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CLIFFORD WARREN HINES
Born: Apr 30, 1939
Date of Passing: Jan 04, 2017
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryCLIFFORD WARREN HINES With deep sadness we announce the passing of Cliff Hines on January 4, 2017. Cliff was predeceased by his parents, Carl and Hilda; siblings Walter, Lloyd, Jean and John (Jack). He leaves to cherish his memory his wife Betty; children, Jim (Karla), Janett (Mike) and Debbie (Kent); grandchildren, Thomas, Joseph, Kyle, Samantha, Sarah, Kelsey, Joshua and Kaden, many nieces and nephews and his dog Bob. Cliff was born April 30, 1939 in Eastern Passage, NS. He was very proud of his United Empire Loyalist heritage and his Maritime roots. He told stories of eating lobster sandwiches and crossing Halifax Harbour by ferry to attend school. He served as an alter boy and cross bearer at the Anglican Church. Cliff learned the value of a days work early, driving a taxi at the age of 14. At 17, he enlisted in the RCAF (Shearwater), beginning a career that would take him across Canada and to Germany. He met and married Betty during his first posting to Gimli. After completing his service in 1976, he accepted the position of Superintendent of Electronic Maintenance with Environment Canada in Winnipeg. There, he had many adventures and made life-long friends with what he called "The Flying Circus" travelling to remote Northern Canada and Madagascar. He retired in 1993 and moved with Betty back to Gimli, enjoying cards, golf and frequent visits from the grandchildren. Cliff had a passion for hockey and baseball, a fan of the Winnipeg Jets and the Toronto Blue Jays and attended many games. He was proud to share his Nova Scotia roots with Sidney Crosby and cheered for the Penguins too. He coached Jim's little league team and umpired games. He had a special place in his heart for horses and dogs, rescuing more than one. We will remember him as a kind hearted, devoted man, as well as the life of every party. Cremation has taken place, a Celebration of Life is planned for the spring. Cliff's family is grateful to all staff at the Gimli Community Health Centre, especially the nurses and Dr. Patel. Also thank you to those who were a source of strength, you know who you are. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Gimli Humane Society. Gilbart Funeral Home, Gimli in care arrangements. www.gilbartfuneralhome.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 07, 2017
Condolences & Memories (6 entries)
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Our sincere condolences to all of Cliff's family. I started working with AES in 1980. Cliff was my supervisor for 13 years. I have many fond memories of Cliff. He was the best to work with and was always a pleasure to have around. I'll never forget Cliff and I'm so grateful to have had him in my life. Thank you Cliff Luc Gobeil - Posted by: Toby & Luc Gobeil (I worked for Cliff at AES) on: May 21, 2017
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I am daughter of Elton, my dad was a sister to Hilda...So Sorry for your loss...Just got word of Clifford's passing I don't remember him much as I was a little younger..My condolences to all his family Gail Sawler - Posted by: Gail Sawler (1st cousin) on: Jan 29, 2017
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Condolances to you Betty. I only just heard the sad news of Cliff's passing. It's a long time since Cliff and I cajoled together both in Europe and then life's luck shone on me again when our paths met in Winnipeg. Cliff, for many of my working years was a wonderful friend, workmate and companion. - Posted by: Andy Anderson (A long ago friend) on: Jan 16, 2017
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Betty! We offer our sincere condolences to you and all of Cliff's family. I first met Cliff in 1976 when he joined AES Winnipeg. He became a good friend and travel companion for me on a couple of those 'Arctic Flying Circus' trips. Rest well my friend! Ken (& Mereda) Leek, Saskatoon - Posted by: Ken (& Mereda) Leek, Saskatoon (Environment Canada workmate & friend) on: Jan 09, 2017
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So very sorry to hear of Cliff's passing, please accept our sincere sympathy for you Betty, and your family.....Gary and Marj. Horne. - Posted by: Gary and Marj. Horne (Cousin) on: Jan 07, 2017
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So sorry to hear of your dad's ,husband's , grandfather's,passing. He was always very welcoming to our group of friends and allowed us many fond teenage memories at his home. Prayers are with you all! - Posted by: Mary-Ann Vaillancourt (Friend) on: Jan 07, 2017