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RUSSELL HOWELL On November 16, 2007, David Russell Howell was suddenly taken from us. Russ is survived by Norma, his loving wife of 37 years and his children Mark (Teresa) and Jo-Dee (Tony) Howell-DeBraga. He will be greatly missed by his loving grandchildren Kayla, Chase and Summer, his step-grandchildren T.J. and Tanya and his mother-in-law Florey McPherson. He is also survived by his brothers: Don, Art and Jim, sisters: Joyce Goodman and Ruth Tanner; numerous nieces and nephews, extended family and friends. Russ was predeceased by his parents Wilfred and Cecilia and his brother George. Russ was a loving husband, father and grandfather and caring friend to many. Russ retired from Westons Bakery after 37 years in 2000. In his free time and his retirement, Russ enjoyed playing hockey and golf, spending time on his computer, helping Norma with her catering venture and spending time with his family and friends, lending a helping hand wherever he could. Russ will be greatly missed by all. A celebration of Russ's life will be held on Thursday, November 22, 2007 at 2:00 p.m. at Glen Eden Funeral Home, 4477 Main Street. Flowers are gratefully declined. Donations can be made to the Mental Health Association. Arrangements entrusted to: Glen Eden Funeral Home 4477 Main Street 338-7111
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 20, 2007
Condolences & Memories (2 entries)
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I am so grateful to the family of Russell. You see I am almost 70 years old and walking through Kildonan Park. This is my 5th time around and I am so,so grateful for the bench that you placed here in the memory of Russell. Kayla I just want you to know that your grandpa still lives because of the great love you and his family have for him by placing this park bench here to bring rest to my tired and aching body. Mental illness is a tragic thing but rest assured not where he is. I like to believe that every time somebody sits on this bench there is a little bell that goes off in heaven and it brings a smile to your grandpa’s face because of the great love you and others have for him. No more pain, anxieties, fears , doubts Or worries. Rest in peace. And It is my prayer Kayla that you find the peace that surpasses all understanding.God’s blessing to you!!!! GJON Winnipeg - Posted by: Gary o’Neill (Stranger but a brother in Christ) on: May 22, 2025
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It has been almost 5 years since you left us grandpa and not a day goes by that we don't miss you. If only you had seen how much you meant to all of us and how much we all needed you. There will always be a special place in my heart for you, my papa. I have so many great memories of you that I will not soon forget. The day you took your life remains the most tragic day in my life, as I'm sure it was for everyone. That day you resigned your role as a father, a husband, a grandfathe and a friend. I wish we could of helped you, I wish we could have made your pain go away, I wish you would of held on just a bit longer. But nowadays I cling to the hope you are no longer struggling and that you are resting in paradise with your mother and father and siblings. I wanted to write you a tribite in hopes maybe you'd see it and know that I'm okay, we're all doing okay.. Missing you terribly, but as each day leads into tomorrow, tomorrow brings one less day without you. We all love you to the moon and back! Until we meet again, take care papa xoxo. - Posted by: Kayla (grand daughter ) on: Aug 08, 2012