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GEORGE EDWARD LIGHT
Born: Jul 05, 1930
Date of Passing: Oct 03, 2012
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryGEORGE EDWARD LIGHT July 5, 1930 - October 3, 2012 It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of George Edward Light at Red River Personal Care Home in Selkirk, Manitoba, with his loving family at his side. George was predeceased by his parents Gustov and Paulina Light; siblings Robert Light, Erma Jonasson, Erna Wenzel, Elizabeth Finzel, and Henry Light. George will be greatly missed by his loving wife of 60 years Pearl (nee Stafford); his daughter Deborah Plomp (Ron); son Donald Light; sisters Mae Rakai and Ruth Grimm (Ted); grandchildren Michael Plomp (Michelle) and Tyler Plomp (Christine); great-grandchildren Benjamin and Abbigial Plomp and nieces and nephews. George was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, on July 5, 1930, and moved to East Selkirk in 1935 where he and his family had a farm. George was a very hard worker starting very young to help on the farm. George worked at the Manitoba Rolling Mills and the foundry. At the age of 19, George worked at the Selkirk Mental Health Center and graduated as a Registered Psychiatric Nurse in 1952. This is where he met the love of his life Pearl Elizabeth Stafford. George was a dedicated employee there until his retirement in 1992. Pearl and George married on October 24, 1953. Their first child, Deborah Gail was born on June 30, 1954. Their son Donald was born on June 24, 1957. In his spare time George loved to fix things and you could often find him in his garage working on the latest lawnmower that he got from a garage sale or rebuilding something that someone threw away. George was a very proud man who loved his family unconditionally and will be forever missed and loved. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Alzheimer's Society of Canada, the United Church or a charity of choice. A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, October 6 at 11:00 a.m. in the Selkirk United Church with Rev. Deborah Vitt officiating. Gilbart Funeral Home, Selkirk in care of arrangements. www.gilbartfuneralhome.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 04, 2012
Condolences & Memories (3 entries)
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With heartfelt condolences to Deb, Ron and their family at this sad and difficult time. Cherish Dad's and Grandpa's memories. - Posted by: Bill & Diane Blaine (Friends of Deb & Ron) on: Oct 15, 2012
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With warmest condolences to Aunt Pearl and family on the passing of Uncle George. - Posted by: Bob Rakai and Janice Wilkinson (nephew) on: Oct 05, 2012
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Love you grandpa! Until we meet again! Love Mike - Posted by: Mike Plomp (Grandson) on: Oct 04, 2012