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LAURENT JOSEPH (PETE) COLONVAL
Born: Aug 17, 1932
Date of Passing: Jan 22, 2008
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryLAURENT JOSEPH (PETE) COLONVAL August 17, 1932 - January 22, 2008 Suddenly at his home in Kelowna, BC. leaving behind his wife of 53 years, Rita, son Bob (Judy), and daughters Brenda (Larry) Swanson, Lori (Scott) MacKay, grandchildren Dan, Matt (Karla), Heather (Steve), Calum, Bryce and great grandson Liam. He grew up in the Woodlands area before moving to Winnipeg in 1954 with Rita to start their family. He joined the Winnipeg Fire Department in 1958, working in various fire stations over his 30 year career. Pete enjoyed being a fire fighter and was respected by those he worked with. He retired in 1988 having achieved the rank of Captain. He was a tireless worker and started several small businesses over the years from saw sharpening to ornamental ironwork. He took great pride in his workmanship whether he was working with iron or wood. He has a love of animals, especially cats and loved and cared for many in his lifetime. They were his special friends. At his request, no service will be held. Cremation has taken place. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to the SPCA or The Firefighters Burn Fund.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 02, 2008
Condolences & Memories (1 entries)
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Brenda, Bob & Lori My deepest sympathies to you. I have very fond memories of your Father as I was growing up in Elmwood, five doors down from you guys on Castle Ave. I will always remember your Dad as a hard working man. When I was young I remember watching him coming and going from work dressed in his uniform. In 1982 I too joined the Winnipeg Fire Department and had the privilege of working along side him as I was on the same shift as him. I was saddened to hear he had passed away. - Posted by: Bob Ezinicki (Co-Worker) on: Feb 06, 2008