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FRANK GALBRAITH SISSONS
Date of Passing: Dec 02, 2012
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryFRANK GALBRAITH SISSONS On Sunday, December 2, 2012, Frank Galbraith Sissons passed away at the Portage District General Hospital at the age of 89 years. Predeceased by his parents, Garfield and Marjorie and by his daughter Nola Jane. He is lovingly remembered by his beloved wife Eva and children Grant (Valerie) Sissons of Portage la Prairie, Lorna (John) Andrews of Vancouver, Don (Kim) Sissons of Portage la Prairie and Mark Sissons of Vancouver; grandchildren Scott (Hollie) Sissons, Meghan (Alain-Remi) Lajeunesse, David Andrews (Stephanie Brule), Erin Andrews, Lisa (Alex) Brown, Blye Sissons (Amy Troop), Kale Sissons; great-grandchildren Mackenna Sissons and Alex Hatt; sister Dorothy (John) Dahl of Madison, Wisconsin. Frank spent his entire life involved in agriculture, operating the family farm in Portage la Prairie, first with his father, and then with his two sons, Grant and Don. He took great pride in the farm's designation as a Century Farm in 1971. In 1984, he became a Robertson Associate for his 30 year contribution to the Canadian Seed Growers' Association. He also spent many years as a Director of Manitoba Pool Elevators, travelling the world on many trade missions, as well as hosting international delegations at the family farm. Frank's family, farm and church were central to his life. Memorial service will take place on Saturday, December 8, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. at Trinity United Church, Portage la Prairie, with Rev. Beth Kerr officiating. As expressions of sympathy, if friends so wish, donations may be made in Frank's memory to Central Plains CancerCare Services, 318 Saskatchewan Ave. E., Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 0K8, or the Trinity United Church Memorial Fund, 15 Tupper St. S., Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 1W7. A tree will be planted in memory and cared for by McKenzies Portage Funeral Chapel, 204-857-4021 www.mckenziesportagefuneralchapel.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 05, 2012
Condolences & Memories (3 entries)
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Don and Kim and family,our thoughts are with you at this difficult time, we are so sorry to hear about your Dad. Take care - Posted by: Kym and Brent Bottomley (Friends of Don and Kim) on: Dec 08, 2012
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My Dad considered Frank one of his great friends and both he and the family farm remained a point that Gordon loved to tell people about. A great man who left a legacy of family that will remember him forever. You must be so grateful for the impact Frank the patriarch and community figure had on a way of life that has seen such change in 89 years, and the grace he accepted the change and the vigour he embraced it with. Portage, Manitoba and Canada have lost a true pioneer and nation builder! Our deepest sympathy to all the Sissons for the loss and our thoughts to you all on the celebration of a life well lived, surrounded by family and good friends. With our greatest admiration! Doug & Janice Robb & Family - Posted by: Doug Robb (family friend) on: Dec 06, 2012
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I recall as if it was yesterday when I met Frank for the first time at our annual local meeting in town with Manitoba Pool Elevators. Frank was an excellent speaker who delivered his message in a very informative way and also listened very intently to the views and concerns of others with great interest. I enjoyed listening and talking with Frank whenever the opportunity was there. We offer our condolences to the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. - Posted by: Ralph Tanchak () on: Dec 05, 2012