Norman SIMS

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SIMS: Norman George Sims, 1920-2013. It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Norman George Sims on September 16, 2013 at the age of 93. He leaves behind to mourn his sons, Norman and Peter, daughters-in-law, Elizabeth and Rhea, and grandchildren, Caroline, Norman Jr., David, Eva, Georgia, and Kara. He was predeceased by his wife, Esther, and brothers, Doug, John and Percy. Norman was born in Minnedosa, Manitoba and joined the Canadian Army, and during World War II was stationed on the Gaspé Peninsula. There he met his wife, Esther, who was teaching school in Masonville. They were married in Montreal, Quebec on June 26, 1944, and later moved to Winnipeg, where they raised their sons, Norman and Peter. After the War, Dad worked as a carpenter for Bird Construction, operated Martha’s Corner Grocery Store on Corydon Avenue, and then entered the paint business, first with Lowe Brothers, then with Sherwin-Williams and CIL, where he spent a collective total of 35 years. After his wife passed away, Dad moved to the Portsmouth Retirement Residence in Winnipeg, where he spent many happy years. He enjoyed the friends he met there and the activities. Due to his declining health, he spent the past year in the Deer Lodge Personal Care Home. Dad was a quiet man - and a perfect gentleman. He and Mom made a great pair. He especially enjoyed building things, and he passed on his skills to his sons. There were many happy times spent at the cottage at Gull Lake with his family. He was an avid berry picker, and a great crib and card player. He and Mom loved to travel and there are many fond memories of “camping” trips across the United States and Canada. Dad was especially fond of his grandchildren. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. A memorial service will be held Friday, October 11, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Woodhaven Anglican Church, 2700 Portage Ave., Winnipeg, Manitoba. A reception will follow at the church hall. We wish to thank the staff at the Deer Lodge Personal Care Home for their care of Dad. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to a charity of your choice.

As published in Brandon Sun on Sep 28, 2013