ALEXANDER (ALEX) ANTON BLANDO

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ALEXANDER (ALEX) ANTON BLANDO 1924 2007 Suddenly on Thursday, January 4, 2007, Alexander passed away at his residence at age 82 years. Alexander will be lovingly remembered by wife of 51 years of marriage, Elfriede; sons, Alexander II (Elaine) of Markham, ON, Robert (Karen) of Winnipeg; and his six grandchildren, Anna, Alex III, Adam, Justin, Jade and Jasmine; and brother Anton of Berlin. Alexander was predeceased by his parents Anton and Magdalena; sister Katerina; and brother Georg. Born in Odessa, Ukraine, December 4, 1924, Alexander immigrated to Canada in 1950 and began work at the Saskatchewan Department of Highways. He later joined CP Rail in Regina where he worked in the engineering department. He accepted a transfer to Thunder Bay where after eight years he took on progressive assignments in CP's Winnipeg Regional office. During his final working years, Alex was Supervisor, Maintenance of Way Training Prairie Region. After 35 years of railroading he retired in Winnipeg where he pursued his beloved pastimes: curling, gardening, golf and walking his dog Sandy. Alex demonstrated dedication and integrity in his professional and family life. In his quiet, humble way he lived his life for his family. He was fiercely proud of his sons and grand-children. He was a keen problem solver and very resourceful in tackling any challenge. Whether it was helping with homework, fixing the Volkswagen, painting, carpentry Dad was always generous with his patient guidance. He was slow to anger but had a witty sense of humour. His appreciation of fine wines was seconded only by his love of home cooked meals. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, January 9 at 11:00 a.m. in St. John Brebeuf Roman Catholic Church, 1707 John Brebeuf Place, with Rev. Msgr. D. Ward Jamieson, presiding. In lieu of flowers, as an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made in Alexander's memory to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Manitoba, 200 - 6 Donald St., Winnipeg, MB R3L 0K6. Alex's arrangements have been entrusted to the Family Owned Funeral Chapel of: WOJCIK'S ALL BELIEFS FAITHS FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM 897 - 4665

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 07, 2007