Russel HEISE

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HEISE: Russel Douglas Frederick Heise, April 13, 1928- December 31, 2017. Russel Douglas Frederick Heise passed away peacefully with family by his side on December 31, 2017 at Birch Lodge Personal Care Home in Hamiota, MB. He will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his children Harvey (Cathy), Glenda (Ron) Lawn, Lorelle (Fraser) Farley and Martin (Marlene); his grandchildren Shawn (Jennifer) Heise, Ryan (Melanie) Heise, Kurt Lawn, Mark Lawn, Meghen Farley, Greg Farley, Derek Heise and Regan (Marc) Simard; his great-grandchildren Raiya Farley, Adelynn, Quinn and Tanner Heise, Dustin, Brayden and Owen Heise and Sloan Simard. Also cherishing his memory are brothers Dave (Marg) Heise, Lawrence (Lynn) Heise, and John (Merle) Heise; sisters-in-law Margaret L. Heise and Audrey Angus; and many nieces, nephews and friends. He was predeceased by his loving wife Shirley; his parents Russel and Thirza Heise; his parents-in-law Alf and Gladys Schweitzer; brother Art Heise; sisters-in-law Ruth Rockley, Marie Solvason, Marg Gregory and Faye Schweitzer; and brothers-in-law Russ Schweitzer, Ab Rockley, Armann Solvason, Ray Gregory, and Elgin Angus. Born April 13, 1928 at Isabella, MB, Doug grew up on the family farm with his four brothers and completed his education at Isabella School. His farming career began in 1946 when he purchased land from his grandfather. He attended the University of Manitoba and received a Diploma in Agriculture in 1948. On October 21, 1950, he married Shirley Schweitzer of Decker, MB and they farmed together for over 50 years. Family was the most important part of Doug's life. A proud and nurturing father and grandfather, he loved having the family together to celebrate special events. Doug was a strong community supporter, volunteering in many capacities. He was a school trustee, chairman of the Isabella Community Committee and served on both the rink and hall boards. He spent countless hours organizing events such as bonspiels, fastball tournaments and reunions. He organized junior curling and coached the Isabella Blues ladies softball team for 10 years. He and Shirley were honoured to have been presented with the Bill Clark Memorial Volunteer Award in recognition of their service to the Isabella community. Doug loved curling, both as a player and a fan. He and Shirley travelled to many places to attend Briers and World Championships. He began collecting curling pins and developed an impressive collection over the years.  He enjoyed this hobby and always said it was a great way to meet people from all over Canada and the World. Doug and Shirley enjoyed camping and fishing with "the gang" at many of Manitoba's lakes. During the winter, Saturday nights were spent with friends playing cards or dominoes and reliving the escapades of those fishing expeditions. Doug suffered a stroke and retired in 1998. He and Shirley continued to live on the farm, helping with family and community activities and tending to their beautiful yard. In 2009, they moved to Park Residence in Hamiota. They enjoyed living there but, sadly, Shirley became ill and passed away in 2014. Unable to care for himself, Doug moved to Birch Lodge. He never lost his sense of humour, his positive attitude or his warm smile and enjoyed the activities there, especially trips to the rink to watch curling. A Graveside Service for family and friends will be held on Saturday, June 9, 2018 at 1:30 p.m. at the Isabella Cemetery followed by a Celebration of Life and Reception at 2:00 p.m. in the Isabella Community Hall, Isabella, MB. For those so desiring, donations may be made in Doug's memory to the Isabella Community Fund, Isabella, MB, R0M 0Y0 or to the Birch Lodge Personal Care Home Activity Fund, c/o Hamiota District Health Centre, Hamiota, MB, R0M 0T0. Messages of condolencecan be shared atwww.campbellfuneralhome.caCampbell Funeral Home of Hamiota, MB are in charge of arrangements. (866) 620-2744.

As published in Brandon Sun on Feb 03, 2018