KENNETH (KEN) ORVILLE MCCREARY -

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KENNETH (KEN) ORVILLE MCCREARY 1934 - 2011 Our family is saddened to announce the passing of Ken on Saturday, February 12, 2011. Dad put up a valiant effort over the past two weeks, displaying his love to his devoted family by his struggle to stay with them. Ken was born on April 17, 1934, in Bladworth, SK, to Mansel and Mary (Beaton) McCreary. Ken grew up on the family farm with his brother Lorne, and sister Lois (Shervey). Ken met Marlene Thom in Davidson, SK; they were married June 1, 1957 and made Winnipeg their home. Ken worked at Co-op Implements for 34 years, retiring in 1992. Ken is survived by Marlene, his wife of 53 years; son Greg (Karen), grandchildren Stephen (Fjola) and Jessica; and son Terry (Tracy) and grandson Justin. He will be fondly remembered by his sister Lois (Wayne); sister-in-law, Eileen; sister-in-law, Carolyn (Wally) Bubblish. Ken will be missed by his many nieces and nephews and his extended family of friends in Winnipeg, Saskatchewan and their second home in Mesa, AZ. Ken will live on in the lovingly handcrafted creations that grace the homes of so many family members and friends. From kitchen cupboards to bookcases, turntable stands to jewelry boxes, decks and sheds, Dad never failed to produce outstanding results with every project he tackled. Ken was predeceased by his parents Mansel and Mary, and brother Lorne. Cremation has taken place. In accordance with Ken's wishes, there will be no funeral. A celebration of Ken's life will take place at a later date. The family wishes to thank the wonderful nurses and doctors of the Health Sciences Centre for their skill and compassion in caring for Dad. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Manitoba, 6 Donald Street, Winnipeg, MB R3L 0K6. NEIL BARDAL INC. FUNERAL CENTRE (204) 949-2200 nbardal.mb.ca

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 16, 2011