ERIC ILMARI KESANEN

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ERIC ILMARI KESANEN July 12, 1934 December 4, 2007 It is with our deepest regrets that we announce the passing of Eric. After struggling with dementia for many years he succumbed to a stroke at East Gate Lodge in Beausejour, MB. He will be missed by his loving wife Mickey (Muriel), his daughter Sherry Nickerson (Fred), his son Tom and his stepson Bob. Tuta will also be missed by his two granddaughters, Katie and Kelsey and his one grandson, his namesake, Erik. Eric was born in Kokkola, Finland. He was predeceased by his parents during the winter war in Finland. He moved to Toronto, and then worked with Finnish Woodsman in the bush in Thunder Bay, ON. He became a carpenter from there and moved to Calgary. He moved to Winnipeg in 1984 and met Mickey. They became inseparable. He worked for P.C.L. Construction until his retirement in 1991. Eric and his wife retired to the home they built in Great Falls, MB. He loved fishing with his buddies Gordie Bjork and Marcel Brick, his dog Pekka and the outdoors. He was loved by all that took the time to get to know him. According to his wishes, cremation has taken place and no formal service will be held. In lieu of flowers, if friends and family so desire, donations in Eric's memory may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Manitoba, 10-120 Donald Street, Winnipeg, MB R3C 4G2. Bless all that took care of Eric in the Pine Falls Hospital and at East Gate Lodge in Beausejour. Rest now in the hands of your creator my love. SOBERING FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM, Beausejour 268-3510 or MB Toll Free 1-877-776-2220

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 08, 2007