ARTHUR CURRIE LOUNSBURY

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ARTHUR CURRIE LOUNSBURY Following a brief hospitalization, Art quietly passed away on April 16, 2012. A man of integrity, loyalty and love, Arthur was born in Treherne, Manitoba June 18, 1919. He enjoyed a rich and lengthy life and took pride in the fact that he retained his independence and was able to help others to the end of his days. Art was predeceased by his two brothers, Arnold and Harvey as well as three sisters, Gladys, Ramona and Audrey. He was also predeceased by his daughter, Bonnie in 2011, and his loving wife Babe who passed away in 2007. Left to honour his memory is his stepdaughter Linda (Doug) Davidson, grandson Chris Alexander (Roxanne), grandson Douglas Alexander and Art's special Pal , granddaughter Kelly Davidson. He also leaves four great-grandsons, Adrian, Jessie, Dallas and Jory who will have fond recollections of their Great-Grampa as well as several nieces, a nephew, dozens of cousins and other Lounsbury relatives. Arthur joined the C.N.R. in the 1943 and spent the ensuing 39 years working in various departments. He retired in 1982 and enjoyed many years vacationing with Babe, tending his tomato plants at their home on Hill Street and watching the squirrels while he babysat his granddaughter on weekends. In later years, he and Babe continued to enjoy retirement with their many friends and neighbours at 685 St. Anne's Road. For the past five years, Art took pleasure in the companionship of the staff and residents at Dakota House where he lived until he was hospitalized. Although Art never took material things for granted, he was generous with both his time and possessions. He volunteered with Meals on Wheels for many years, and helped family members get a hand up in order to build a better life for themselves. He visited his daughter Bonnie faithfully twice a week at the Tache Centre during her lengthy illness and took his granddaughter to dozens of medical appointments over the years. Although it's impossible to sum up a lifetime in a few words, Art's life may be best reflected in these parting words from his beloved wife Babe, Take care of Art. He's a good man. And so he was. A memorial service will be held Monday, April 23 at 2:00 p.m. at Glen Lawn Funeral Home, 455 Lagimodiere Blvd. Interment will occur at a private service in Treherne where Arthur's remains will rest near those of his daughter, Bonnie. The family wishes to thank the Cancer and Palliative Care team at the Victoria General Hospital for their excellent care and express their personal gratitude to Art's brother-in-law, Al MacDonald for his friendship and kindness. We would also like to thank long-time friend, Doreen Frame for her help and concern and Ron and Carol Scott for their steadfast love and support. Flowers gratefully declined, although a donation in Arthur's memory may be made to The Huntington Society, The Arthritis Society or CancerCare Manitoba. Family and friends may sign a Book of Condolence at www.glenlawn.ca Glen Lawn Funeral Home 982-7550

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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 21, 2012