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DAVID WILLIAM MCCORRISTON
Born: May 21, 1942
Date of Passing: Sep 27, 2012
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DAVID WILLIAM MCCORRISTON Peacefully on Thursday, September 27, 2012, David William McCorriston passed away at Riverview Health Centre. He was predeceased by his parents Perce and Fern McCorriston. Dave will be lovingly remembered by his wife Pat, sons Glen (Candy), Brian (Kim), grandchildren, Corey, Aaron, Kalen, Riley and Brinly, as well as his brother Ross (Bonny), sister Pat Hardy, sister-in-law Linda (Bob Haug) and brother-in-law Norman (Linda Sparrow), along with one niece and several nephews. Dave was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, on May 21, 1942, and grew up in the Crescentwood area. His work ethics were very strong, beginning as a paperboy carrying 50 lb. bags of newspapers on his head and ensuring everyone received their papers on time. The money Dave earned from his route enabled him to buy his very first shiny bike that he was so proud of. This lead to many more jobs which resulted in his purchase of several future cars that he took great pride in as they were always clean and polished. Dave was a trained electrician but followed in his fathers' footsteps and joined the Fort Garry Fire Dept. which later amalgamated with the Winnipeg Fire Dept. a lifelong passion for Dave, retiring as a District Chief after 35 and a half years. Dave was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He enjoyed watching his boys' sports activities and later on his grandchildren's activities as well. Dave's dream vacation was Hawaii which he was able to realize three times. After he retired, Texas became his second home. He loved the events there such as dancing, golfing, the camaraderie and especially happy hour'. Dave was a member of the Wildewood Club where he curled, golfed and played badminton. He had also curled in the firefighter's league at Fort Rouge Curling Club. The family would like to thank the staff at the Riverview Palliative Care 3E, CancerCare Manitoba, Dr. R. Wong, Dr. A. Khelil and all the Home Care Staff. A memorial service will be held at Thomson In the Park Funeral Home, 1291 McGillivray on Friday, October 5, 2012, at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Firefighters Burn Fund, 303-83 Garry Street, Winnipeg, MB R3C 4J9 or to CancerCare Manitoba, 675 McDermot Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R3E 0V9. THOMSON IN THE PARK 925-1120 Condolences may be sent to www.thomsoninthepark.com
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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 01, 2012
Condolences & Memories (8 entries)
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Pat: Denis and I extend our sincere sympathy to you and your family at this sad time. As a junior captain at #6 station Denis very much appreciated Dave's guidance and mentorship. As a friend whom we saw all too little of in Texas, we will remember the good times that we were able to share with you both and the other dept. retirees. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. - Posted by: Denis & Carol Rousseau (Co-worker and friend) on: Oct 07, 2012
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You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. - Posted by: Ray and Valerie Christopherson (Ray was a colleague with Dave. Valerie was a neighbour many years ago.) on: Oct 04, 2012
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I worked with Dave a few times. He was a good firefighter and had a good sense of humor. - Posted by: Scott G. Miner (Colleague) on: Oct 03, 2012
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My sincere condolences to the MrCorrison & Sparrow families as they mourn the passing of Dave. You are all in my thoughts & prayers at this sad time. Joan (Burwash) Ferguson Edmonton, AB - Posted by: Joan (Burwash) Ferguson (one of the neighbourhood kids) on: Oct 02, 2012
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Our deepest condolences to you Pat and the entire family. I will mention your loss to Joan. I am sure she will remember David. - Posted by: Brenda and Lorne Thomson Joan McCorriston (Friends) on: Oct 01, 2012
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Sincere condolences to the family, on behalf of my sister Joan (Swayze)Hyatt and myself Geri (Swayze)Cole, formerly of Lorette Avenue. - Posted by: Geri Cole (Neighbourhook friend) on: Oct 01, 2012
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Sincere condolences to the entire McCorriston family. I am honoured to have had the opportunity to learn from Dave's incredible fire fighting skills and his respect for his profession and colleagues. - Posted by: Bill Palmer (Colleague) on: Oct 01, 2012
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Our sincerest condolences to you Pat and the family. He was a wonderful husband and father and showed his work ethic wherever he turned. Will be with you in our hearts Friday. - Posted by: Trucia and Ralph Howard (Neighbourhood friends) on: Oct 01, 2012
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