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RICHARD (DICK) GORDON STOKES
Born: Mar 10, 1939
Date of Passing: Nov 09, 2012
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryRICHARD (DICK) GORDON STOKES This morning, Saturday, November 17, 2012 a Celebration of Dick's Life will be held at 11:00 a.m. in the ANAF # 283, 3584 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg.
Publish Date: Nov 17, 2012
RICHARD (DICK) GORDON STOKES March 10, 1939 - November 9, 2012 Carried off with the undying love of the family he nurtured and valued like no other, Richard Gordon (Dick) Stokes chose to end his battle with kidney cancer on Friday, November 9, 2012 at the Riverview Health Centre. Dick will never be forgotten and dearly missed by his wonderful wife of 51 years, Judy; his ever loving daughter Karen Stokes (Neal); son Gord Stokes and wife Nancy; son-in-law Steve Brockington; son-in-law Jeff Baker; chosen daughter Marie Larsen and husband Ron. Loved so very much, and the lights of his life are his grandchildren, Hayley, Chelsea, and Cole Baker, Owen Nicholson (Julie), Alexis Brockington, Ben and Elise Stokes, Tyler, Mathew, and Courtney MacNeish. Dick also leaves an innumerable amount of nieces, nephews and very close friends whose lives he touched with his love, loyalty, and no doubt humour. He was predeceased by his parents Geraldine and Donald Stokes; as well as brothers Ron and Larry. Most painfully, he was predeceased by his daughter Cheryl just 10 years ago. It gives us all enormous comfort that he and Cheryl are together again. Dad was born in Winnipeg and grew up in the west end where he made many lifelong friendships. He served with pride in the R.C.A.F. from 1957 to 1960, leaving only to begin his journey with the love of his life Judy whom he wed in 1961. Dad spent the majority of his career in the overhead door business as a sales manager where he cultivated many long lasting business relationships as well as personal friends. The work ethic and success he enjoyed during these days were, and to this day serve as an example to all of us. Sick days were not in his vocabulary. Always an avid curler, Dad was a member of Assiniboine Memorial Curling Club, as well as C.F.B. Winnipeg for many years. He was also a member of the A.N.A.F. Unit #283 for many years. Dad was a man who always put his family ahead of all else; always cherishing his time with his wife and children, and especially his grandchildren. Papa's favourite times were attending his grandchildren's basketball, hockey, soccer, and volleyball games, dance recitals, school plays, and Christmas concerts. His pride in his grandchildren was unquestioned. On Saturday, November 17, 2012 a Celebration of Dick's Life will be held at 11:00 a.m. in the A.N.A.F. #283, 3584 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg. The family wishes to extend its deepest gratitude to all of the angels of 3E at Riverview Health Centre who were there for him, and our family at all times, and tolerated and laughed at his jokes while providing him both sincere comfort and dignity.
Publish Date: Nov 13, 2012
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 17, 2012
Condolences & Memories (14 entries)
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Gord and family - very sorry to hear that your Dad passed sway. He sounded like a great person and will surely be missed. - Posted by: Norine Pringle (old work mate) on: Dec 06, 2012
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Judy + family. We are so "Sad" to hear of the loss of your dear loved one "Dick". We have certainly been thinking of you all through this sad Time! May He rest in "Peace"..Sincerely Dawn + Fam. - Posted by: Dawn Lamb[Gordon] ( Friend) on: Nov 21, 2012
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My deepest sympathy Judy, I will certainly miss his friendly smile at bingo. Love, Connie XO - Posted by: Connie Reid (friend) on: Nov 21, 2012
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Our deepest sympathies to you and your family, Judy. Dick will be much missed by all of us who knew him. - Posted by: Marty & Pat Pelletier (Friends) on: Nov 20, 2012
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Our deepest sympathies to you and your family, Judy. We'll always remember the good times we had. - Posted by: Marty & Pat Pelletier (Friends) on: Nov 20, 2012
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I enjoyed our time together at overhead doors ltd. We both enjoyed each other. Our deepest condolences. Jim Ross overhead door mechanic for 39 years. - Posted by: jim ross (co worker at overhead doors ) on: Nov 18, 2012
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Sad news. I have fond memories of listening to the tunes of the week with Dick and Ron back in the '50's. We lost touch after high school. Thanks for the info in the obituary. It's good to know he had a good life. RIP old friend. - Posted by: Owen Clark (Friend) on: Nov 17, 2012
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So sorry Judy, I will see you after when I come back from my holidays. - Posted by: Lisette Madsen (friend) on: Nov 17, 2012
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May peace flower in your heart during this difficult time. Always remember the great times you had with Dick( Dad, Grampa, Uncle). Thinking of you and your family always :) - Posted by: Cynthia Stacey (Former co-worker of Judy) on: Nov 14, 2012
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I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. He was a great man and will be sadly missed. From the NOWE family. - Posted by: GUY NOWE (friend) on: Nov 14, 2012
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Judy and family, so sorry for the loss of your dear husband & father. I am so glad we were able to get together at family functions this past summer. It was such a pleasure talking with both Judy and Dyck. And Dyck's sense of humor was truly a "breath of fresh air" May God Bless you with sweet memories to help comfort you in this time of sorrow, love Lauren & Greg Andrushko and family - Posted by: Lauren Andrushko () on: Nov 13, 2012
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Mr. Stokes was a former neighbour of ours on Dennis Bay. We are saddened to hear of his passing. My entire family sends their condolences to the Stokes family. - Posted by: The Boehm Family (former neighbour) on: Nov 13, 2012
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Sorry for your loss - it was just late last week that I heard Dyck was at Riverview. Although it has been many years since I had seen Dyck - how true it was that he was a man of laughter. Remembering the good times will make this hard time a little easier. - Posted by: Debbie Griffiths (Former coworker of wife Judy) on: Nov 13, 2012
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Judy my heart goes out to you and your family. I know exactly what you are going thru at this sorrowful time. Remember you have a lot of friends Judy, and we are here for you in your time of need. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. - Posted by: Margaret Wilkins (Friend) on: Nov 13, 2012
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