WILLIAM (BILL) COMASKEY

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WILLIAM (BILL) COMASKEY December 14, 1945 - June 2, 2011 It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, son and brother, Bill Comaskey, after a brief illness. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife Pat; daughter Brenda (Mike); son David (Becky); grandsons, Liam and Brady; Dear Mother Martha; brothers, Bernie, Sean, Fehin, Anthony and Camillus, extended family and a large circle of friends and colleagues. Billy was born in Drumcree, Westmeath, Ireland and immigrated to Thompson, Manitoba in 1966. After working in various positions at INCO for 14 years, Bill embarked on a 31-year career with the Manitoba Government, first as Mines Inspector in Thompson until 2005 and most recently as Director of the Mine Safety Branch. Bill loved politics and started his own illustrious career when he joined Thompson City Council in 1989. Shortly after, he took on the role of Mayor Bill for nearly 16 years, Thompson's longest serving mayor. In 2006, Bill retired from politics and he and Pat moved to Winnipeg to be closer to family. Outside of his life of dedicated service, Bill was passionate about family, travel and sports - especially his beloved golf. He was an avid player and spectator. Bill and Pat enjoyed all of their time on the golf course as members of the Southwood Golf Country Club, and on their most recent trip to Florida in February. Bill cherished his experiences with his son David at events such as the Masters, Ryder Cup and President's Cup. He was also so proud to be an official at the 2010 CN Canadian Women's Open. We wish to thank the staff at Health Sciences Centre for all the care they provided for Bill and our family. Funeral services will take place Monday, June 6 at 1:00 p.m. at the Holy Cross Church, 252 Dubuc Street, Winnipeg, with interment and reception to follow at the Glen Lawn Memorial Gardens and Funeral Home. Rath de ar a anam (God rest his Soul) Glen Lawn Funeral Home in care of arrangements, 982-7550.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jun 06, 2011