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MERVIN LEONARD SIEMENS
Born: Oct 21, 1959
Date of Passing: Nov 13, 2014
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryMERVIN LEONARD SIEMENS October 21, 1959 - November 13, 2014 On November 13, 2014, Merv passed away peacefully, with his family by this side, at the Mazankowski Heart Institute. Three days after his much anticipated heart transplant, complications prevented his expected recovery. Merv was born to Frank P. and Elsie Siemens of Rosenort, MB, on October 21, 1959. Merv married his high school sweetheart on May 1, 1982. Merv and Lori enjoyed seven years of wedded bliss together, including four months in Australia, before becoming proud parents of their daughter Tiffany Rose Marie on March 15, 1990, and son Jamie Scott on February 14, 1993. Merv lived an active life. He enjoyed working at Rosenort Motors as a diesel mechanic for thirty two years. When his health no longer allowed him to do heavy duty mechanics, he worked together with his brother-in-law John starting the Greensite shingle recycling company. Merv served on the Rosenort Fire Department for twenty years as a firefighter and fire chief. He was actively involved in his church, served on the Inner City Youth Alive board, and spent a few seasons as Jamie's hockey coach. Merv loved life! Snow and water skiing, barefooting, and playing hockey were some of the many activities he loved to do. Even though his abilities to do these things slowly started to deteriorate after his stroke in 2003, he continued to actively enjoy these pastimes as long as he possibly could. He then enjoyed them through the lives of his kids and nieces and nephews, watching them play hockey and pulling them behind the boat. He also loved woodworking, guns, Nascar, sitting by the fire, camping, bike trips with his buddies and so many other things. He has left behind Lori, his best friend and wife of 32 ½ years; his daughter Tiffany and her husband Michael, and his son Jamie; his two brothers, Randy and Les; three sisters, Doris, Louanna, Sandra and their families; and his faithful companion, Shadow. The funeral will be held Wednesday, November 19, 2014, at 2:00 p.m. at the Rosenort Evangelical Mennonite Church. A private burial will be held before the funeral. The family wishes to thank Dr. Sharkey, G.P.; the excellent nurses and doctors at the Cardiac Care Unit and Pacemaker Clinic at the St. Boniface Hospital; the nurses and doctors at the Mazankowski Heart Institute, who tried everything they could to better Merv's life; and our family and friends who have loved and supported us through this journey. In Merv's memory, donations can be made to the Rosenort Fire Department towards a new Rescue Truck. Arrangements Entrusted to: Morris Funeral Home 204-746-2451
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 18, 2014
Condolences & Memories (5 entries)
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My condolences to you Lori and your Family... I will always remember Merv for being such a strong athlete in school, track meets, volleyball, football, I could go on and on. But that's the first thing that came to mind such a strong person and I remember his smile from school. Lori and Family... I'll be praying for you, may you feel God wrap his loving arms around you, and give you peace and healing and his love for you. Posted by Gloria Penner ( Klassen ) Rosenort High School on: Dec 29, 2014 - Posted by: Gloria Penner ( Kassen ) (Rosenort High School...) on: Dec 29, 2014
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Our Dearest Lori, Tiffany-Michael and Jamie, Our thoughts are with you today and every day. Merv touched so many lives and we are truly grateful he touched ours. I hope he had told you about the Racoon shooting, it was definitely an eye opener for a city girl who just moved to Rosenort, maybe Jamie remembers. That is just one memory of many that we have and will never forget. He truly was Special!!! We will miss him. We continue to pray for your family and should you need some good ears we are here. God Bless - Posted by: Gary & Susan Sivonen (Friends) on: Nov 19, 2014
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My thoughts and prayers are with all of you as a family as you grieve for your husband and father. I have so many good memories of Merv....camp outs at stephenfield with the youth group, christmas carolling, intense broomball, and his laugh. A testimony of faithfulness and perseverance. His love of life and commitment was felt throughout the community. He will be missed..... May the Lord carry you..... With love - Posted by: Bonnie (friesen) Estella (Friend) on: Nov 18, 2014
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Our hearts are so heavy, and ache for your loss. I will always remember Merv's wonderful sense of humour and his bubbly, infectious laugh. Merv will be missed by so many people, whose lives he has touched. You will continue to be in our prayers. May God give you comfort and peace that passes all understanding. - Posted by: Patricia & Steve Harder (friend, classmate, & 2nd cousin) on: Nov 18, 2014
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To Lori, Tiffany, Michael and Jamie our hearts break for you at the Loss of Merv. He was a kind and caring man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time. Take care my friends. - Posted by: Tony, Teresa, Michael, Maria and Christina Lamorte (Friend) on: Nov 18, 2014