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IAN MACDONALD CUTHBERTSON
Born: Aug 05, 1929
Date of Passing: May 13, 2015
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryIAN MACDONALD CUTHBERTSON August 5, 1929 - May 13, 2015 Ian passed away peacefully with his family by his side on May 13, 2015 at Health Sciences Centre. He will be lovingly remembered by his children Glenn and wife Ophelia, Janet and husband Steve Simons and Nancy and husband Jim Willms. He is also survived by grandchildren Scott Simons and fiancée Hayley Lyons and Laura Simons as well as nephew Terry Hutcheon. He was predeceased by his loving wife Pat in 2009. He was born in Montreal as the eldest child of Jack and Gladys Cuthbertson and spent his formative years in Toronto. Ian moved to Winnipeg in 1950 and met Pat while they were both working at the Bank of Nova Scotia. They married in 1955. After moving to Winnipeg, Ian joined St. Stephens Anglican Church and was a member there for 65 years, volunteering countless hours on the vestry and helping to organize the 100th anniversary of the church. Ian worked for a several companies in administrative roles and retired from MGEA as a staff rep in 1989. Ian was involved in The Queen's Own Cameron Highlanders of Canada from 1951 to the mid 70's. He was also a long term Mason with the Dormer Masonic Lodge. In retirement, Ian and Pat enjoyed spending winters at their condo in Florida and summers at the cottage on Lake of the Woods. Ian was actively involved in the condo corporation in Florida, serving on the Board of Governors for many years. More recently, he became involved in the Condo Board at his residence in Winnipeg. The family would like to thank the caring and compassionate doctors, nurses and health care staff at the Grace Hospital and the Health Sciences Centre who provided exceptional care for Dad over the last few months. Dad enjoyed his discussions with all of you. Cremation has taken place with a private family interment to follow. A memorial service will be held at St. Stephen's Anglican Church, 220 Helmsdale Avenue on Tuesday, May 19 at 11:00 a.m. with the Reverend Linda Parsons officiating. A reception will follow in the Church Hall. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Stephen's Anglican Church or a charity of your choice. "May the winds of love blow softly, And whisper so you can hear, We will always love and miss you, And wish that you were here. For all that life has given us, And all that's left to do, We'll know no greater treasure, Than the days we had with you."
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 16, 2015
Condolences & Memories (8 entries)
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My condolences to Ian's family. I worked with Ian while both of us were employed at the MGEA. He was truly a decent man. - Posted by: Brian Havelock (Former co-worker) on: May 19, 2015
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What fun we all had in Fl and still miss Pat and will miss Ian as well our Fl group has gone separate ways but friendships will remain even in our memories. - Posted by: Barb Rusciolelli (good friend) on: May 18, 2015
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Sad to learn of the passing of Ian. I last talked to him at the MGEU Convention held some months ago. I always thought of Ian as a very mature and thoughtful person with a good sense of humour. He once diagnosed me as having gout when I was describing some real pain in one foot. I went to see my Doctor and told him this diagnosis. My Doctor said that I did not have gout, but to return if I had a flare up. Well I did, went back and after some tests were done, Ian was right. I had gout. An example of Ian's friendliness was many years ago, for some reason my son Grant and I were at Ian and Pat's cottage on Lake of the Woods. Gary Doer was there as well. Well Gary tried his hand at windsurfing, he kept falling off, probably one of his very few failures. My son Grant got on the board and away he went, farther and farther out on the lake. I recall Ian saying that it looks like he can't figure out how to get back into the wind. Ian got in his boat and went out and brought my son back in. Later Ian took us out on the lake for a wonderful cruise on his nice sail boat. I've always respected Ian for that. My sincerest condolences to the family. He will be remembered as a good person. - Posted by: Bob Olien (Co worker at MGEA/MGEU) on: May 18, 2015
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You Cuthbertsons were like family to us, your dad like an uncle, always caring and kind to me. I always enjoyed our times at your house on Linden, out at the lake (where I learned how to waterski) and visiting your mom and dad in Florida. I will miss you Mr. C !!! (And I continue to miss Mrs. C!) LF - Posted by: Lauren Bailey Forsyth (Friend) on: May 17, 2015
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My Condolences go out to all the Family. Ian will be missed but never forgotten. - Posted by: Jasper Robinson (Co Worker) on: May 16, 2015
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Our condolences to the Cuthbertson family. - Posted by: Terry Mike Rick Zdan & Debra Lane (family friends tp Glenn & Ophelia) on: May 16, 2015
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Was looking forward to a ball game with Ian again this year. Will never forget our time in Montreal. You can have it out with George in Heaven for the time he suspended you. I think I can hear the Thunder already. Gonna miss ya, Old Buddy. - Posted by: Grant Rodgers (Co-worker and friend) on: May 16, 2015
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My condolences to the family. I enjoyed my work with Ian over the years both when I was at the MFL and later when I worked with the MGEU. He was a wonderful advocate for working people. - Posted by: Susan Hart-Kulbaba (co-worker) on: May 16, 2015