DR. DANIEL J. WATERMAN

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DR. DANIEL J. WATERMAN July 16, 1929 - February 10, 2011 It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Danny Waterman on February 10th, 2011, at the age of 81. Danny was a devoted husband, father and zaida. He is survived by his loving wife Rosalind, sons Jack (Donna), Bruce, David (Angela), Marc (Wylie), and his grandchildren Max and Joshua. He is also survived by his sister Pat Kettner (Paul), and many loving nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents Max and Rose. Danny was born in Calgary and moved to Winnipeg as a young boy. He grew up in the north end of Winnipeg and attended St. John's High School. Danny attended the University of Manitoba and graduated from the School of Optometry at the University of Toronto. He was passionate about optometry, which he practised for over 50 years. Danny loved golfing, bowling and playing cards with his bridge buddies. He was a big sports fan and liked attending Bombers and Jets games. He took pleasure in spending his summer weekends at Gimli with family and friends. Danny was a kind, caring and compassionate man. He never had a bad word to say about anyone, treated everyone with respect and was always accepting of other people's differences. Danny and Roz were happily married for 51 years and together raised four boys. Danny loved being surrounded by his family, particularly on special occasions and at family get-togethers where there was always a lot of laughter. He played an active part in the lives of his kids, including many years coaching their sports teams. The funeral service was held at Shaarey Zedek Synagogue on Sunday, February 13, followed by a burial service at Shaarey Zedek Cemetery. The pallbearers were Clifford Yaffe, Richard Yaffe, Jeff Cipin, Ken Levi, Clifford Levi and Blair Worb. The family would like to thank the staff at 5E Medicine of St. Boniface Hospital for their compassion and care. Donations in Danny's memory may be made to the Jewish Foundation of Manitoba or the Alzheimer Society of Manitoba.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 19, 2011