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FRANCIS (FRANK) STANLEY ATCHISON March 27, 1920 - June 27, 2014 Peacefully, with his family at his side, Frank passed away at St. Boniface Hospital at the age of 94. Frank was predeceased by his parents Annie and William Atchison, and brother Stanferd, who died in infancy. He is survived by Doris, his beloved wife of 65 years; son Bill; daughter Debbie (Bill); granddaughter Sheila (Josh); brother Bob, and many cousins, nieces and nephews. Frank was born on March 27, 1920 at home on the family farm in Brookside, Saskatchewan. When Frank was in his teens, the family moved to Keewatin, Ontario, where he worked at a logging camp to help support the family after his father passed. Frank was a proud veteran of the Royal Canadian Navy, serving during the Second World War on the HMCS Lockeport and HMCS Courtenay. Soon after the war he began his career with the C.N.R. He met his soul mate Doris at a dance in Kenora, and they were married within the year. Frank and Doris lived on Haig Avenue in St. Vital for 57 years. He enjoyed boating and snowmobiling and was an active volunteer at the Glenwood Community Club. Frank retired from the railway after 35 years and kept busy being Grandpa to the apple of his eye - Sheila. He also played slo-pitch, bowled, curled and the game he excelled at - golf, with two holes-in-one. Doris always accompanied him. They also traveled from coast to coast with their camper, enjoyed visiting relatives while touring and golfing together across Canada. Frank was a quiet and gentle person. He will be sadly missed by family and all those who met him during his life's journey. A celebration of Frank's life will be held at Thomson "In the Park" Funeral Home, 1291 McGillivray Boulevard, on Friday, July 11, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. Special thanks to all the staff at St. Boniface Hospital, especially Dr. Ball, Dr. St. Goddard, Dr. Warrian, Dr. Verrelli, Sheila Bowles and Lydia Harris. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Winnipeg Humane Society or the charity of your choice. THOMSON "IN THE PARK" 204-925-1120 Condolences may be sent to www.thomsoninthepark.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 05, 2014
Condolences & Memories (5 entries)
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Frank was a great bowler up until just a few years ago, when his health was failing. We enjoyed both Frank and Doris at Chateau Lanes and miss their absence. Our thoughts are with you, Doris, and your family, in your time of sorrow. God bless! - Posted by: Glen & Myrna Loewen (Friends of Frank and Doris) on: Jul 10, 2014
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Frank was a pleasure to serve at the Co-op's gas station on St. Anne's Road. I always enjoyed seeing him. God bless you all. - Posted by: David Morrison (Friend) on: Jul 06, 2014
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Sending my sincere condolences. We enjoyed many happy memories with Doris and Frank. Love Soph - Posted by: Sophie Fraser () on: Jul 06, 2014
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Debbie..... Our heart felt condolences on the home going of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family as you go through this valley. God Bless.... Renate ( Schjerning ) Gardy - Posted by: Renate Gardy ( Schjerning ) (Co - Worker with Debbie) on: Jul 05, 2014
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DEbbie..... Our heart felt condolences on the home going of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family as you go through this valley. God Bless.... Renate ( Schjerning ) Gardy - Posted by: Renate Gardy ( Schjerning ) (Co - Worker with Debbie) on: Jul 05, 2014
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