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MICHAEL GUEST
Born: Jul 13, 1944
Date of Passing: Apr 21, 2019
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MICHAEL GUEST
1944 - 2019
Michael was born on July 13, 1944 to Wilbur and Dorothy Guest. He grew up in Winnipeg with his parents, sister Susan, and brother Peter. They spent a lot of time at Michael's favourite place, his family cottage at Clearwater Bay. Michael loved the water and formed a lifetime of friendships and warm memories during the time he spent there.
He married his true love and best friend, Barbara, on August 30, 1968. They had two wonderful boys, Jeffrey William and Michael Robert. They had a loving family and were blessed with many happy memories of great times spent together.
Family was of great importance to Michael. His seven grandchildren brought great joy and light to his life. Friendship was also paramount to Michael. He was a well-loved and cherished friend to many, including his Phi Delta Theta fraternity brothers, many of whom remained close his entire life.
Michael had a successful career in Benefits and Insurance Consulting. He started his career at Travelers Insurance Company and then went on to work at Charles A. Kench, William M. Mercer, Ernst & Young, and Morneau & Associates. He ended his career by building his own consulting business.
Some of Michael's favourite interests were golf, cooking, reading and he had a keen interest in the news. He was very knowledgeable as he enjoyed staying informed. You could have an interesting and intelligent conversation with him on any topic. Michael will be remembered as kind, funny, generous and quick-witted.
He is survived by his wife Barbara, and two sons, Jeffrey (Rebecca) and Michael Robert (Petra). He will be greatly missed by his grandchildren, Will, Alex, Isabelle, Benny, Victoria, Evan and Katherine. He will also be dearly missed by his sister Susan and her children, Tara and Peter from Montreal, and his brother Peter (Suzan), Surrey, BC.
A celebration of Michael's life will be held in the coming months. Details will be shared with family and friends when a date is chosen.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 27, 2019
Condolences & Memories (2 entries)
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My dear friend and Phi Delta Theta Fraternity brother, “Guestie,” was one of the kindest and warmest people ever. He has left wonderful, vivid memories with his many friends and business colleagues, and I extend my deepest condolences and best wishes to Barb and the entire family. - Posted by: Ken Ransby (Friend and Fraternity brother) on: Jun 29, 2019
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I'm sorry. Michael and I spent many happy & memorable times together, thoughout our teens & early twenties, as school chums & later as close Fraternity Brothers. Latterly, we stayed connected via the internet. Like all my friends during those early years he remained extra special to me. - Posted by: John C Wilson (Friend since our early teens.) on: Apr 27, 2019