WALTER (WALLY) THIESSEN

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WALTER (WALLY) THIESSEN On the morning of May 13, 2008, Walter Thiessen passed away at the age of 82. He leaves behind his wife and best friend of 60 years, Jean Thiessen, his only daughter, Lana Storey (Alberta) and grandson, Jarrett Storey. Walter was predeceased by his father, Peter Thiessen, and his mother, Mary Braun. Walter lived and enjoyed life to the fullest; he was always quick with a joke or anecdote, and he enjoyed the company of his family and friends above all else. Music played a defining role throughout his life, and as a young man he was an active member of both the Augustine and Knox United Church choirs. Walter served overseas in the Royal Canadian Air Force during the Second World War before returning home to Canada to embark on a long and successful career in sales. His fruitful career allowed him to pursue his lifelong passion for travelling and meeting new people. After retirement, Walter enjoyed travelling with his family, indulging in his love of golf and curling and spending time at the family's summer home in Kenora, ON. Walter was a Mason and later a Noble in the Khartum Shrine Temple. He was active in the Motor Patrol, Sport Cart Unit and Cycle Escort, serving as President of both the Motor Patrol (1971) and Sport Car Unit (1989) over the course of his 53 years of honourable and distinguished service. Walter will be remembered best as a devoted husband, father and grandfather, whose love and support for his family was deep and unwavering. His passing will be felt profoundly by all those who were close to him. The family wishes to extend heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Greg Wilson and the staff of Seven Oaks General Hospital for their gracious and attentive care of Walter during his final days. The family asks that in lieu of flowers a donation be made in Walter's name to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Manitoba.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 14, 2008