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MAURICE (MOE) SOLOMON
Born: Jan 23, 1938
Date of Passing: Dec 10, 2012
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryMAURICE (MOE) SOLOMON January 23, 1938 - December 10, 2012 Peacefully at home in the loving arms of his family, Moe completed his journey here on earth. Left to cherish his memory are his wife Eileen and beloved children Mark and Carolyn. Also fondly remembering Moe are his sisters Elsie (Barry), Martha (Ralph), his brother Joe (Maline), several nieces and nephews, cousins, brother-in-law Harold, sister-in-law Sheila and their daughter Rosanne, his longtime friend Vic Funk and many other friends. He was predeceased by his parents, Paul and Ann and his brothers Donald and Peter of Tolstoi, Manitoba. Dad greatly enjoyed his 56 years in the plumbing and heating wholesale industry. He began his career at Western Supplies in 1956, finishing his career at Wolseley Mechanical in 2012. Dad's customers meant the world to him and he took great pride in providing exceptional customer service. Dad also treasured his many longstanding friendships in the industry. Moe's commitment to service also extended to his former volunteer work as a cub scout leader, board member of Luther Home and involvement with the Manitoba Provincial Junior Golf teams. Moe always had a love of sport. As a young man, he was an all-star baseball player. Later, his love of hockey led him to become an official with Hockey Winnipeg and he served many years as Referee-in-Chief for North Winnipeg and also Junior B. He received an award from Hockey Canada for his 35 years of service as a hockey official in Manitoba. His hockey friends meant so much to him on and off the ice. Golf was his other passion and he thoroughly enjoyed the 32 years of camaraderie and golf with the A Group at Elmhurst. One of his most cherished accomplishments was winning the Provincial Father-Son Golf Championship with Mark. Dad enjoyed going to NFL Viking games with Mark and the boys. He also liked playing armchair quarterback with gym members at Mark's fitness centre and chatting with the members he had come to know over the years. Dad was always there to lend a helping hand with Mark's businesses. Our hearts are filled with gratitude for the Palliative Care Program. Special thanks to Dr. St. Godard (Dr. Ted), an exceptional doctor and wonderful human being. Special thanks also to our nurse Jen and all the other nurses who helped Moe pass in comfort and with dignity. Also, our greatest thanks and deepest gratitude to the Sajdak family, whose enduring kindness and support will always be remembered. Thanks also to all those who offered their support and kind words of sympathy. To respect Dad's wishes, cremation has taken place. A private interment will take place at Brookside Cemetery. Please join us for a come and go reception celebrating Moe's life on Saturday, December 29 from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Viscount Gort Hotel, 1670 Portage Avenue. To honour Moe's memory, a donation can be made to The Manitoba Lung Association, Siloam Mission or a charity of one's choice. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever. Psalm 23:6
Publish Date: Dec 15, 2012
MAURICE (MOE) SOLOMON January 23, 1938 - December 10, 2012 Peacefully at home in the loving arms of his family, Moe completed his journey here on earth. Full obituary to follow.
Publish Date: Dec 14, 2012
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 15, 2012
Condolences & Memories (20 entries)
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Moe was special! He was so respected on the ice and he taught me so much about the game of hockey and how to officiate it. Best of all he was a professional and had fun doing it. Always ready to uplift you and improve you. He is definitely the reason I went Pro and went as far as I did. Unfortunately moving far away I never got to say thank you until now. I have to concur with Rob... Moe always seemed to be in Peguis! :) God Bless you Moe and thank you to the family for letting us share a great man in cold arenas across Manitoba! - Posted by: Clay Sigurdson (Referee) on: Jan 23, 2013
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Deepest sympathies to the family. I had many great times with Moe.Whether it be hockey,golf or curling.The many road trips will always be remembered foundly.I will miss you buddy. - Posted by: Darrell Pomarenski (Friend) on: Dec 29, 2012
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Maurice was a great neighbor and a great guy. I will miss the talks we had in the lane, yards, etc. He will be greatly missed. Thoughts and prayers go out to his family. - Posted by: Peter Berthelette (Friend) on: Dec 29, 2012
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Sincere condolences to the family. Moe was one og those great guys that we sometimes hear about, always willing to lend a hand or help out in other ways to any and all of his friends. He will be missed. - Posted by: Tom and Cindy Best (friend) on: Dec 29, 2012
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One of my earliest memories of Moe was being at a local rink and hearing my dad brag about his cousin out on the ice reffing the game and waiting to talk with him after the game. Moe always had a smile on his face and was keenly interested in what was going on in everyone's life. Although never often enough, it was always nice to see him and chat. Rest in peace Moe. You will be missed. Ryan Galloway - Posted by: Ryan Galloway (Family and friend) on: Dec 28, 2012
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I will miss Moe very much and especially all our golf outings over the years. My condolences to the family. - Posted by: David Dubnicoff (Friend) on: Dec 27, 2012
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We will miss you forever, deeply missed by your sisters, and brother, also nephews and nieces. Thank you for the many times we went to your home town for many special occassions for all the good home cooking made by your mom. You were always highly respected no words can describe how we all will miss your absence. Thank you for being my mentor. We send our love to Eileen, Mark and Carolyn - Posted by: Rob (Nephew) on: Dec 20, 2012
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My thoughts, prayers, and condolences are with you Mark, and Mrs. Solomon, through this very difficult time. - Posted by: Cedric Shurraw () on: Dec 19, 2012
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I will miss Moe, he was a true friend, just a really good guy all around. He gave me my first opportunity to referee a junior hockey game, I never let him forget what that meant to me. I will also miss the long road trips to ref a Jr. B game. My condolences to the family. - Posted by: Chris Mead (Friend) on: Dec 18, 2012
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My sincerest condolences to Eileen, Mark and Carolyn. I lost my dad Dec. 5/11 and understand the profound loss, especially at this time of year. My remembrance of Moe is one of a kind and gentle man. May you all be blessed with comfort and peace at this difficult time. - Posted by: Linda Matias (former neighbor on Cathedral ) on: Dec 17, 2012
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Sorry to hear of Moe's passing. Prayers and thoughts going to the family. I remember Moe always being at Mark's gym helping out and of course recall him helping me with fixtures etc at Robinson way back when.. He was a nice guy. I'm sure he will be missed. Prayers to Mark and his family.. - Posted by: Sandi S (Friend of Mark) on: Dec 17, 2012
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My earliest memories of Moe are of him helping Mark deliver newspapers. I delivered one side of Cathedral Ave. and Mark did the other. Later on Moe refereed many of my hockey games and coached my baseball team. A true sportsman. My condolences to Eileen, Mark and Caroline. - Posted by: Dean Swanton () on: Dec 16, 2012
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DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO MOE'S FAMILY AND FREINDS FROM ALL THE STAFF OF SINCLAIR SUPPLY WHO WORKED WITH MOE AT WOLSELEY AT ONE POINT REST IN PEACE AND YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN OUR PRAYERS AND HEARTS - Posted by: BARB LOBCHUK (CO-WORKER) on: Dec 15, 2012
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" Fairway Moe " was one of the nicest gentlemen on the face of the earth. I was lucky enough to enjoy his company in curling and golf and always had a lot of laughs. RIP Moe, now you can win all the skins upstairs. - Posted by: Hugh Letain (Friend) on: Dec 15, 2012
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I would like to say goodbye good buddy, we had some good golfing times at Elmhurst.. The many trips to Myrtle Beach were always a highlight. My best wishes to Eileen, Carolyn and Mark. Cherish all the great memories you have, - Posted by: Harry Holmes (golfing friend ) on: Dec 15, 2012
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My prayers and thoughts go out to Eileen, Mark, and Caroline during this very difficult time. I will remember Moe as a man that always had a smile on his face when ever he would come in to the gym, not once did I see him without a smile on his face. I will miss our chats at the gym. Rest in peace Moe as you smile down on us from a much better place. Jodi - Posted by: Jodi Lount (Friend of the family ) on: Dec 15, 2012
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I will always remember the rides to Peguis with Moe. He was like a dad, a best friend, the class clown, a mentor, a genuinely GREAT guy. I will never forget him. We love you Moe! - Posted by: Rob Walker (referee & friend) on: Dec 15, 2012
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moe was a good friend and i'm going to miss him my thoughts and prayers are with his wife and mark and caroline so sorry - Posted by: garry eslinger (friend) on: Dec 14, 2012
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Moe was a special guy in the hockey community, he was a part of the referee family for as long as I can remember. Working Junior B games with him back in the day was always a treat. He was the smallest guy on the ice but he commanded the utmost respect from every player & coach. RIP Moe. - Posted by: Paul Krestanowich (Friend) on: Dec 14, 2012
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My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time. - Posted by: Bob Casson (friend of family) on: Dec 14, 2012