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HELMUT H. E. THOBABEN
Born: May 24, 1946
Date of Passing: Aug 11, 2017
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryHELMUT H. E. THOBABEN May 24, 1946 - August 11, 2017 On Friday, August 11, 2017 Helmut, very peacefully passed away at home, surrounded by his family. Helmut will be remembered by his wife Cheryl (nee Taylor); children Tricia (Dan) Kramarik, Krista (Rodney) Thiessen; brother Guenther (Diane) and his three precious grandchildren, Mackenzie, Logan and Kyle. After the Second World War, Helmut was born in Ihlienworth, Germany. Lacking work opportunities, his parents immigrated to Winnipeg in 1953. He was extremely thankful and proud to be a Canadian Citizen. Helmut worked for Moore Business Forms for 38 years. Starting as a Press Helper in 1965, he worked his way up through Pressman, Supervisor and Managerial positions, and lastly promoted to Plant Manager. He also had the opportunity to start a small service plant in Red Deer, AB 1980-87, after which he returned to Winnipeg. No formal Funeral Service will be held, but a celebration of life will take place for his friends, family and colleagues. Helmut had kidney failure later in his life. He was forever thankful to all the wonderful people involved in the Nephrology Departments at our hospitals and the home PD program. Memorial donations may be made in memory of Helmut to The Kidney Foundation of Canada, 452 Dovercourt Drive, Winnipeg, MB R3Y 1G4. Wojcik's Funeral Chapels & Crematoriums, Winnipeg, 2157 Portage Avenue, 204.897.4665 www.wojciksfuneralchapel.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Aug 19, 2017
Condolences & Memories (5 entries)
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Our condolences to you, Cheryl, and your family. We were thinking of Helmut yesterday, remembering his contribution of bruschetta to the Evesham Key block parties. He got us starting on making it ourselves, so as we make up a new batch one of us will mention that he made the best bruschetta ever. - Posted by: Shelley and Ian (former neighbours) on: Aug 28, 2017
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Our sincere condolences to Cheryl and Family. Karen and Don on Bloomer Cres. - Posted by: Karen Murphy (Friend) on: Aug 26, 2017
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My most sincere condolences to you Cheryl, Tricia & Dan and Kris & Rod. I thought of "Mr. T" fondly and will always think of his big bear hugs and nice chats when I would come over and visit. May your memories of him bring you a sense of comfort during this difficult time. Lots of love, Shannon & Easton - Posted by: Shannon Therrien (Family friend ) on: Aug 23, 2017
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Our sincerest and heartfelt condolences, Cheryl, Tricia, Krista, and families. We were deeply saddened to hear of Helmut's passing. We will always remember his radiant smile, his delightful sense of humour and his warm and lighthearted nature. Love to all of you. Agnes and David - Posted by: Agnes Amundrud (cousin) on: Aug 22, 2017
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Our most sincere condolences to you, Cheryl, and the family! Hanne and Ole - Posted by: Hanne Hansen (Friend) on: Aug 19, 2017
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