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GEORGE COTTER
Born: Jul 17, 1915
Date of Passing: Jul 28, 2011
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryGEORGE COTTER July 17, 1915 July 28, 2011 It is with great sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our father/grandfather, George Stuart Grenfell Ironside Cotter, aged 96, on July 28, 2011. He was predeceased by his wife Sally. He will be remembered and dearly missed by his son Stuart (Lora), daughter Elizabeth (Bob), and grandchildren Andrea, Stephanie, Jessica and Charles. In addition there are the many friends whose lives he touched. Born July 17, 1915 in Cumberland House, SK., he was an extraordinary man who lived an extraordinary life. He grew up appreciating the vastness and beauty of the Canadian prairies and all of its birds and animals. This love of nature turned into a successful film business, Cotter's Wildlife Productions. His films are still enjoyed across Canada today. We will miss you but cherish all the memories of the moments we had you in our lives and you will be forever in our hearts. The family wishes to thank the staff at Deer Lodge T3 for their wonderful care and support you are all exceptional people. A private interment will take place.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Aug 02, 2011
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I was very young. 10-12yrs old. George and Sally used to invite my grandparents to their cottage in Lake of the Woods. Sally was so kind. She use to tread water while I swam down by the boat house. On more than one occasion she pointed out the large Musky swimming in the boathouse, close to where I was swimming. I remember her telling me stories and showing me her scar from her pacemaker. I still smile when I think about George. I'll never forget my first visit to the cottage. I had to use the outhouse but was nervous to go outside. George volunteered to walk me out with a flashlight. While on our way out he shined it at the top of the hydro pole, said, "oh my, I heard something, what the heck is that!!!???" In the beam of his light there was something moving and making crazy noises at the top of the pole. I was never so scared in my young life. When we woke up in the morning George had a big smile on his face when I came outside and noticed it was a garbage bag he had tied up there!! He also taught me how to be an excellent Chipmunk and Squirrel whisperer. I still practice the skills he taught me today. My memories of those times still bring a smile to my face. My grandparents are Nan & Dennis Colegrave. - Posted by: Jonathan LeBlanc (Friend of Grandparents) on: Aug 14, 2013