VIC GOOMANSINGH

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VIC GOOMANSINGH Suddenly yet peacefully, Vic Goomansingh, loving husband, father, brother, uncle, community friend and supporter, left this physical earth. He leaves to mourn his wife of almost 37 years, Mona; two children, Kyle and Romona; numerous friends and family in Canada, the United States and Trinidad. Dad was born and raised in Diamond Village, Trinidad. Dad had three brothers and two sisters. Dad was a keen student and attended Naparima High School. As a young boy, he valued education and felt that becoming a teacher would be the noblest profession. After teaching a few years in Trinidad, Dad came to Canada as a student in 1961. He attended United College and the University of Manitoba. Ultimately, he earned degrees in Science, Arts, and Education. As a teacher, he taught in various locations in Manitoba. He enjoyed the challenge of teaching rural students as well as the students of Winnipeg. Over the years, he would be recognized by several former students who quickly identified themselves and recalled a moment they shared. Dad loved to inspire young people. Whether the student was age five, 15 or 25, he would always interject some type of academic question in the conversation to assess this student. He would reply, A teacher always needs to monitor the student's progress. As a university student in the 1960s, he met his future wife, also a student and married her in 1970. Together Vic and Mona have been tireless workers for the Indo Canadian Community and the community at large. Dad served as President of the Indo Caribbean Cultural Association, Hindu Society of Manitoba and the India School of Dance, Music and Theatre. He also was actively involved with the India Association of Manitoba. He felt that it was an honour to serve and instilled this belief in his children. With the benefit of a teacher's vacation, he was able to visit various parts of the world and experience the multi-cultures of the world. He never stopped learning, reading and studying. Over the last few years, Dad became a devoted reader of the Bhagavat Gita and Shrimad Bhagavatam. These texts were his companions. He even served as the temple librarian to spread the knowledge of these Hindu scriptures. These books gave him solace, comfort, and a path to salvation. Dad was a gardener, a hockey fan, and loved the summer. He could spend countless hours outdoors. He loved nature and he loved being near nature. A chilled Pepsi was his drink of choice with a good Indian meal. He constantly taught his family, friends and wanted everyone to learn, study, and improve. He was not a complainer and always conducted himself as a gentleman. While his family and friends grieve his loss, we take comfort in his doing his duties to the best of his abilities. He spoke openly about life and when he uttered with his final breath Oh God we knew his journey on this earth was complete. Dad, we will miss you and wonder why you left us so unexpectedly. Your thoughts, ideas and memory will live on. You are at peace and your lessons will guide us. We will always love you! Jai Shri Krishna! A funeral service will be held on Sunday, June 3 at 9:00 a.m. in Thomson In The Park Funeral Home, 1291 McGillivray Blvd. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 102 - 310 Broadway, Winnipeg, MB R3C 0S6. THOMSON IN THE PARK FUNERAL HOME AND CEMETERY 1291 McGILLIVRAY BLVD. www.thomsoninthepark.com 925-1120

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jun 02, 2007