CECIL CHASE

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CECIL CHASE Peacefully with his family at his side we announce the passing of Cecil on Wednesday, March 16, 2011 at the age of 68 years. Cecil leaves behind his wife Paulette, of 45 years, daughter Wendy and son Darryl; brother Vernon (Darlene), sisters April (Martin) and Anita; father-in-law Emilien Lussier, brother-in-law Gerald (Elaine) and sister-in-law Lorraine. He also leaves his best friends Lynn and Wally, Connie and Dale and all his nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents Harold and Vivian Chase and mother-in-law Jeannette Lussier. Cecil was born in Sherridan, MB on November 26, 1942. He attended classes in Winnipeg and country schools in Saskatchewan. Cecil and Paulette were married on August 14, 1965. Prior to his marriage he joined the Canadian Armed Forces on February 26, 1962. He served for over 21 years. After the services he worked at Marshall Wells and then came back to his same position of the Armed Forces as a civilian for 35 years. After retirement, Cecil and Paulette had spent four wonderful years in Donna, TX. He was a member of the 4th degree of the Knights of Columbus and a Royal Canadian Legion Member. The family would like to thank Dr. G. Campbell of Beausejour, the staff of Health Sciences Centre and the Victoria Hospital for all their care and compassion, also all who visited, called and offered their support during these trying years. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Royal Canadian Legion Branch #132, Box 610, Beausejour, MB R0E 0C0, CancerCare Manitoba or the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Prayers will be said on Sunday, March 20, 2011 at 7:00 p.m. at St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church, 516 Atlantic Avenue in Beausejour. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday, March 21 at 11:00 a.m. also at the church with Father Owen Steeves officiating. Cremation will follow the service with interment at the St. Mary's Cemetery at a later date.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Mar 19, 2011