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STANLEY PRINCE (NIIGONASON)

Born: Oct 12, 1938

Date of Passing: Jun 14, 2013

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STANLEY PRINCE (NIIGONASON) Peacefully on June 14, 2013, and surrounded by family, Stan went on his journey. Stan was born October 12, 1938 in Nestor Falls, ON. A descendent of Chief Peguis of the Saulteaux and a nephew of Sergeant Tommy Prince. Stan attended CJ Residential School in Kenora, ON. Stan started railroading in 1966 with CN Rail. He later worked for VIA Rail for 30 years. Stan lived in Winnipeg most of his life and bought a house on Carson Bay. He soon took up his favourite pastime; golfing. In his later years he enjoyed meeting friends at Rockwood A.N.A.F #303. Stan the Man was known for his humour and generosity. Stan is predeceased by his mother Mary from Sabaskong, father Alfred Prince from Sagkeeng, brothers Napoleon, Alfred, and sisters Bella, Margaret and Sarah. He is survived by his brother Walter (Rose) and sister Christine. He leaves to mourn daughters Marla (Joe), Brenda (Dennis), son Todd, and ex-wife Harriet. Stan was very proud of his grandchildren Raven (Rivers), Robin (Patrick), Dakota, Shawn, Mike, Nolan, and seven great-grandchildren. The family wishes to thank the caring staff at Heritage Lodge where he was made comfortable in his last days. Memorial on Wednesday, June 19, 2013, 2:00 p.m., Onegaming Reserve, ON, (Nestor Falls). Donations may be made to the charity of your choice.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jun 18, 2013

Condolences & Memories (5 entries)

  • I first met "Stan the Man" at Presbyterian Fellowship House. Stan had a great sense of humour and was a very caring and kind person. Marla, Brenda, Tod and all the grandchildren, you were blessed to be his family. My sympathy to you all. - Posted by: Marlene (Denholm) Sommerville (Friend) on: Jun 28, 2013

  • Our paths crossed fifty-one years ago when Stan moved to Winnipeg from Kenora to live at Presbyterian Fellowship House. Stan was transitioning to city life to continue his education. If memory serves me correctly Stan trained as a hosptial orderly. This training served him well in his career with CNR/VIA. Stan was a formidable cribbage opponent. I don't recall my Dad ever winning a game! I was touched by the remarks of co-workers Mervyn Lett and Frank Gladky. Would that all of us were so highly thought of by our colleagues. We extend our sympathy to siblings Walter and Christine; children Marla, Brenda and Tod, their children and Stan's great-grandchildren. Cathy (Denholm) and John Sinclair of Edmonton. - Posted by: Cathy & John Sinclair (Friends) on: Jun 26, 2013

  • I worked with Stan on Canadian National Railways (CNR) and later with VIA Rail for Stan's entire career (I started with CNR one year before Stan and I retired from VIA after Stan). Stan and I had a very good relationship because we respected each other and could empathize with each other's cultural background. I enjoyed listening to Stan tell me about the military experiences of his uncle, Canada's most decorated soldier, Sargent Tommy Prince. I feel lucky and proud to have known Stan, first as a co-workeR, and later as a friend. When I met Stan's family just a few hours before his passing, I felt even happier about my friendship with Stan as I saw the wonderful family that had been a part of this gentle, pleasant gentleman, Stan Prince. I share the sense of loss with Stan's family. Fortunately, Stan left his genes, his personality, and his teachings with his children so he will never really leave us. He will live on in his beautiful daughters, his son, his grandchildren, and in succeeding generations, as long as the human race exists. "All aboard" and 'Bon Voyage', Stan. We will see you when we make our own last trip. - Posted by: Mervyn Lett (Former co-worker) on: Jun 20, 2013

  • I'm one of the many fellow railroaders that were lucky to have known and worked with you, on the train, as it snaked its way either westward toward Vancouver, or eastward to Toronto. In any case, it was at those distant terminals that I remember or (don,t remember) best, for it was there where we all assembled in the nearest pubs to relax and shoot the bull about the trip or anything else over many a beer. I sure miss those days and I along with the rest of the group will miss you buddy. Keep a cool one for us. Megwitch. Frank. Fred Flintstone - Posted by: Frank Gladky (Fellow worker) on: Jun 20, 2013

  • I will always treasure our time spent together on the train. I love and miss you very much. The kids do too. - Posted by: Raven Prince (Grand Daughter) on: Jun 18, 2013

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