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JOHN JAMES TERWIN
Born: Jun 13, 1942
Date of Passing: Apr 24, 2014
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryJOHN JAMES TERWIN June 13, 1942 - April 24, 2014 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved husband and father, John James Terwin at the Johnson Memorial Hospital in Gimli, Manitoba on April 24, 2014. John leaves to mourn his loving wife of 48 years, Georgina and daughter Kerry Fehr, as well as his son-in-law and best buddy Gerald Fehr. John also leaves to mourn his brother Gerard (Donna) Terwin, sisters Cora Bzovey and Belle Pearson, brother-in-law Bob (Arlene) Hamill, sisters-in-law Marlene Terwin, Marguerite Pinchuk, Pat (Joe) Santucci, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. John was predeceased by his precious son Jamie, parents Ethel and Johannes Terwin, brother Pieter Terwin, and sisters Jean Rairie and Betty Midford. John has left behind a legacy of love and giving that has touched the souls of many, many people, most of all his family. The circle of friends that he built over the years was his pride and joy. To know him was to love him. He was a quick witted, giving, kind and honest man who loved to tell a story. But most of all he was a true friend to all. His huge smile and big voice will be remembered forever! John was an avid sportsman who had a competitive edge. Over the years he played hockey, baseball and curling. But his true love was a 6:00 a.m. game of golf with his buddies at Northernaire and more recently at the Links. John was looking forward to the upcoming golf season now that he was fully recovered from his hip replacement. John shared his love of sports with his kids which led the family to become involved with the Isaac Brock Community Centre where he volunteered coaching and flooding ice. No matter what activity his kids wanted to participate in he was there to make it happen. John loved his time at the lake so much that after 12 years in Spruce Sands Trailer Park he and Georgina purchased a lot in Valhalla Beach where they spent countless hours building what he believed would be their retirement home. With his power of persuasion, he was able to convince Georgina to move there in 2000 after he retired from a 40 year career with the Codville Company. Retirement provided him the opportunity to begin a new career as the local snow removal, lawn care and tree removal guy in Arnes. He worked at his own pace - fast, furious and often too hard but he loved every minute of it. Nothing brought him more pleasure than buying a new piece of equipment or ensuring his friends were able to get out of their driveways by 9:00 a.m. after a heavy snowfall. Flowers are gratefully declined. To best honour John's memory, please do a kind favour for a friend or neighbour. Donations can be made in John's memory to The Children's Hospital Foundation (Pediatric Oncology Unit), www.goodbear.mb.ca or to the Gimli Palliative Care Program, Box 250, Gimli, MB R0C 1B0. A celebration of John's life will take place on Tuesday, April 29, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. at the Riverton Community Hall, 175 Reggie Leach Drive, Riverton, MB. CROPO FUNERAL CHAPEL 204-586-8044
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 26, 2014
Condolences & Memories (19 entries)
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By chance I came across John's obituary as I was thinking of you as of late. I'm very sorry for your loss Georgie and Kerry, from what I remember he was a very happy person to be around. My dad, Mark, always had a special place for him. The last time we stopped to your home in Winnipeg to visit was about 21 years ago with our 3 boys. It was a very sad time for you with the loss of Jamie. My heart and prayers to you both during this very difficult time in learning how to live with another part of your heart gone. Take care of each other, Pam - Posted by: Pam Rogers [Beck] (cousin) on: Oct 15, 2014
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We were saddened to hear of John's passing. There will be a celebration in heaven as the spirits of Jaimie and John embrace once again. - Posted by: Paul & Louella Kohlmeier (Friends) on: May 15, 2014
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We are deeply saddened to hear of John's passing. Our deepest condolences to Georgina and Kerry. He was such a kind, witty, fun-loving spirit that always knew how to bring a smile to your face. A wonderful man, gone too soon. His memory will live on in our thoughts and he shall forever remain in our hearts. - Posted by: Bonnie, Destini & Hunter (Friends/Family) on: May 08, 2014
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Georgina, sorry to hear of John's passing. Our deepest sympathy. May he rest in piece. Peter & Rose Sargent (old friends) Violet's sister - Posted by: Peter & Pe (old) on: Apr 30, 2014
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We are sorry to hear the passing of Mr Terwin. We will miss his friendly waves and hello's. Our deepest sympathy and condolences to Mrs. Terwin and Family. - Posted by: Craig & Kathy Rennie (neighbors-Valhalla beach) on: Apr 29, 2014
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Kerry, so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. Thinking of you during this very sad time! - Posted by: Aline Tataryn (friend) on: Apr 29, 2014
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I was saddened to hear of John's passing from my son Daryn. I knew John and Georgina and Kerry from the days of Isaac Brock and Spruce Sands and our sons played sports together and were best friends. John was a great person with a personality to go with it. I often think back of those days and can still hear John's voice, he had such a commanding presence, but had a heart of gold. With my condolences and deepest sympathy to Georgina and Kerry - Bonnie Earls - Posted by: Bonnie Earls, nee Skyhar (Friend) on: Apr 29, 2014
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Mrs. Terwin, Kerry, I was very saddened to hear of Mr. Terwin's passing. My deepest sympathy goes out to you and to all who knew Mr. Terwin. I have many great memories growing up with your family at home and at the cabin. Mr Terwin was a man I looked up to growing up and I will miss him. Love you all! - Posted by: Wayne and Brenda younger (freind) on: Apr 29, 2014
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Dear Georgina, we were very sad to hear of John's passing, he will be missed by many. Please accept our deepest sympathy and condolences from both of us. - Posted by: Marianne & Don Berry (Friends) on: Apr 28, 2014
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Will miss his truck going by and the booming voice shouting "where's Gord".... He proved to be a great friend when my big spruce tree came down in the storm, will never forget his kindness. - Posted by: Olive Glover (Friend) on: Apr 28, 2014
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Mrs. Terwin, Kerry and Gerald, I'm saddened to hear of John's passing. My thoughts go out to all his friends, extended family and neighbours. He was always part of the community wherever he was. I thought the obituary was a beautiful tribute. I'll always remember his big smile, sparkly eyes and big voice. I hope you find solace in the words of Helen Keller. "What we have once enjoyed, we can never lose. All that we love deeply becomes part of us." - Mrs. Terwin - thank you for always being so kind to us kids. - Much love. - Posted by: Yolanna Yerex (friend of family) on: Apr 28, 2014
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Mrs. Terwin and Kerry, we have lovely memeories of Mr. Terwin and our thoughts are with you both. - Posted by: Robert & Michelle Younger (friend) on: Apr 27, 2014
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Georgina, we were so sorry to hear of John's passing. Our sincere condolences to you and your family. John will be sorely missed! Bryan and Bernice Bender - Posted by: Bernice Bender (Friend) on: Apr 27, 2014
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We are so deeply saddened to hear of John's passing. We send our deepest sympathy to Georgina, Kerry and Gerald. We will always remember Johnny as a kind, caring and generous neighbor and friend who had such a vivacious spirit. He was the 'salt of the earth'. It is not going to be the same driving down Colonization Road without passing Johnny with his dog Trooper riding along. - Posted by: Gail Kreutzer/Joanne Arbez (Friends) on: Apr 26, 2014
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So sorry to hear about John ..many fond memories at Isaac Brock CC ..our deepest sympathy to you Georgina and family ..from the Kasprick family.. - Posted by: Sandra Kasprick (Old community centre neighbour) on: Apr 26, 2014
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So sorry to see this, Kerry and Georgina. Way too soon. Wishing you good memories. - Posted by: Linda Strange (Yerex) () on: Apr 26, 2014
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We are sorry to hear about John. He was a great person. Our thoughts & prayers go out to the family. Love Ron & Pat & family. - Posted by: Ron and Pat Kerr (cousin) on: Apr 26, 2014
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Georgie and Kerry...We were so saddened to hear of John's passing. He was a gentle giant and we were blessed to have had so many memories of him. We spent so much time together throughout the years especially at Valhalla Beach. John no longer is in pain and is with his precious Jamie. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love Dwayne, Sheona, Ceilidh, and Padraig Miller - Posted by: Sheona and Dwayne Miller (Friend) on: Apr 26, 2014
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So sorry for your loss Georgina and Kerri. I remeber your John when we first had our resturant in Arnes and we would go to Hazelwood Davies and get groceries. That was the first place a met him. He was a wonderful sweet man and always a kidder. Cherish the memories you have they last a life time. - Posted by: Sherri Einarson (friend) on: Apr 26, 2014
