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GABRIEL PING YUEN LAU
Born: Jul 17, 1942
Date of Passing: Apr 16, 2013
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryGABRIEL PING YUEN LAU July 17, 1942 April 16, 2013 Peacefully with his family by his side, on Tuesday, April 16, 2013, Gabriel Ping Yuen LAU passed away suddenly at the age of 70. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife Ho Lin of 39 years, daughters Deborah (Dan) and Cynthia (George), son Joseph, grandchildren Steven and Tristan, sisters Yip Chee and Yip Kam, and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents Lin Tai and Fook Cheung, and brothers Ping Wing, Ping Foo and Ping Wah. Gabriel was born in Hong Kong. A proud graduate of the famous Wah Yan College in Kowloon, he began his career with the Hong Kong Police Service in 1963 as a Police Interpreter. He moved to Canada in January 1965 and began an honourable and distinguished career with Citizenship and Immigration. Working in various roles of increasing responsibility across the country (including Alberta, Saskatchewan and Quebec), he decided to settle in Winnipeg to raise his family. After over 40 years of service, he retired in 2004 as Assistant Manager / Operations Co-ordinator at the Citizenship and Immigration Centre at The Forks. Gabriel was known for generosity, always helping others, his intelligence, and keen sense of humour. He enjoyed spending his free time taking care of his grandchildren, playing with electronics and computers, watching NBA basketball and poker tournaments on TV, taking dance lessons with his wife, and going for Mall walks later in life. One of his passions was travelling to exotic locales such as California, Las Vegas, Columbia, Panama, Costa Rica, Belize, Mexico, Cuba, Macau, Cambodia, Vietnam, Singapore, Taiwan and all over mainland China. Special thanks to the wonderful staff at Mercy Hospital in Devil's Lake, N.D. and Altru Health System in Grand Forks, N.D. for their care and compassion. Viewing will be held at 9:30 a.m., April 27, 2013 with a Funeral Mass to follow at 10:30 a.m. (St. Vital Catholic Church, 1629 Pembina Hwy). In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Gabriel's memory to Winnipeg Harvest. THOMSON "IN THE PARK" 925-1120 Condolences may be sent to www.thomsoninthepark.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 25, 2013
Condolences & Memories (10 entries)
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Sorry to have missed the funeral as I would very much liked to see Gabe for the last time. I have been away since early April. When I came back, I was shocked to learn about this sudden sad news. I will remember and cherish the times when we were working together with Immigration. May you be with God now. Please accept my sincere condolences to your family. - Posted by: Barry Eng (Friend and Co Worker) on: May 20, 2013
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I was shocked and saddened to learn of the passing of my close friend Gabe. We worked together for nearly 20 yrs with Immigration and he was someone that could never be replaced. I had been away for the winter in California and was going to call Gabe and Dr. Loh for our usual lunch but was waiting till I got settled in. I found out today that my friend had passed away suddenly and I could not believe that Gabe was gone before we could chat again. My deepest sympathies go out to the family, Gabe will be missed by all that knew him. I know how much you will miss him as will I. - Posted by: Lyle Moffatt (friend and co worker) on: May 11, 2013
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Our deepest sympathies are extended to your family. We are very sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you at this difficult time. - Posted by: Camille (Friend of Lin) on: May 09, 2013
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Dear Uncle Gabriel, We are shocked and sad. As Duncan said, we know you start a new journey in God's home. You are a great and generous uncle to us. We miss you so much. May God's grace comfort your family and they will always be in our prayers. Rest in peace Uncle. P.S. Auntie Ho Lin please take care. We'll call you later - Posted by: Harry, Resa(niece) & family () on: May 01, 2013
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Lin so sorry for your loss, prayers and thoughts out to your family - Posted by: Thelma (friend of Lin) on: Apr 29, 2013
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Dear Uncle Gabe: We are spiritual beings in a physical body. When the human journey ends, the spiritual journey begins. May you enjoy the eternal happiness in heaven. Duncan Mui (nephew) & family Hong Kong - Posted by: Duncan Mui (Nephew) on: Apr 29, 2013
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My deepest sympathy to you at this difficult time. I worked for Canada Customs at the Winnipeg Airport when Gabe was there with Immigration. Such a kind, intelligent man who always had time to say hello between flights. A few months back I was to meet Gabe again when he started aquafit classes at the St. James Civic Center. So nice to reconnect. I mentioned his passing to the instructors and they were shocked and saddened as were we all. May Gabe rest in peace and my thoughts and prayers are with the family. - Posted by: Armelle Evoy (friend) on: Apr 26, 2013
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Deborah, so sorry to hear about your loss. My deepest sympathies to you and all your family. - Posted by: Iona Hunt () on: Apr 26, 2013
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May GOD’s grace and blessings comfort you and your family during this very difficult time. Rest in peace Uncle Lau. - Posted by: Patrick and Brian Cheung (Nephews) on: Apr 25, 2013
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My very deepest sympathies and prayers. Harv & I thought a great deal of Gabe. Harv enjoyed working with him. Harv just died on Apr 4th. They are together at Peace. Do take care of yourself. God gives us strength. - Posted by: Eva. DANSEREAU (Friend, Harv's coworker) on: Apr 25, 2013
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