CHARLES EDWARD POND

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CHARLES EDWARD POND It is with profound sadness we announce the passing of Charles Edward Pond on Sunday, February 24, 2008 at the St. Boniface Hospital. Charles is survived by his wife Dorothy, son Gregory Pond, daughters, Cindy Pond (Siri) and Danielle Laye (Randy), grandchildren, Tyler and Natalie, and stepson Brent Myers. He is also survived by his sister Shirley Strauss, brothers, Gerald Pond (Jackie) and Terrance Pond, brothers-in-law, Alex Popp (Lillian) and Murray Popp, and numerous extended family members and friends. He will also by missed by feline companions, Miss Kitty and Bear. He was predeceased by his parents, Edward and Nora Pond, sister Mary Lou, brothers, Gregory and Gary, and infant grandson K.D. Klapecki. Charles (Chuck) was born in Buckingham, Quebec on September 3, 1931, spending his childhood in Ottawa, Ontario. At the age of 19 he enlisted with the P.P.C.L.I. In spite of the severity of injuries suffered while serving in the Korean War, his tenacity and never give up attitude allowed him to live a full and productive life, on his own terms. He began his civilian career with Wardrop Engineering but later in life his sense of adventure lured him to the trucking industry as an owner/operator. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting, fishing, boating, snowmobiling and RV activities. Some of his favourite times were hunting trips with his buddies, in particular good friend George Regier. Chuck and Dorothy enjoyed many winters at Pioneer Village RV Park in Arizona. Although he endured many health related challenges during the past few months, he was surrounded with the love and support of his family. For their care and compassion we would like to thank all emergency services personnel, home care staff, and all doctors, nurses, and support staff at the St. Boniface Hospital involved in Chuck's care. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, March 1 at 10:00 a.m. at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main St. If desired, donations in Chuck's memory may be made to Quagga Cat Rescue, 970 St. Mary's Rd., Winnipeg, MB R2M 3R8 or to The War Amps Champ (child amputee) Program, 1 Maybrook Dr., Scarborough, ON M1V 5K9 CROPO FUNERAL CHAPEL 586-8044

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 28, 2008