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FREDERICK ALVIN (AL) MACATAVISH
Born: Jul 05, 1940
Date of Passing: Aug 29, 2024
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FREDERICK ALVIN (AL) MACATAVISH
On August 29, 2024, with his family at his side Al left us peacefully.
Al's wife Cathy was his best friend. They shared many years of love and happiness. Al will be greatly missed by their family, Tanis (Paul) and Derek (Brittany).
"Papa Al" will remain always in the memories of grandkids, Jayme, Nolan and little Kenzie, just 2 months old. How he loved to share in the kid’s achievements, his support will go with them always.
Al treasured the family time he shared with his cousin Alma Acheson and her son Bill. Alma looked up to Al as she would a big brother, she will miss him greatly.
Al was the only child of Fred and Alma (nee Shenkarchuk). He grew up in East Kildonan. He achieved an Engineering Degree from the University of Manitoba and spent his entire career with Manitoba Hydro, retiring in 2000 as VP - Transmission and Distribution.
Al Macatavish's dedication to his family came first, but his dedication to his career and his community came a very close second. His countless hours, days and months of volunteering to his favourite sports, curling and golf, includes a massive list of achievements. He is an inductee into both the Manitoba Curling Hall of Fame, and the Manitoba Golf Hall of Fame.
In lieu of flowers, Al's family will be grateful for any donation to CancerCare Manitoba and to the Winnipeg Humane Society.
Arrangements entrusted to: Interlake Cremation & Memorial Services
Publish Date: Sep 7, 2024
FREDERICK ALVIN (AL) MACATAVISH
Peacefully on August 29, 2024 at the Selkirk District and Health Centre Al passed away at the age of 84 years.
Cremation has taken place and a private family service will be held at a later date.
Publish Date: Aug 31, 2024 Make a donation to
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Aug 31, 2024, Aug 31, 2024, Sep 07, 2024
Condolences & Memories (7 entries)
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Al and I studied for our MBA at the U of M together. It was always a pleasure to be in the same class as Al! May he rest in peace! - Posted by: gerald pronyk (friend) on: Sep 08, 2024
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Al was a true friend to high school curling. He built up a great relationship between MCA and MHSAA. He was a real gentleman and a class act. Always had tons of respect for Al. RIP. - Posted by: Morris Glimcher (Friend. Former exec dir of Mb High school sports) on: Sep 07, 2024
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Dear Cathy, I was saddened to read today of Al’s passing. I have many fond memories of our friendship and the good times we spent together both on and off the golf course. Sincerely, Jim - Posted by: James Halliday (Friend) on: Sep 06, 2024
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Sincerest condolences to Cathy. Al was a true gentleman and he and Cathy formed a great team in promoting the game of golf in Manitoba and the rest of Canada. - Posted by: Michael Carroll (Golf Canada President 2013) on: Sep 06, 2024
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We met both, Cathy and Al through the RCGA, and found them to be very giving and good participators with people and therefore were a great asset to this great game of golf. Al was a very well like person. We offer our sympathies to Cathy and the family. With our blessings and heartfelt sympathy. Keith and Marianne. - Posted by: Keith and Marianne Rever (Friend - by Association with RCGA - also as Past President of RCGA in 1989.) on: Sep 05, 2024
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My sincere condolences to Cathy. I have great memories of several in-depth conversations with Al when we were doing a major governance reform for RCGA/Golf Canada. I really appreciated both Cathy and Al’s support during my time with RCGA/Golf Canada. - Posted by: Karen Rackel (Friend) on: Sep 05, 2024
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On behalf of the Governor General's Curling Club our heartfelt sympathies to the family. Al was inducted in the Governor General's Curling Club in 1999, in recognition of his dedication to building and growing the sport of curling, locally, provincially and nationally. Al was also involved in golf, as a past president of the Manitoba Golf Association and the Royal Canadian Golf Association. Al's commitment to curling and sport has been recognized by a number of curling associations, including the Ray Kingsmith award by Curling Canada. - Posted by: The Governor General's Curling Club (Member) on: Sep 01, 2024