RALPH FLOCKTON

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RALPH FLOCKTON Peacefully at Victoria General Hospital on Sunday, May 7, 2006, Ralph Flockton passed away at the age of 74 years. He was predeceased by his sisters Ada and Jean and by his wife Lorraine. Ralph is lovingly remembered by his daughters, Wendy and Pat; his grandsons Jeff, Joel, Wes and T.J. He will be fondly remembered by Gus Laliberté and family and the Thompson clan. Ralph loved working with his hands and fishing. He enjoyed many years at Longbow Lake. For the Love of a Father The world you made with your loving firm hands, The family you helped us all to understand Storyteller, you were Father/Grandfather extraordinare Gave way to the smiles, grins and love you share Generosity of heart, thru and thru A man of few words honest and true The gentlest of souls, God now hugs you. Funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 11 at Desjardins Funeral Chapel, 357 Des Meurons St. A private family interment of the cremated remains will take place at a later date. In celebration of Dad's 75th birthday on May 11, the family gratefully decline flowers. Donations may be made in Ralph's memory to The Canadian Diabetes Association, 200 - 310 Broadway, Winnipeg, MB R3C 0S6 (telephone 925-3800) Special thanks to all the staff at Golden Links Lodge for their wonderful care and attention for Dad during his stay. The Desjardins Funeral Chapel in care of arrangements, 233-4949 or toll free 1-888-233-4949.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 10, 2006