WILFRED WILSON

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WILFRED WILSON September 2, 1923 - July 3, 2007 Peacefully with his family by his side, Wilfred Wilson of Peguis First Nation, passed away on July 3, 2007 at the age of 83 years. Wilfred leaves to cherish his memory, his daughters, Gladys, Diane, Agnes and Nancy; his sons, Alex, Lawrence (Karen), Clifford and Kelvin (Sharon); 38 grandchildren and 30 great-grandchildren; his sister Edna, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Wilfred was predeceased by his wife Bertha; three sons, George, Dennis and Richard; as well as by three granddaughters. Wilfred was born and lived his life in Peguis. He worked as a fisherman, truck driver, mechanic and was a jock of all trades. He enjoyed going to bingo, playing slots and going for rides with Percy and Robert. He loved to tell stories to his grandchildren. Wilfred will always be loved and remembered. A wake service will be held on Thursday, July 5, 2007 at 8:00 p.m. The funeral service will be held on Friday, July 6, 2007 at 2:00 p.m., with a viewing beginning at 1:00 p.m. Both services will be held at the Peguis Community Hall, Peguis, Manitoba. Rev. Barry Bear and Rev. Wesley Barrett officiating. Interment will follow at the St. Peter's Anglican Cemetery. The family would like to thank the staff of Fisher River Personal Care Home and Percy E. Moore Hospital, Peguis Chief and Council, as well as family and friends for all their love and support. Arrangements Entrusted To: ANDERSON FAMILY FUNERAL HOME Ashern, Manitoba 1-866-293-4951

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 05, 2007