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JOSEPH ROLAND BERTI MAJOR
Born: Oct 19, 1922
Date of Passing: Aug 27, 2011
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryJOSEPH ROLAND BERTI MAJOR Surrounded by family, Joe Major passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 27, 2011 at Killarney Hospital. Joe was born October 19, 1922 in St. Anne, Manitoba. Joe is deeply missed by his loving wife Clara, of 62 years, son Dennis (Jackie), daughters Ramona (Rick), Sandra (Rob), Michelle (Dave), daughter-in-law Denise, Orise Boulet, grandchildren Jennifer, Vanessa, Jeremy, Andrew, Micheline, Liane, Bridget, Megan, Kristen and Elle, great-grandchildren Alex and Adeline, relatives and friends. Joe was predeceased by his son Kevin, parents Phillipe and Rebecca, sisters Bertha, Germaine and Ida, brothers Norman and Lucien, Fleurette Capon, brother-in-law Mike, and nephew Raymond. Joe farmed successfully on the family farm near Glenora, MB for over 40 years before moving to Killarney, MB in 1987. Joe continued to be actively involved on the farm with his sons until 2003 when his health and progressing arthritis prevented him from returning. The Funeral Service was held at St. Felix De Valois Catholic Church in Dunrea, MB, followed by an interment at Marringhurst Cemetery. The family wishes to express their sincere appreciation to the staff of Killarney Hospital and Home Care for their gentle care and assistance, Killarney Funeral Home, and neighbours, friends and family for the outpouring of concern and support. Memorial donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or a charity of one's choice. Killarney and Boissevain Funeral Home www.wheatlandfs.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Sep 10, 2011