WINSTON STAVUS BARTON

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WINSTON STAVUS BARTON March 25, 1941 November 1, 2010 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Winston on November 1, 2010 surrounded by his family. He is lovingly remembered by his wife, Mary Luchik. Winston is survived by his children, Vernon (Karen), Brenda (Allen), Jeff (Trinda), Ryan (Wendy) and Dean (Krysta). He will be greatly missed by his grandchildren, Jenica, Amanda and Kyler, Jordan and Kelsey and Brynn. Winston leaves behind his siblings, Rose Marie, Brian (Anita), Roberta (Glenn), and Terry (Sheila) as well as Sandra Barton. He is predeceased by his mother and father Albertine and Stavus Barton and his infant brother (Stavus). As well, his many, many friends are saddened by Winston's passing. Winston was born in the mining town of Beresford Lake and grew up in Bissett, Manitoba. He attended Teachers College in Winnipeg and during his career also earned his Bachelor of Education degree. He loved the 35 years he devoted to teaching junior high youth of Manitoba in various schools. Many of these kids will remember Mr. B as a special influence in their lives. As a sportsman, Winston was passionate about his hockey in his earlier years, switching to the gentler sports of golf and curling later on in life. Winston also was an avid outdoorsman who loved camping with his family and his many canoeing escapades, especially up north with his friends, gave him many happy memories. He spent many joyous hours with his family solving crosswords puzzles and playing crib and dice while listening to his favourite country music. Winston was an active member of the Bissett Archive committee. Winston's family wishes to thank the staff at The CancerCare Centre and the Concordia hospital along with Dr. Caners and Dr. Harris for the care they provided Winston. A funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on November 5, 2010 at Notre Dame Church in Lorette, MB presided by Father Armand Le Gal. Arrangements are in the care of Transcona Funeral Chapel Ltd. Winston was a very generous supporter of his nephew's work in Nepal and his family has requested donations be made to: Kamala Foundation for Women and Children #244, 4037 42 St. NW, Calgary, AB T3A 2M9 Kamala is a not for profit organization without charitable status, or to a charity of your choice.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 03, 2010