VENNARD HOWARD GRAHAM -

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VENNARD HOWARD GRAHAM 1938 - 2008 Peacefully on Wednesday, May 7, 2008 our beloved brother, Vennard, passed away at the St. Boniface Hospital. Vennard was born December 19, 1938 at Minitonas, MB the 12th child of 17 children. Throughout Vennard's lifetime he worked in Ontario, Yukon, Vancouver, BC, Lynn Lake, MB, Mafeking, MB. His last few years were spent in Winnipeg working as a chef at Canada Post and the St. Regis Hotel before retiring at age 64. Vennard was predeceased by his father, mother, seven brothers and six sisters. Vennard is survived by two sisters, Ruby May of Bowsman, MB, Margaret Sainsbury of Winnipeg; one brother Robert Graham of Coalhurst, AB; a very good friend Jan Divile, many nieces, nephews and friends. Cremation has taken place, a graveside service will be held June 28 at 1:00 p.m. at the Minitonas Cemetery, Minitonas, MB. Pallbearers are nephews, David Sainsbury and Howard Graham. The family wishes to thank the doctors and staff on the 5th and 6th Floors at the St. Boniface Hospital for the care Vennard received. Knysh Funeral Home were in care of arrangements.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 14, 2008