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JOHN BOWNASS (RED)
Date of Passing: Feb 10, 2010
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryJOHN BOWNASS (RED) Peacefully with family by his side John passed away at the Health Sciences Centre on February 10, 2010 at the age of 79 years. John was predeceased by his parents Jack and Jean Bownass, brother Bob, and sister Kay. He will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his beloved wife Margie; son Darryl, daughter Tracey (Andrew), grandchildren: Cory, Jason (Steph), great-grandson Kai, numerous nieces and nephews. John was born and raised in Elmwood. He was a counsellor and sports director for the Federal Government for 20 years. Prior to that his career was Hockey. He played for the New York Rangers, Montreal Canadiens. His proudest moment in life was representing Canada with the Canada National Team. John enjoyed his retirement years; summers at the lake, tennis in Florida. A celebration of life was held on February 24, 2010 at Glen Lawn Funeral Home. A special thank you goes out to all the staff at Health Sciences Centre Rehab - 6th floor, and especially our Magnolia Group for all their support through Red's illness. Glen Lawn Funeral Home 982-7550
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 27, 2010
Condolences & Memories (1 entries)
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Le Gros Rouge - one of my very dear buddies. Red and I played defence together with the Nationals . One of my fond memories occurred when we played in Vienna and Red and I were roommates. Even at our age we felt guilty when we went out and had a couple of glasses of wine. Diana and I are so glad that our lives have been touched by Red and Marg. We love them dearly and will miss the Redhead. One tough guy to play against but a real softie on the inside. Diana and Barry. - Posted by: Barry MacKenzie (Friend) on: Mar 02, 2010