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DONALD DEFOORT

DONALD JAMES (JIM) DEFOORT July 2, 1936 - July 8, 2012 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jim DeFoort on Sunday, July 8, 2012 surrounded by his family at Health Sciences Centre. Jim is survived by his loving wife of 36 years, Barbara (nee Clarke), his four children: sons, Jay (Dennise), Michael, John and daughter, Colleen (Shane) and his grandchildren: Brent, Amanda, Sarah, Brandon and Jenna. He is also survived by: brothers, Ron (Nellie), Garry (Marlene), Dennis (Mary-Anne) and sister, Marge (Fern) Vincent. He was predeceased by father, Joseph and mother, Irene (nee? Cousin) and his first wife, Mildred Ashworth. Jim was born in St. Boniface, MB and grew up in Windsor Park on Speers Road. Throughout his life he worked at CN, owned/operated seven service stations, including the Rocket Car Wash on Portage Avenue and with his brother Ron they owned Royal Lake Tourist Resort in Ontario. Jim finished his working career as a real estate broker for new home sales in Winnipeg. In his younger years he enjoyed racing cars, hunting and snowmobiling. He loved spending time with family and friends, spending time at the lake, skiing, fishing, boating and in later years painting. Jim would always greet you with a smile, his life was surrounded by family and he shared his calm, generous spirit with all who knew him. We will always remember the strong, courageous man who told the best stories and had the biggest heart. In keeping with Jim's wishes, cremation has taken place and a tribute to his life will be held on Thursday, July 12, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. at Joy Lutheran Church, inside Grace Christian Church, 50 Barnes Street. In Jim's memory donations may be made to the Kidney Foundation of Canada at www.kidney.ca, or Transplant Manitoba at www.transplantmanitoba.ca. The Coutu Family in care of arrangements: E.J. COUTU CO. FUNERAL DIRECTORS 680 Archibald St. (204) 253-5086 ejcoutu.com
Publish Date: Jul 11, 2012

DONALD JAMES (JIM) DEFOORT It is with great sadness the family announces the passing of Jim DeFoort on Sunday, July 8, 2012, at the Health Sciences Centre at the age of 76 years. Funeral arrangements are pending and a longer obituary will follow in Wednesday's edition. The Coutu Family in care of arrangements: E.J. COUTU CO. FUNERAL DIRECTORS 680 Archibald Street 253-5086
Publish Date: Jul 10, 2012

As published in the Winnipeg Free Press on July 11, 2012

Guest Book(5 entries)

  • Barb & Family, my deepest sympathy to you and your family at this very sad time. It was a pleasure to serve on the Board of Directos of Sterling Towers with Jim as he had a wealth of knowledge and was a great contributor to the board and our small condo community. He will be missed by all that knew him.
    - Posted by: Diane VanMackelberg ((old neighbor) on: Jul 12, 2012
  • We are very saddened to lose a great man from our family. Jim was such a pleasant person to be around and enjoyed his stories as well as his interest in each of our lives. We send our love and sympathy to all the family and sorry we are not able to be with you at this time
    - Posted by: Jim and Paulette Trewin (Family) on: Jul 11, 2012
  • Barb, so sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest sympathy to you, Michael, Johnny and Colleen. Take care. Bob's cousin Jo-Anne
    - Posted by: Jo-Anne Williams (ex cousin in law) on: Jul 11, 2012
  • We just heard; Glen was kind enough to pass on this sad news. I won't be able to attend but will be thinking of you. Please don't hesitate to call if there is anything we can do to help.
    - Posted by: Barbara Ann Ashworth (niece) on: Jul 11, 2012
  • A true gentleman, loving husband, father and Pappa, and family friend to us, Jim will be truly missed! We loved to hear his stories about he and Barb's adventures and his enthusiastic news about all the grandchildren. He was so proud of them all, and was always ready to share a story about their visits. His sense of humor, gentle nature and quiet strength will always be remembered. To all of Jim's family.. you are in our thoughts as you prepare to celebrate his life. We pray that you find comfort in the memories and peace in the knowledge that you will meet again. Our most heartfelt sympathy to all of you
    - Posted by: Cindy Nachtigall and Family (Family Friend) on: Jul 11, 2012

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