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JOHN JUNICHI NAKANO
Born: Mar 24, 1925
Date of Passing: Dec 10, 2012
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryJOHN JUNICHI NAKANO March 24, 1925 - December 10, 2012 Peacefully at St. Boniface Hospital, John passed away at age 87 years. John was born in Maple Ridge, BC and relocated to Manitoba in 1942. He was predeceased by his parents Jisaburo and Shimae Nakano, sisters Shizue Nakano, Fumiye Gyotoku, Kasumi Okabe. He is survived by his wife Yae, daughters Shirley Sinnock (Randy), Peggy Murphy, grandchildren Kyle, Kelli, Cameron (Beatrice), James (Hasantha), sisters Katsue Nagamatsu, Kiyo Nagamatsu, Asaye Amemori, and numerous nieces and nephews. John was a certified welder, employed at CN Rail, Manitoba Bridge Engineering Works and City of Winnipeg. He enjoyed many years of gardening, bowling, golfing. Upon retiring he travelled with Yae to Florida, Texas, and his favourite, Hawaii. Baseball was his favoured T.V. sport and he enjoyed playing video sports with his grandchildren. The family thanks the compassionate staff at St. Boniface Hospital and friends at the Riverwood Square Retirement Centre. Cremation has taken place. A service will take place at 10:00 a.m. on December 20, 2012 at Thomson In the Park , 1291 McGillivray Blvd. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Manitoba Buddhist Temple, 39 Tecumseh St., Winnipeg, MB R3E 0J8 or a charity of choice. THOMSON IN THE PARK 925-1120 Condolences may be sent to www.thomsoninthepark.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 18, 2012
Condolences & Memories (4 entries)
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Dear Yae, I met your husband, John, through my Mom, Toni McCann. He was always very polite and showed the utmost respect for you. My Mom spoke very highly of him. Rest in peace. Diane - Posted by: Diane Botterill (McCann) (friend) on: Jan 03, 2013
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Dear Aunt Yae & Family We were deeply saddened with the great loss of Uncle Jon. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very difficult time. Sincerely, Mas & Jean Takeuchi & Family - Posted by: Mas and Jean Takeuchi (Niece) on: Dec 19, 2012
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Dear Aunt Yae and Family, We were so saddened to hear of Uncle John's recent passing. Gratefully we were able to have a short visit with him a few days before his passing at the St. Boniface Hospital. We are sorry that we are out of town and unable to be with you today at his Memorial service but our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time. Love Ken and Gladys - Posted by: Ken and Gladys Okabe (Nephew and Niece) on: Dec 18, 2012
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The world has lost a great man. He was always very kind and thoughtful. For all the years I new him, he never had a bad word about anyone. He shoke highly of his wife and had full respect for her. My thoughts are with you Yea. Rest in peace - Posted by: Vicki Gordon (Trader with TD Green line and is now TDWaterhouse) on: Dec 18, 2012
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