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GEORGE LESLIE ARTHUR DUNMALL
Date of Passing: Nov 29, 2014
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryGEORGE LESLIE ARTHUR DUNMALL 1920 - 2014 Peacefully, with his family by his side, George Dunmall passed away on November 29, 2014 at the age of 94. He followed his bride of 66 years, Mary (Mae) Dunmall, who passed away on November 23, 2014. Mae's obituary was printed November 29. George and Mae will be sadly missed and always loved by their sons, Larry (Sharon) and Christopher (Sharon). Their lives were centered on their family and they especially loved time with their grandchildren: Jeffrey (Shaughnessy), Karen (Tim), Adrian and Travis. In later years, Dad and Mom were happiest when visited by their five great-grandchildren: Ben, Owen, Jenna, Gavin and Weston. They made each person feel special. George dedicated his life to keeping us safe. He joined the Second World War on July 12, 1940 as a Royal Air Force pilot where he served faithfully until October 24, 1945. George valiantly flew Sterling aircraft for the resistance in Italy, France, Norway and Denmark. Back in Winnipeg, George was the second officer hired by the St. James Police Department, later amalgamated into the Winnipeg Police Department. He served for more than 30 years, retiring in 1979. Dad led many investigations, including the team that solved the Great Winnipeg Gold Robbery of 1966. George loved Betula Lake where he would sit deep in the woods in the middle of a blueberry patch filling gallon ice cream pails. The best days were when his grandchildren and dogs Misty and Skye came to visit. Mae and George had a special marriage spanning 66 years. They were a constant support for each other and at Deer Lodge would park their wheelchairs together and hold hands: a storybook life-long romance. Faith was an important part of their lives. Mae and George were devote Catholics and active members of the church parishes at St. Ann's and St. Paul the Apostle, attending regular church services at Deer Lodge. The staff for veterans at Deer Lodge Tower 4 did a masterful job of caring for George. Thank you. His rose will be missed deeply. George, we all aspire to accomplish as much and be as widely loved as you. We know you are happy with Mom. Rest in peace, Dad. A funeral mass for George and Mae will be held Thursday, December 4 at 10:15 a.m. at St. Paul the Apostle (2400 Portage Ave). We welcome everyone to stay for a lunch reception following the service. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to a charity of your choice if you wish. THOMSON "IN THE PARK" 204-925-1120 Condolences may be sent to www.thomsoninthepark.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 02, 2014
Condolences & Memories (3 entries)
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George and Mary will be missed. As a staff member at Deer Lodge I was honoured to have known George over the years and spent many days talking and walking with him. George was a kind hearted man with a wonderful sense of humor which I will miss dearly. Rest in peace George and Mary you are forever together. Condolences to the family, they were wonderful people. - Posted by: Dlc (Friend ) on: Dec 03, 2014
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Larry, we were saddened to hear this week about the loss of your Mother and Father. By all accounts, they lived a long, loving life together till the end. Know that the thoughts of our family go out to you, Sharon, Jeff, Karen and the rest of the Dunmall family. Your friendship has always been important to me and you are all in our prayers. - Posted by: Ian, Kimberly, Adam and Isaac Shaw (Friends) on: Dec 03, 2014
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My deepest sympathy on the recent loss of both your mother Mae and father George. As a policeman in St. James I met them both and respected them deeply. I used to visit the the Dunmall's on Christmas Eve dressed as Santa and they sure got excited. Professionally, George was very supportive of me and made me his Identication Officer. We attended court together daily and he was very positive and even tempered with all his Staff. Your family and all who knew Mae and George will be deeply saddened by their profound loss. Yours affectionately R.L.(Bob) Bridgwater - Posted by: Rob Bridgwater (Co-Worker) on: Dec 02, 2014
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