in every step of their lives. Edmond had a very unique trait, and that was the ability to touch the hearts of everyone he had come in contact with. The family would like to thank Dr. Harris and Dr. Khan for their great care, also all the staff of the 3rd floor, palliative care for all their kindness and extraordinary care. Also to all his friends that brightened his days with their visits. Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held on Thursday, January 15 at 1:00 p.m. at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main St. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Edmonds memory to CancerCare Manitoba, 109-675 McDermot Ave., Winnipeg, MB R3E 0V9. CROPO FUNERAL CHAPEL 586-8044
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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 14, 2004