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ARTHUR FREDRICK SQUIRES (PA)
Born: May 02, 1937
Date of Passing: May 16, 2014
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ARTHUR FREDRICK SQUIRES (PA) May 2, 1937 May 16, 2014 We are very saddened to announce the sudden passing of our much loved husband, father and grandfather. God answered Pa's wishes as Pa passed away peacefully with his loving wife Dorice, of 56 years, by his side in Mulvihill where he was born and raised. Pa fought many challenging health issues throughout his life from Polio to the last being Parkinson's disease and heart failure. Pa was born May 2, 1937 in the Eriksdale Hospital. He enjoyed the country life until coming to Winnipeg to work in 1953. As the saying goes, "you can take the boy out of the country but you can't take the country out of the boy". Pa followed his heart and spent many Christmas and Easter holidays and weekends back in the country, at the farm, with Dorice and his children and grandchildren. We spent much of this time enjoying the value of nature and creating many everlasting memories for us all to cherish. In earlier years Pa loved hunting and fishing with his children and grandchildren. He also loved baseball, curling, snowmobiling and a good game of Canasta or Poker. Art worked at various places before commencing work at Hart Emerson - Carter Day from 1961 to 1984. In 1984 Pa took a big leap of faith and established Can-Seed Equipment Ltd. which is still operated by his son Wayde and daughter-in-law Joan in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Pa was well known and well respected in Canada by many who are and were involved in seed growing, processing and trading. Art was a member of the Masons, GEAPS, CSGA and the MSGA. He was proudly honoured for his involvement in his career by Seed Growers and the SSGA at an annual convention in Saskatoon many years ago. Likewise, Pa donated funds to help the University of Saskatchewan build the new Agriculture Building in Saskatoon and was proud to have his name carved into the stone wall near the building's entrance. Pa is survived by his beloved wife Dorice; his beloved companion Mr. Bud; his children Wayde (Joan) of Saskatoon, Debbie (Keith) Lundale of Eriksdale and Waverley (Diana) of Lester Beach; grandchildren, who he was so proud of, Krystin (Chris), Kyle (Rikki), Nicole, David, Courtney (Dustin); his brothers Clifford (Joanne) of Nanaimo, Willard (Toni) of Winnipeg; sister Violet Besson of Winnipeg; his sisters-in-law Marlene Pollard, Margaret Davis and Marie (Don) Schroeder; his "Cousie" Wayne (Lorraine) Sanford along with many cousins, aunts and uncles, nieces and nephews and many great friends. He was predeceased by his parents Willard Squires and Rose Pearson, grandparents Charles and Rosa Sanford, brothers Allan Squires and Leonard Pearson, sister Eileen Tkach, brothers-in-law Victor Besson and John Tkach. He will be greatly missed by many. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Winnipeg Humane Society, 45 Hurst Way Winnipeg, Manitoba R3T 9Z9 or to a charity of your own choice. Cremation has taken place. An honouring of "Pa's" life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, May 23, 2014 at the Eriksdale Recreational Centre with Mel Kauppila officiating. Service will conclude at the hall with a lunch to follow. Arrangements by: ARNASON FUNERAL HOME Ashern - Lundar 1-204-768-2072 1-866-323-3593
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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 20, 2014
Condolences & Memories (10 entries)
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I realize this is a bit late but I just found out about Art's passing. Dorice was my babysitter when I was young. My mother and I remember Art as a happy go-lucky type of person. I remember a memory all of his children hugging him when he woke after a long trip on the road when he was a driver. Sincerely, Lucy (McKane) Vagasi - Posted by: Lucy McKane-Vagasi (Friend of family) on: Aug 31, 2014
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Dorice & family, We were saddened to hear of Art's passing. Art is now resting peacefully and suffers no more. We send our condolences to the family. Val & Bob Ritter - Posted by: Val & Bob Ritter (In-laws to Debbie Lundale) on: May 31, 2014
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Art was a great friend and a social buddy, he helped me in many ways. My thoughts to Dorice and Family. I shall burn a few candles for him. - Posted by: Cornell Kozoway... Koz (Calgary) (Old buddy) on: May 25, 2014
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Although I never had the opportunity to meet him I have heard many wonderful stories about him from Waverley. My thoughts are with the Squires family. - Posted by: Barb McLennan (Friend of Waverly and Diana) on: May 22, 2014
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Dear Dorice, Debbie & the Squires/Lundale family, I am heartsick at learning of Art's sudden passing. Extending my deepest sympathy and know my thoughts are with you at this very sad time. Please cherish the memories of a life well lived. I wish you peace and comfort in the days and weeks ahead. - Posted by: Lynda Ruban (staff at the Canadian Cancer Society) on: May 20, 2014
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So very sorry to hear of Waverley's father. Diana it's surely been a trying time for you both these last few months. I'm thinking of you both and sending you my condolences and hugs. With deepest sympathy. - Posted by: Penny (Co-worker of Diana) on: May 20, 2014
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Art was one of the very best people we had the honor of knowing. He gave many an example to live by, honesty, kindness and love. We enjoyed many visits and card games. Even when losing, Art would laugh and joke even though he was in pain. He truly enjoyed sharing time with friends not winning the game. His game is done, he played it well. God Bless those he left behind to remember a wonderful man. With love, Eileen & Richard - Posted by: Eileen Davidson (Long time friends) on: May 20, 2014
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Dorice And Family, My sincere condolences to Dorice and Family. I have known Art most of my life, and shared many childhood experiences. I always admired Art for his honesty and integrity, and his desire to help anybody, also his love of nature and animals. It was always a pleasure to be with Art. - Posted by: John Monteith (Friend) on: May 20, 2014
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My heartfelt sympathy to Dorice and family. Art was an all round good guy with his pleasing personality. His concern for my Bill (2008) was genuine. Bill always welcomed Art's phone calls. Art will be sadly missed but remembered fondly. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Joanne - Posted by: Joanne Brennan (Friend) on: May 20, 2014
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We are so sorry to hear of Art's passing...I'm sure it is a very hard time for You, Dorice, and all the Family... you have always been a close knit family, and now that Circle has been broken. We want to extend to you, Dorice, and, "all the Family", "Our Deepest, and, Most Heartfelt Sympathy"....I know you have a "storehouse" of Wonderful memories to "fall back on". They will be a Comfort, although they will be shared with many a tear. So nice to have been able to visit with you at your Country home, some time ago. Rest In Peace Art. Sincerely j\Janet Jundt;and Ron McCurdy. - Posted by: Janet Jundt & Ron McCurdy (Aquaintances) on: May 20, 2014