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BARRIE EDLIN POOLE
Born: Dec 08, 1926
Date of Passing: Jan 15, 2014
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BARRIE EDLIN POOLE December 8, 1926 - January 15, 2014 Peacefully, and with his family by his side, Barrie passed away on January 15, 2014. He was predeceased by his parents George and Alma Poole. Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife of 58 years, Shirley (Fairclough), his sons Glenn, Brent (Marie), Shawn (Pat), his daughter Darcia Albrechtsen (Robert), and his grandchildren Corinna, Warren, Andrew, Riley, Jonathan, Amy, Jaida and Anika. Barrie worked for the C.N.R. for 43 years in the Claims Department and spent many years volunteering with the Christmas Cheer Board following his retirement. He also enjoyed many years at his summer cottage in Malachi, ON with his family and so many lake friends. Barrie was also an active and a long-standing member of Grey Street United Church. The family would like to extend their most sincere appreciation to the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Services and the staff at Concordia Hospital for their care and compassion. A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, January 23 at Grey Street United Church (NE - Grey Street and Sandhurst Avenue). In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Grey Street United Church or the Winnipeg Humane Society. THOMSON FUNERAL HOME 669 BROADWAY, WINNIPEG, MB R3C 0X4 204-783-7211 Condolences may be sent to www.thomsonfuneralchapel.com
Publish Date: Jan 22, 2014
BARRIE EDLIN POOLE December 8, 1926 - January 15, 2014 Peacefully, and with his family by his side, Barrie passed away on January 15, 2014. He was predeceased by his parents George and Alma Poole. Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife of 58 years, Shirley (Fairclough), his sons Glenn, Brent (Marie), Shawn (Pat), his daughter Darcia Albrechtsen (Robert), and his grandchildren Corinna, Warren, Andrew, Riley, Jonathan, Amy, Jaida and Anika. Barrie worked for the C.N.R. for 43 years in the Claims Department and spent many years volunteering with the Christmas Cheer Board following his retirement. He also enjoyed many years at his summer cottage in Malachi, ON with his family and so many lake friends. Barrie was also an active and a long-standing member of Grey Street United Church. The family would like to extend their most sincere appreciation to the Winnipeg Fire Paramedic Services and the staff at Concordia Hospital for their care and compassion. A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, January 23 at Grey Street United Church (NE - Grey Street and Sandhurst Avenue). In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Grey Street United Church or the Winnipeg Humane Society. THOMSON FUNERAL HOME 669 BROADWAY, WINNIPEG, MB R3C 0X4 204-783-7211 Condolences may be sent to www.thomsonfuneralchapel.com
Publish Date: Jan 18, 2014
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 22, 2014
Condolences & Memories (11 entries)
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My heartfelt sympathies to Shawn and his family. I remember Mr. Poole as a kind and loving man. Malachi will miss him. Love to all. - Posted by: Corinna Hiebert (Steiner) (Friends) on: May 18, 2014
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My deepest sympathies to your family. Many great memories of your kindness as a family and of Brent's 'Dad' - from a kid who hung around your place (probably a little too much! :) ) We shall pray for the Lord's comfort for all of you. - Posted by: Brian Giesbrecht (friend) on: Jan 30, 2014
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Thinking of you at this time. Mrs Poole my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. - Posted by: Tara Randall (Malachi neighbour) on: Jan 23, 2014
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Having learned that Mr. Poole has passed brought me back to so many years ago. The memories are sweet. My condolences to Mrs Poole and Family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you - Posted by: Rene, Louise Nienhuis and family (friend) on: Jan 20, 2014
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Truly a pleasure to have known Mr. Poole. Our best wishes to the family and to other Malachites who have lost a wonderful friend. - Posted by: Mike and Geri Robson (friend) on: Jan 20, 2014
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We have such fond memories of our Uncle Barry from the Dallenlea gang. He always had a smile on his face and a sparkle in his eyes! Our deepest condolences to the Poole family. - Posted by: Wendy Wingerter (Bayrak) (Dallenlea Neighbour) on: Jan 19, 2014
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Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. Many memories of such a kind neighbour. - Posted by: Barb Tiede/ John Goosen (Friends) on: Jan 19, 2014
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Dear Shirley and family, please accept our heartfelt sympathies on your great loss. Barry was a true friend and a great gentleman. He had a smile and a kind word for you whenever and wherever we would meet. He will be missed by so many and we are poorer with his leaving. - Posted by: Syd and Florence Hepworth (Long time malachi friends) on: Jan 19, 2014
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To the boys and Darcia our thoughts go out to you. Praying for your mom and each one at this time. - Posted by: Rod Giesbrecht (Neighbour) on: Jan 18, 2014
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Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Malachi has lost another wonderful camper, we will all miss that friendly face and honest hello to other fellow campers. - Posted by: Cindy Miller and family (friend) on: Jan 18, 2014
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Our heartfelt sympathies on the passing of your wonderful husband, father and grandfather. We will always remember Barry's smiles and his laughs. He was a very kind person and always made us feel welcome. - Posted by: Mike and Jo-Ann Tesarski (Former members of Grey Street United) on: Jan 18, 2014
