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WILL DE WILDT
Born: Nov 08, 1929
Date of Passing: Oct 27, 2012
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryWILL DE WILDT Will was born November 8, 1929 in Heemstede, Holland, and passed away October 27, 2012 at Concordia Hospital in Winnipeg. He was dearly loved by Marg Auld and her family, Greg (Darlene) Auld, Marilyn Johnson and Doug (Donna) Auld, grandchildren Joslyn, Chris and Fraser Auld, great-grandchildren Dalton, Mikayla and Addison, his namesake William (Betty) deWildt and their children Allison (John), Trevor and Kelcie. Will was predeceased by his son Walter, mother, father and sister Anika. Also left to mourn are his brothers, Harry (Tina), Peter (Hennie), Adrian (Rosemary) deWildt and sisters Tonia and Ria deWildt, Mimi Smoulders and families. Will came to Winnipeg in 1959 with his first job at Birt Saddlery. In 1964 he started his career at Gambles where he met Marg. Over the years Will and Marg golfed, curled and travelled throughout the world together to Australia, South America, Germany, Holland and enjoyed several cruises together. In 1977 they started M W Footwear in Lac du Bonnet, Manitoba where they enjoyed 21 years and made many wonderful friends. Will spent numerous hours volunteering for Lac du Bonnet ambulance service, health board and reading to the kindergarten children at Centennial Elementary school. Will also played Santa Claus for various organizations throughout his years. In 1991 Will and Marg started an annual migration to Magic Valley Park in Weslaco, TX. Again Will found himself volunteering at the Knapp Hospital and elementary schools in the area. Will always had a love for music and developed his mandolin skills while down in Texas and enjoyed playing music with various bands for many years to come. Marg, being the love of his life, introduced Will to Grey Street United Church where he sang in the choir and the church became a great part of his life. Will's family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff on the second floor surgery ward of the Concordia Hospital for the wonderful care and comfort they provided to our Dear Will. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Concordia Foundation Inc., 1095 Concordia Ave., Winnipeg, MB R2K 3S8, (204) 661-7156 or Grey Street United Church, 651 Sandhurst Ave., Winnipeg, MB R2L 1V2. Burial has taken place. Memorial Service to be held on Wednesday, October 31, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. at Grey Street United Church, 651 Sandhurst Ave., Winnipeg. CROPO FUNERAL CHAPEL 204-586-8044
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 30, 2012
Condolences & Memories (6 entries)
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On behalf of all of the children's lives you've touched by teaching them the art of language, and the love for learning, I thank you from the bottom of my heart. You were a grampa to those without, loving unconditionally each and every soul. You were truly a kindred spirit, and will be greatly missed. The wood carvings, and story book messages will carry a special place always. Take care good fellow. Till we meet again. - Posted by: Connie Stanley (Vice Principal ) on: Oct 31, 2012
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Always cheeky and independent (like me)...he took me fishing and golfing, let me drive his truck, and fire a rifle at the garbage dump...exactly what a boy wants to do. I'll always cherish those memories...I'll miss you UW... Love Fraser - Posted by: Fraser Auld (Grandchild) on: Oct 31, 2012
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I will miss your beautiful smile Will. Rest in peace! - Posted by: Renee (friend) on: Oct 31, 2012
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Will was a rare individual in so many ways. When he drove the school bus in Lac du Bonnet, he would--on the last day of school--drive his bus to the Dairy Bar and purchase ice cream comes for his students! Despite the trauma he went through as a child in World War II, he had a great sense of humor, a tremendous love of life, and a very generous heart. There are some people, no matter how old they are when they die, who are taken from us much too soon. Such was Will, my very good friend. Enjoy heaven, Will, you'll fit right in with God's blessed folk, just as you did here with us! - Posted by: Barry Bence (former pastor) on: Oct 30, 2012
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He will be miss for sure from me is housekeeper when he told me to go away every Monday morning in fun way. - Posted by: Robin (House keeper ) on: Oct 30, 2012
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Will was always fun to be around, great sense of humour,,Will`s claim to fame was that he taught me how to shuffle,,he will be missed. - Posted by: Gladys,,,Roger Nault (Friends) on: Oct 30, 2012
