HUGH SHIRLEY

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HUGH SHIRLEY Peacefully at the Victoria Hospital, Hugh Shirley, born November 8, 1937, passed away after a brief illness on Thursday, October 25, 2012. It is with great sadness that he leaves his wife Beth and children James (Christine), Tony (Marla) and Shawn (Donna). Also to miss their Grampy are his grandchildren, Stephany, Dylan and Dustin. Left to mourn him in Victoria, BC are his brothers Bill (Elaine) and John (Pamela) and his sister Penny. Hugh loved family dinners with his in-laws; Fernande, Noël, Marie-Anne, Claire, Edmée (Bram), Alain (Muriel) and Guy (Audrey). Hugh had a full and active life. He always credited the Navy for his life training and sense of adventure. On arrival in Winnipeg, he established Imperial Paints where he worked for 50 years until his untimely passing. He was a Shriner for many years. Hugh was a unique man in many ways. His dream was to build a theme park (Huggieland) in Manitoba for which he tirelessly worked. He spent countless hours making animals and dinosaurs for all children to enjoy. His generous spirit will always be remembered by those he loved. His pastimes were hunting, fishing and spending time at the lake. A private service will be held. If so desired, Donations may be made to the Children's Wish Foundation. DESJARDINS 204-233-4949 1-888-233-4949 www.desjardinsfuneralchapel.ca

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 30, 2012