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MARSHALL ERNEST HAID On Wednesday, August 1, 2012, Marshall Ernest Haid passed away suddenly and unexpectedly, at the age of 75, at Seven Oaks Hospital. Marshall is survived by his wife and soul mate Elba Haid, daughter Lara Secord-Haid and his furry friend Einstein. Also surviving him are his children from a previous marriage, Phillip (Susan) Haid, Erin (Paul) Essiembre, Darcy (Dieter) Brunning-Haid and grand-children, Daniel and Jacob Haid, Amélie Haid-Essiembre, and Misha and Gino Brunning-Haid. Marshall is also survived by brothers, Harry (Elspeth) and Sydney (Judy) and numerous nieces and nephews. Marshall was predeceased by his infant son Euro, his father Phillip and his beloved mother Rose. Marshall was born on November 8, 1936 and grew up in south Winnipeg. He graduated from Architecture from the University of Manitoba and received his Masters in Architecture in Stockholm, Sweden. It was during his time in Sweden that his love for modern, avante garde designs grew, although he also won numerous awards for restoring heritage buildings. His architectural designs can be found throughout Winnipeg and Manitoba and include schools, hospitals, office buildings and private residences. All are a testament to his creativity and design excellence for which Marshall received many awards including the Premier's Award for Design Excellence in 1982 and Preservation Awards for Excellence from Heritage Winnipeg in 1987 and 1989. Marshall was a principal of Haid, Haid Donner which was the largest architectural practise in the province of Manitoba at that time, and then went on to be the owner of Marshall Haid Associates. Marshall had to wind down his architectural practice due to ill health after practicing for 46 years. During that time, he served as a council member of the Manitoba Association of Architects from 1970 to 1976 and as association president in 1972 and 1974. When Marshall was not practicing architecture he used his talents to create art, jewellery and writing as well as to support Manitoba's arts community. He served on the boards of the Winnipeg Art Gallery and Manitoba Arts Council and was a faithful patron of Manitoba Opera, the Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre, Winnipeg Symphony, and Canadian Human Rights Museum. Marshall was also proud of his Jewish heritage and supported the Winnipeg Jewish community. Marshall had a love for opera that was handed down from his mother Rose and he was ecstatic that his daughter Lara was pursuing a career in said field. Marshall's love for people was only surpassed by how much people loved him in return. His legion of admirers included his friends from childhood, his peers and the many friends, both young and old, that he made over his lifetime. Special thanks to Dr. John Rabson who helped to keep a heart of gold beating for decades. Also to Dr. Sean Armstrong who made a valiant effort to give Marshall his new lease on life. Also many thanks to the Renal Departments at the Health Sciences Centre and Seven Oaks Hospital. Also special thanks to his many caregivers, including Valerie who was there until the end as well as Angela Pollett who kept him in line the past six years. Marshall's funeral took place on Friday, August 3 at Shaarey Zedek Synagogue, followed by burial at the Shaarey Zedek Cemetery, with Rabbi Allan Green officiating. Shiva was observed at 111 Grenfell Blvd. His honourary pallbearers were Donald Bass, John Michaels, Herbert Liffman, Garth Grieder and Doug Locheed. Pallbearers were Campbell Mackie, Earl Golden, Murray Blankstein, Arthur Liffman, Israel Ludwig and Dr. Jeremy Rose. Marshall, your memory will live on in all your family and friends. We love you. Donations can be made to Canadian Human Rights Museum, Manitoba Opera Endowment Fund, or to the Winnipeg Art Gallery.
Publish Date: Aug 11, 2012
MARSHALL ERNEST HAID
It is with heavy hearts that the family announces the sudden passing of Marshall Ernest Haid. Funeral services will be held on Friday, August 3, 2012, at 9:30 a.m. at Shaarey Zedek Synagogue, 561 Wellington Crescent. Longer obituary to follow.
Publish Date: Aug 3, 2012
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Aug 11, 2012
Condolences & Memories (10 entries)
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I was a good friend of Erin and met Mr Haid once and was impressed by his warm and welcoming spirit. Erin and family all my belated condolences. Your father had a truly remarkable and creative life....one that will live on forever in the minds and hearts of all who loved him All my love Erin xoxo REMO - Posted by: REMO Marinelli (Friend of Erin) on: Nov 06, 2013
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Meet mr haid a couple of times because I was in love w his beautiful daughter Erin awhile back...Back in the peg now and Erin I express my deepest sympathies to u and ur family W love sempre RemO - Posted by: Remo Marinelli (Family friend) on: Jan 15, 2013
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When I made my pilgrimage to Winnipeg in 1986 to see my father's ancestral home, I experienced the incredible hospitality and warmth of Marshall & Harry--first cousins to my father Donald Joseph Haid. Their father Phillip and my father's father Earo Haid, were sons of the family patriarch Morris Haid and his wife Rebecca. My condolences to all the Haid family for the loss of Marshall whose humor and warmth I will always remember fondly. - Posted by: Howard Scott Haid (cousin) on: Jan 01, 2013
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Dear Elba, I recently heard of Marshall's passing and wanted to send my sincere condolences to both you and Lara. Although I did not know Marshall very well I did know him for a long period of time and have nothing but very fond memories of him. I always looked forward to seeing Marshall and to be able to spend a few minutes catching up with the things that have happened in our lives in between our last encounter. Marshall was a warm, kind, gentle, gracious man who was able to make anyone feel important and special and will be truly missed by all of those who knew him! Marshall may be gone in body, but his spirit will live on for a very . . very long time!! - Posted by: Gerry Murray (Acquaintance) on: Sep 10, 2012
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Elba & Lara, It was always a pleasure to be in the presence of your beloved Marshall. I let him know that every time I left him. With every ounce of strength he had within him, he fought right to the end. May the waves that are rippling inside of you soon become calm, knowing that Marshall is at peace and resting well. And the flame of him that shines deep within your hearts, give you the warmth and comfort you need. - Posted by: ~Love Valerie~ (Friend) on: Aug 14, 2012
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Dear Elba and the Haid Family A friend once said during a job interview the only precious were children. I never fully understood what he meant due to the arrogance of my youth but to read of the passing of Marshall reminded of our lunch together; words, deeds and a wonderful disposition that helped us flourish as professionals but more importantly as better people. May you have strength through this trying and challenging time. - Posted by: Dan Hajjar () on: Aug 12, 2012
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Marshall was a kind and generous mentor while I worked with him from 1981-88 following my graduation from architecture. He was a talented architect with a passion for good design which he instilled in those who had the good fortune to work with him. Although it has been 18 years since I left Winnipeg, many of the friendships formed through Marshall's office continue to this day. I offer my most sincere condolences to Marshall's family as they grieve his passing. - Posted by: Bruce Rasmussen (Former Employee) on: Aug 11, 2012
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Elba & Lara, I was so sad to read that your dear husband and father had passed. Please accept my sincere condolences on your loss. Although I never met Marshall, you always spoke of him with much love. May he rest in peace Elba. God Bless you. - Posted by: Patricia Dare (Acquaintance) on: Aug 11, 2012
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Marshall, our dear friend and Renaissance Man. We will miss you greatly. Your love for the experiences of life continues to inspire us. We cherish the many moments of laughter we shared. Elba and Lara, you know how much our hearts are with you in this time of grief. We wish we could have been with you. We love you. - Posted by: Ron & Maryz Thiessen (blood brothers) on: Aug 04, 2012
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Geography is the enemy of friendships and so it was with Marshall ever since I left Winnipeg in 1964. But through our childhood and until I left, I counted Marshall a friend; I knew him as a gentle man, and pleasantness personnified. I am terribly sorry he's gone and I send warm thoughts and the joy of happy rembrances to his family. - Posted by: Joel Slater (Old friend) on: Aug 03, 2012