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E. KARL FARSTAD
Date of Passing: Feb 14, 2012
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryE. KARL FARSTAD November 22, 1921- February 14, 2012 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father and grandfather, Elmer (Karl) Karleif Farstad at the age of 90 years. Karl was born in Trondheim, Norway to his parents, Johan and Anna. Karl immigrated to Canada in 1925 and grew up in Winnipeg's West End. He was predeceased by his siblings Jessie, James, Betty and Mabel. Karl joined The Norwegian Air Force in Little Norway in 1942. He underwent extensive training and eventually became a Spitfire pilot, an accomplishment he was very proud of. Throughout the course of his lifetime, Karl would often share stories and memories of his time in the Air Force with both his family and friends. Karl was proud of his Norwegian heritage. In 1948, he met the love of his life, Muriel. After a brief courtship, they were married. Together, they shared 63 years of love, laughter and wonderful memories with their girls, their grandchildren and their closest and dearest of friends. Karl was well-known in Winnipeg as a highly-respected real estate appraiser. He established a successful company, E. Karl Farstad Associates Ltd. Karl's work was of the utmost importance to him. It brought him a great deal of joy on both a personal and professional level, so much that he retained some clients well into his 80s. Karl will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Muriel; his daughters, Corinne Savoie, Brenda Hillman (Donald) and Karla Farstad; his grandchildren, Cindy (John), Aynsley and Thurston; and his great-grandson, Nicholas. The family would like to express our sincerest thanks to the staff at Misericordia Place (MP2) for their loving care, and for allowing Karl and Muriel to be together for their last chapter in marriage. Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, February 18, 2012, at 10:00 a.m. at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home, 4000 Portage Avenue, with interment and reception to follow. For those who wish to sign the online Guest Book please visit our website. Chapel Lawn www.chapellawn.mb.ca 885-9715
Publish Date: Feb 17, 2012
E. KARL FARSTAD On Tuesday, February 14, 2012 Karl passed away at Misericordia Place at the age of 90 years. A longer obituary notice will follow in Friday's newspaper edition. For those who wish to sign the online Guest Book please visit our website. Chapel Lawn www.chapellawn.mb.ca 885-9715
Publish Date: Feb 16, 2012
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 16, 2012
Condolences & Memories (4 entries)
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Sending warm thoughts and hugs for all your family and an extra hug for Muriel at this sad time for you but also a celebration of a much loved family man.XXXXXXXXRildee.. - Posted by: Rilda VanHussen (Friend) on: Feb 18, 2012
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my deepest sympathy.I am very sorry for your loss. - Posted by: Michael mercury lawyer with Aikins MacAulay Thorvaldson (business and a friend. We never lost a case where he was my expert v) on: Feb 18, 2012
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Please accept my sympathy for the loss of your Dad. No matter how old or young you are when you lose a parent it is such a difficult time. - Posted by: Suzy Sutherland (neice) on: Feb 17, 2012
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Dear Karla, My sincerest sympathies in the passing of your father. I know you were very close to him. Know that you are in my prayers, that the Lord will provide you comfort and peace during this difficult time. Love Karin - Posted by: Karin Janzen (Friend) on: Feb 16, 2012
