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JAMES RUSSELL STORRY

Date of Passing: Jan 02, 2013

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JAMES RUSSELL STORRY James Russell Storry, 88 years, died peacefully on January 2, 2013 in Gimli, MB. Jim was born in Winnipeg to James Storry and Maggie Barclay. He was a loving husband to his dear wife Sylvia Guttormson (deceased 1974) whom he married in 1948. Together they worked and raised a family of four on Clifton Place in the west end of Winnipeg. Jim was a devoted father and mentor to his children Russell (Susan), Roslyn (Scott), Bruce (Mary), and Brock; grandfather to Brian, Michael (Ria), Sylvia, Jon, Karen, and Erik, Kristin and Ryan, and Dawson; and great-grandpa to Drake and Gage. He was a cherished uncle to his nieces and nephews, Bob (Astrid deceased 2009), Sherley (Lou), Bill (Linda), Jim, and Jeff (Jacqueline), the family of his brother Robert Storry (deceased 1972) and Florence (deceased 2002). Jim served in the R.C.A.F. during the Second World War followed by a career at Bristol Aerospace until 1985. In 1993 Jim moved from Winnipeg to Gimli, MB with his second wife Shirley (nee Lumsden) (deceased 2007). He enjoyed the outdoors and spent time cross country skiing, walking and biking or travelling on long, back country roads. Jim had an avid interest in aircraft and aviation. Jim will be remembered fondly by his family and friends as a strong, generous, fun-loving man. A skillful tradesman, Jim liked the challenge of making things right. He was always willing to assist and support other people where he could. Jim maintained a deep respect for life throughout his lengthy illness. Many thanks go to the nurses and staff at the Johnson Memorial Hospital as well as the Home Care Staff who provided such extraordinary care for Jim. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Gimli R.H.A. Palliative Care Program. A Celebration of Jim's life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 9, 2013 at the Lakeview Resort, 10 Centre St., Gimli, MB. Gilbart Funeral Home, Gimli in care of arrangements. www.gilbartfuneralhome.com
Publish Date: Jan 8, 2013

JAMES RUSSELL STORRY James Russell Storry, 88 years, died peacefully on January 2, 2013 in Gimli, Manitoba. Jim was born in Winnipeg to James Storry and Maggie Barclay. He was a loving husband to his dear wife Sylvia Guttormson (d. 1974) whom he married in 1948. Together they worked and raised a family of four on Clifton Place in the west end of Winnipeg. Jim was a devoted father and mentor to his children Russell (Susan), Roslyn (Scott), Bruce (Mary) and Brock; grandfather to Brian, Michael (Ria), Sylvia, Jon, Karen, and Erik, Kristin and Ryan and Dawson; and great- grandpa to Drake and Gage. He was a cherished uncle to his nieces and nephews, Bob (Astrid d. 2009), Sherley (Lou), Bill (Linda), Jim, and Jeff ( Jacqueline), the family of his brother Robert Storry (d. 1972 ). Jim served in the RCAF during the Second World War followed by a career at Bristol Aerospace until 1985. In 1993 Jim moved from Winnipeg to Gimli, Manitoba with his second wife Shirley nee Lumsden (d. 2007). He enjoyed the outdoors and spent time cross country skiing, walking and biking or travelling on long back country roads. Jim had an avid interest in aircraft and aviation. Jim will be remembered fondly by his family and friends as a strong, generous, fun-loving man. A skillful tradesman, Jim liked the challenge of making things right. He was always willing to assist and support other people where he could. Jim maintained a deep respect for life throughout his lengthy illness. Many thanks go to the nurses and staff at the Johnson Memorial Hospital as well as the Home Care Staff who provided such extraordinary care for Jim. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Gimli RHA Palliative Care Program. A Celebration of Jim's life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, January 9, 2013 at the Lakeview Resort, 10 Centre St., Gimli, Manitoba. Gilbart Funeral Home, Gimli in care of arrangements. www.gilbartfuneralhome.com
Publish Date: Jan 5, 2013

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 08, 2013

Condolences & Memories (13 entries)

  • Jim was always the guest with the best jokes. Mom and Dad (Harry and Collen) rushed to answer his phone calls as he always started with a joke as well. I will treasure his wonderful "hosting" skills the summer of 1980 when I made a trip out to Winnipeg and he and Don Jones (another Air Force buddy of Dad's) made my stay so memorable. He will be dearly missed out here on the West Coast. - Posted by: Lorna Myskiw Yeates (daughter of Air Force buddy, Harry Myskiw) on: Apr 26, 2013

  • First Met Jim & Sylvia & children when as a youth in the '60's, I delivered Free Press to his Mother-in-law's summer home in Winnipeg Beach. The Paper Boy with the pet skunk. In the '70's as part of Bristol's Operational off premises Contract Team we ran into each other again. I met Jim again in '84 at the Gimli Post Office. We again renewed our friendship this time in an Insurance Broker /Client relationship. Jim showed-up throughout my working life, and was always very supportive. I cherished his friendship and his candor when extending his sound, incisive, and thoughtful advise. A piece of which I have carried throughout my life, "If you can't say anything nice about someone, don't say anything at all". Jim will be sorely missed by myself and a very great number of other people of all walks of life who encountered this magnificent human being. - Posted by: Laurence Russin (Friend / Bristol Brat 1970-1980 / Jims Insurance Broker '84-'10) on: Jan 16, 2013

  • So sorry to hear of this loss. Please accept my most sincere sympathy. Jim was an old friend of Bunny and mine. - Posted by: Christine Dartnell (old friend, wife of Bunny Dartnell) on: Jan 10, 2013

  • Truly a charming man--positive and caring. Always so extremely proud of his children and extended family. My sincere condolences to his family. - Posted by: vi kernested () on: Jan 09, 2013

  • I have not talked with you for a very long time Russ, but think of you from time to time, I am sorry for your loss. An old friend Mark Petursson - Posted by: Mark Petursson (Friend) on: Jan 08, 2013

  • I am truly sadden at Jim's passing. He was a wonderful man; always positive and in good humour when we say him. He supported and attended many music concerts that Ron and I organized in Gimli over the years and he really enjoyed our visits. I respect him very much for his support of our aircraft heritage in the Province. Lisa and I send our sincerest condolences to the Storry family. - Posted by: Gordon Menzies (Friend of Ron Scott) on: Jan 08, 2013

  • jim, we will all miss you. i know how much you ment to Bill and now you can laugh together in Heaven, i can see the two of you smiling and catching up now. Rest in peace and smile, please watch over us always. - Posted by: cindy macKenzie (daughter in law of Bill ( william ) MacKenzie) on: Jan 08, 2013

  • Jim we shared so many wonderful memories of times at the farm. I will miss the phone calls and your jokes. You were very special to me. Bette Williams. - Posted by: Bette williams.cc (cousin4) on: Jan 07, 2013

  • My sincere condolences to Jim's family. I know my Dad (Henry) will miss being able to visit with him. How they loved to tell each other jokes and discuss events. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. - Posted by: Mary Skanderbeg (nee deDenus) (Friend - Henry's daughter) on: Jan 07, 2013

  • We are saddened to learn of Jim's passing on January 2nd, but take solace in knowing that his confinement of the last years is over. Jim, by nature, was not meant to be confined. He always had places to go and people to see. We cherish many fond memories of our association with Jim: coffees at Kaffe Hus where Jim seemed to know everyone, drives in the countryside to witness the wonders of nature, encounters on the ski trails, where Jim laboured tirelessly in preparing trails or making the ski shacks more comfortable for the skiers. We will miss his stories, the stories about his kids, grandkids, neices and nephews, and others important in his life. And if Jim knew you he made you feel that you were important in his life. We will miss his infectious laughter, a reward you received for offering a little joke or absurdity that he found to his liking. Our lives have been forever enriched by his friendship. Unfortunately we will be unable to attend on January 9th, but he will be foremost in our thoughts on that day. Please accept our condolences on the passing of your Dad. We are sure that you are as proud of him as he was of all of you. Rest in peace, dear friend. Ron and Darlene Petersen - Posted by: Ron and Darlene Petersen (Friends) on: Jan 06, 2013

  • My deepest sympathy at the loss of a very special man. I will always remember Jim's laughter and storys of his children, his travels, his life and his friends (which he had many) that he shared with me when I was looking after him and visiting him in the hospital. He loved his children to the deepest degree and to them I sent my sympathy, thoughts and prayers. RIP Jim - Posted by: Betty C. () on: Jan 05, 2013

  • Well Uncle Jim, you had a full and happy life and touched more people than you realize. My fondest memory of you and Shirley was rafting at Windermere when the entire family came up after Wendy's wedding. I have a terrific picture of that and still remember the great fun we had at Camp Krebo. Lea and I send warmest wishes to all the family. God Bless! - Posted by: Lindy Thorsen and Alethea Foster (Brother-in-law to Bob Storry, Jim's nephew.) on: Jan 05, 2013

  • Jim was concerned about others more than himself. I remember when Jim and I played phone tag trying to locate our mutual friend Henry. - Posted by: Norma Cone (Meals on Wheels deliverer) on: Jan 05, 2013

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