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MURRAY CAMILLE MESTDAGH -
Born: Sep 11, 1944
Date of Passing: Dec 21, 2009
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryMURRAY CAMILLE MESTDAGH 1944 - 2009 Peacefully with his family by his side on Monday, December 21, 2009, Murray passed away at Bethesda Hospital Palliative Care in Steinbach at the age of 65 years. Murray was born on September 11, 1944 to Omar and Alena (Van Den Bussche) Mestdagh in St. Boniface, MB. He received his education in Glenboro and Holland Schools. After leaving school, Murray developed a very strong work ethic to which he instilled in each one of his children. He worked for Holland Transfer, D.R. Sampson Land Clearing and B.A.C. M. Construction. In 1967, Murray started in the sign business working for Florescent Signs Service. In 1971, with his partner, Clair Connelly, they started their own company, Connelly Signs and Services to which Murray was actively working for until his passing. This company became very successful and he enjoyed working here with his son, Trevor and Claire's son Sean. Murray enjoyed fishing, hunting, belgium bolling, camping and travelling to warmer climates in the winter with family and friends and making new friends along the way. One of Murray's greatest pleasures was sitting around a table or bon fire and reminiscing with family and friends and especially enjoying the company of his grandchildren. Murray is survived and will be lovingly missed by his wife of 41 years, Hazel (Purkess), his three daughters Tammy (Irv) Penner, Lorrie (Danny) Krahn, and Stacey (Terry) Doerksen and by one son Trevor (Lynne) Mestdagh, grandchildren Kristen, Brayden, Bailey, Jade, Jorden, Riley, Karlee, and one great-grandchild Cassidy. Also survived by three sisters Doreen (Emil) Bonneteau, Diane (Bill) Harrison, Jeanette (Larry) Thomas, two brothers Jerry (Maureen) Mestdagh, and Larry (Diane) Mestdagh. He was predeceased by his father Omar, mother Alina and sister Gloria (Ron) Sundell. A funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. at Glen Lawn Funeral Home, 455 Lagimodiere Blvd. (south of the Royal Canadian Mint) on Tuesday, December 29, 2009. A private family interment of his cremated remains will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Bethesda Hospital (Steinbach) Palliative Care, 316 Henry Street, Steinbach MB R5G 0P9. GLEN LAWN FUNERAL HOME 982-7550
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 26, 2009
Condolences & Memories (3 entries)
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I often sit and think about my on again, off again times at Connolly signs. Murray was my first partner way back in the seventies. I was a kid but Murray made me tough and hardworking pretty quick. I learned a lot from Mur. He was hard on me but always gave me a second chance. A lot of second chances and I respected him for that. We had a lot of laughs and good times on the road. Hazel is a wonderfull lady and the rest of the family. I will miss you boss and thanks for helping me grow up. R.I.P. Darren DeVisser - Posted by: Darren De Visser (long time co-worker) on: Mar 03, 2014
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A tribute to my uncle. He is thought of and dearly missed. From when I was a small child into my adult years my uncle always called me his personal nickname for me "T.C." and when I think of uncle I hear him say my name. I could never get away with much around him and he would always shake his finger at me with a smile and say "I'm watching". I know that when the time comes he will be there waiting for me because he is still watching. Love You Uncle. Teresa - Posted by: Teresa MacKelson (Niece) on: Aug 15, 2012
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A tribute to my brother Murray, he was the greatest brother, and made me realize, that even in his worst times there was hope. My brother is now at peace, and awaits for us all. He is with our family in heaven, and wiill greet us with a smile when it is our time and say "welcome home." - Posted by: Doreen Bonneteau (Family) on: Dec 26, 2009