STEPHEN (HARRY) JARVIS

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STEPHEN (HARRY) JARVIS Peacefully, with family by his side, we announce with great sadness the passing of Stephen, at the age of 79, on June 11, 2007 at the Lions Personal Care Centre, after a courageous battle with cancer. Stephen was predeceased by his loving wife Margaret, his parents and sister Sheila. Stephen will be lovingly remembered by his son James Jarvis and wife Verena, daughter Peggy Randall (Fred East and his daughter Stephanie), special friend Ollie, cousins and many dear friends. Stephen was born in Cypress River, then moved to Elm Creek and finally to Winnipeg, where he met the love of his life, Margaret. In 1952, Stephen and Margaret were married. In 1960 and 1962 they adopted James and Peggy, whom they were very proud of. The family resided in St. James for many years, Stephen worked for the St. James School Division for over 31 years as a custodian. Throughout his lifetime, Stephen came to appreciate a number of things that gave him pleasure including, his love for his family, his involvement with Canadian Order of Foresters for 43 years, being a member of the St. James Anglican Church and being involved with cubs and boy scouts. Stephen also loved summer vacations camping with a trailer club in his motor home, eventually going on to purchase lake property at Twin Beaches where good times were had with neighbours and friends. Stephen also enjoyed going to the rotary chicken fry annually for many years. After his wife passed away in 1994, Stephen took on a big undertaking with his life and health. He then decided to move to the Lions Manor in 1999, which brought out the best in him. He joined the choir, took organ lessons, was the Vice President on their Resident Council and was also a part of the food committee. Stephen enjoyed going on the many outings and even got into mischief with the ladies on occasion. It gave Stephen great pleasure to make gracious donations to the Lions Manor, Grace Hospital and most recently a lovely keyboard to the Ness Baptist Church. Visitation will be held on Friday, June 15, 2007 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home. Funeral service will be held on Saturday, June 16, 2007 at 3:00 p.m. also at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home, 4000 Portage Ave. Special thanks to Dr. lan Maharaj and numerous caregivers on the second floor at The Lions Personal Care Centre. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Stephen's memory to CancerCare Manitoba ON1160 - 675 McDermot Ave., Winnipeg, MB, R3E 0V9 or the charity of your choice. Arrangements entrusted to: Chapel Lawn Funeral Home 885-9715

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jun 15, 2007