GEORGE EDMUND RINN

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GEORGE EDMUND RINN George passed away peacefully on December 25, 2010 at the Grace Hospital following a long illness. He leaves to mourn Elaine, his wife of 54 years, twin sons Bradley (Susan) and Brian (Sandra), daughter Heather (Mike) Mounsteven; four grandchildren, Joe Mohos, Pauline and Mark Rinn, and Brenden Smith; sister Doreen Anderson; brother Neil. George was predeceased by sister Muriel, brothers Orval, Vernon, and Milton. George was born in Snowflake, Manitoba on April 26, 1921 to Myrrha and Leslie Rinn. In 1941 he enlisted in the Queen's Own Cameron Highlanders. He was wounded while serving in France. When the war ended he worked for the CPR as a welder for 38 years, retiring in 1984. George was an avid hockey fan, enjoyed non-fiction, and growing his small garden. He was honoured to be chosen in 1999 to represent the Cameron Highlanders for the pilgrimage to France commemorating the 55th anniversary of D-Day. Of a quiet reserved nature George will be remembered as a good friend and neighbour. Cremation has taken place and in accordance with George's wishes a private family service will be held at a later date. The family would like to thank Dr. Drexler for his care and kindness and the nurses at Grace Hospital for the care George received. They helped so much through this difficult time. Chapel Lawn 885-9715

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 31, 2010