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ABE FUNK
Date of Passing: Nov 16, 2012
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ABE FUNK It is with extreme sadness we announce the passing of Abe Funk on November 16, 2012 at the age of 66. He is lovingly survived by his wife Marg (Turner), son Greg (Laura), daughter Kyra (Michael Wrightson) and the loves of his life, granddaughters Hadley Sarah and Shaefer Jean Wrightson and grandson Kael Abraham Funk. He is also survived by brothers Jake (Frances), John (Pat), sister Maria Rempel, and many nieces and nephews. Abe was born to John and Maria Funk and spent his childhood on the family farm in the Niverville area. He spent his young years playing with his best friend and cousin Jack Harder and learning how to farm. He then spread his wings to Ontario only to return back to Manitoba and Neepawa where he met Marg and her family, Jean and Hugh Turner and siblings Karen (Ralph Kulbacki), Neil (Sheila Douglas) and Kathi (Murray Pearson). Abe was predeceased by his parents, sister Neta, brother Dave and his second dad Hugh. In 1968 at the age of 21, Abe found the career path which he would follow for the next 45 years. He started in the real estate business under the watchful eye of Murray Sigmar. He became involved with the Winnipeg Real Estate Board helping to establish the Salesman's Division of the Board and then was the founding member of the WREB Chapter of Toastmasters. He followed further by representing the WREB Salesman's Division at the Canadian Real Estate Association. He was the ultimate professional to his many clients and gained many good friends and associates during his career. South of the Border Condos where he and Marg lived also garnered many good friends over the years. Abe took great pride in the complex and worked hard to enhance the natural beauty of the grounds and buildings. Abe was known to all as their go-to guy to get anything done. He would tackle everything and fixed it all, gave good advice, solved problems, lent an ear, gave good hugs, laughed with us and cried with us. His mother-in-law Jean pegged him by saying he could fix a car engine and then bake a pie all in a few hours. He loved to cook, bake, tell stories, build playhouses, fix toys, give wagon rides, snowmobile, go on boat trips with friends, spend New Years in Minaki, barbecue waffles and have perogy making parties. Abe was the love of Marg's life for 44 years and one week and will continue to be in her heart forever. They had a very strong bond that got them through the ups and downs that 45 years brings. They were kids when they married in 1968 but as they matured so did their love and connection to each other. The births of Greg and Kyra were their greatest achievements to be further blessed by Grandpa's greatest joys, Hadley, Shaefer and Kael. Abe was diagnosed with very rare mesothelioma (asbestos cancer) early in 2010. There were nothing but positive thoughts and attitude from that time forward. Abe handled his disease with dignity and strength and fought valiantly through it all, never ever complaining. The family would like to thank our family doctor, Robyn Olson, Dr. Gary Harding at CancerCare and the professional and compassionate nurses and doctors at Victoria Hospital. A memorial service was held on November 23, 2012 and was preceded by a private interment at Thompson In the Park on McGillivray Blvd. Donations would be gratefully appreciated to CancerCare Manitoba, 675 McDermot Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R3E 0V9 or a charity of your choice.
Publish Date: Dec 8, 2012
ABE FUNK Abe Funk beloved husband of Marg Funk, entered into rest on November 16, 2012 at the age of 66 years. Funeral Service will be held on Friday, November 23, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. in the Kildonan United Church, 187 Kilbride, Ave., Winnipeg, MB. Donations may be made to CancerCare Manitoba. White's Funeral Home Neepawa in care of arrangements. 204-476-2848 Obituary to follow.
Publish Date: Nov 20, 2012
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 08, 2012
Condolences & Memories (30 entries)
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Hi Grandpa I miss you and I just want you to know we have been thinking about you lots. I look at this Picture every single night and I think about you. - Posted by: Kael (Grandpa) on: Jun 18, 2021
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Hi Grandpa it is Kael. I just want you to know I miss you. - Posted by: Kael (abe funk) on: Jun 18, 2021
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My sincere condolence to the Funk family. I often walked to his house to play when I was a child. We sometimes hung out together as teenagers. I remember him as a guy full of lots of ideas, outgoing and a great conversationalist. Abe was my cousin, neighbour and friend. - Posted by: Lesa (Cousin) on: Dec 21, 2012
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My heart goes out to you and your family. You and Abe were great neighbours and friends of the family. - Posted by: Paul Trudel (Former neighbour across the street on Frontenac Bay) on: Dec 09, 2012
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Dear Marg and family. We are sorry to hear on the passing of your dear husband,father and grandfather.Fond memories working with Abe at McKague Sigmar & Delbro R.E. He was a well respected agent in the industry. Our deepest sympathies at this time. Bill & Karen Shanski - Posted by: Bill & Karen Shanski (Fellow realtor) on: Dec 08, 2012
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So very sorry to all the family in losing their dearly loved Husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. Abe was really a one of a kind gentleman. He was always pleasant,kind and ready to be helpful in whatever was asked of him. Reading all the comments really point to exactly the kind of person we came to know in a very short interval of our living at South of the Border. Thinking of you his family with sympathy and caring in losing a real gentleman, loving husband, father and grandfather. Not often do you meet such a one of a kind person ready to be of assistance at anything. May all the family draw on all the beautiful memories you must have to keep you going through all the difficult times to follow. - Posted by: Don and Lynn Newlin (Lived in South of the Border and happy to say he was our Mr. Fix it Gentleman...and he was) on: Dec 08, 2012
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i am sorry to hear of Abe's passing at such a young age. he was truly an inspiration to all of us . a great guy!!! my prayers are with you. - Posted by: yolande manaigre (a fellow realtor) on: Dec 08, 2012
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Marg, our thoughts are with you at this time. We read today of Abe's passing and appreciate having known you both. Take care. - Posted by: Sharon & Sandra Fedirchuk (Neighbour from South of the Border) on: Dec 08, 2012
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Marg, we were so sorry and shocked to hear af Abe's passing. We often think back to that year, so long ago, when we were neighbours, often visiting well into the night, Abe making cream puffs and lots of laughs. May you be comforted by the wonderful memories. You are in our thoughts. - Posted by: Coleen and George Todd (friends) on: Dec 07, 2012
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I was shocked and saddened to hear of Abe's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you Marg and your family. - Posted by: Teresa Brambilla/Kneeshaw (Friend) on: Dec 02, 2012
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Very sorry to hear of Abe's passing. I have many great childhood memories of Abe and I know he was a truly great Man. To his family I wish Peace for you all. - Posted by: Kirk Rudnick (Family Friend) on: Nov 28, 2012
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We bought our house on Gemini in NK from Abe when we first arrived in Winnipeg 39 years ago. The Ross Realty agent failed to show so we called McKague Sigmar and Abe came in a black Cadillac the size of the Queen Mary with a telephone, (neither of which was common in those days). Didn't see him for decades but he spotted me recently at the Vic. We laughed about old times together. - Posted by: John and Rosalie Shantz (customer and acquaintance) on: Nov 25, 2012
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Greg, Marg, Kyra and families, so sorry to have heard the very sad news. Our prayers are with you in this very difficult time. I will never forget the many good times spent with all. Kevin and Sharon Harrald - Posted by: Kevin & Sharon Harrald (friend) on: Nov 24, 2012
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Marg and family - We are truly sorry to hear of Abe.s passing . We all had a lot of fun on Frontenac Bay . He was a super guy -- and will be greatly missed , by all . - Posted by: Dennis and Alison Drysdale (Old neighbors on Frontenac Bay) on: Nov 24, 2012
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So sorry to hear of Abe's passing Margie.Today will be a difficult day for you and your family. Our thoughts are with you. Peace. - Posted by: Jerry & Midge Thompson (Friends) on: Nov 23, 2012
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Marg and family, Our condolences to you. I have many good memories as a Realtor and being involved with various activities at the Winnipeg Real Estate Board (WRA) A highlite was starting the Board Toastmasters Club. Also doing real estate deals with Abe was a pleasure. His professionalism was outstanding and much appreciated. - Posted by: Ernie & Vi Friesen (Fellow Realtor and friend) on: Nov 23, 2012
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Ab was the youngest agent in Winnipeg when he started with McKeag Sigmar and I had the pleasure of working with him at McKeage Sigmar. Many wonderful get togethers in the Southdale mall office with all the staff and the people from the restaurant. - Posted by: Ed and Carole Popel (Associate Real Estate friend) on: Nov 23, 2012
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To Marg and family. My thoughts and my prayers go out to you and your family in this most difficult time. May God take him in his arms, and give all of you his blessing. - Posted by: Vlasta Amizic (Friend) on: Nov 23, 2012
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To Greg and family, I was so sad to hear of your dad's passing. I was so happy to have met him and his amazing presence. He left a mark that will never be forgotten. He has raised an amazing son that I am proud to call my best friend. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Laura, Kael, Marg and your sister in these toughest of times. - Posted by: Jim Finney (Friend) on: Nov 22, 2012
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Aunty Marg and family, please accept our deepest sympathy. Abe will always be in our hearts as well as the great memories. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you go through this sad time. - Posted by: Annette & Kirby and family (Family friend) on: Nov 22, 2012
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Marg, Greg, Kyra and Families. We were saddened to hear of Abe's passing. We have many fond memories of the Rainka/Turner/Funk family get togethers. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time. - Posted by: Wendy Simon (Friend) on: Nov 22, 2012
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Our heartfelt condolences to you and your family Marg. We will cherish many happy memories of your family and the Turners. Glennis & I were talking this week about the cake that Abe baked and delivered. He will be missed by all who knew him. - Posted by: Don & Glennis Wilson (Cousins) on: Nov 22, 2012
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we were very saddened to hear of Abe's passing, we will miss his presence very much. May God bless his soul, and may he rest in peace by his creator. He was always helpful, respecful, happy, and kind to everyone, and he will never be forgotten. Our deepest sympathies, and our thoughts are with Mrs Marg Funk and family. - Posted by: Hassan & Nariman Ayed (Neighbour, for the past 8 years) on: Nov 22, 2012
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Marg, my thoughts and prayers go out to you. I have fond memories of Abe from when we did the "boys" boat trip with Bob in Florida. He was a fun and creative man. God bless! - Posted by: Gabe Ayotte (Friend) on: Nov 22, 2012
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Marg, I am sorry to hear of Abe passing. He was truly a wonderful man. - Posted by: Michelle (past friend) on: Nov 21, 2012
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I am very sorry to hear of Abe's passing. My prayers are with you Marg and family at this difficult time. I gave your Mom a hug for you yesterday! He will be missed by all who knew him! - Posted by: Iris Kooting (Friend) on: Nov 21, 2012
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Our thoughts are with you Marg and family at this most difficult time. We have many fond memories which we hold dear. - Posted by: Susan & Syd Davy (friend and neighbour) on: Nov 20, 2012
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Marg, Greg, Kyra and Turner/Funk family. I was saddened to hear of Abe's passing at far too young an age. I will forever hold fond memories of Abe and his interesting talents such as cleaing car parts in the dishwasher or fixing my car out at Falcon lake with nothing but a lot of patience and ingenuity. My deepest sympathies. - Posted by: Wendy Rudnick (neighbour, babysitter, friend) on: Nov 20, 2012
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It is with extreme sadness to all our family on Abe's passing. There could be no finer neighbour & friend. Many joyous moments with Marg & Abe and family will always be cherished. Rudnick family - Posted by: Wally & Phyll RUDNICK (Neighbour, friend) on: Nov 20, 2012
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We were so sorry to hear of Abe's passing. Our family has such fond memories of the Turner/Rainkie friendship which has spanned many, many years and Abe was thought of very highly by everyone in our family. Sometimes I really miss the good old days!! Our thoughts are with you at this very difficult time. - Posted by: Loretta Free (Friend) on: Nov 20, 2012