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DONALD GEORGE TACKABERRY
Born: Apr 03, 1932
Date of Passing: Jan 21, 2013
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryDONALD GEORGE TACKABERRY Suddenly, on January 21, 2013, after a short illness, and surrounded by loving family, Donald "Tack" made his long journey home. Don is survived by his lifelong partner, mate, and loving wife Shirley through 59 years of marriage, sister Marion of Victoria, BC, children Patrick, Robert (Brenda), and Colleen (Ron), grandchildren Samantha, Kimberly, Karen, and Steven, and numerous nieces, nephews and other relations. He was predeceased by father Edwin, mother Mildred, and brother Allan. Donald was born April 3, 1932 in Brandon MB, where he often hung around his grandfather George's Tacks' boot and skate shop, moved to Winnipeg early in his life, attended Greenwood, Earl Grey, and Kelvin High School, and wedded Shirley on August 8, 1953. Tack had a distinguished career at Manitoba Telephone System, starting in 1952, advancing to foreman of the 4A office on Corydon Ave., and eventually retiring in 1987 to enjoy his family, friends, and hobbies. Dad, Grandpa, Tack, and Don will be remembered for his love of curling with the MTS league, X-C skiing with many friends and family, and travelling the world with Shirley and friends to places such as Great Britain, China, Canada, and the USA. Dad and Mom's home on Greenwich Bay in Windsor Park was and is a place where friends and family gathered to enjoy hospitality, generosity, and a loving environment. He enjoyed his daily Free Press newspaper, cooking and BBQing, Sunday drives around Winnipeg with Shirley, as well as tinkering, renovating, landscaping, and relaxing at home. The Tackaberry family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff at St. Boniface hospital emergency, medicine, stepdown, and ICU departments for the compassionate and professional manner in which our patriarch was cared for. We'd also like to thank the many friends and family who contributed to Donald's comfort as the last journey drew near. An informal service for Don will be held on Tuesday, January 29, 2013, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Windsor Park Inn, 1034 Elizabeth Rd., Ambassador A Room (downstairs). In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to a charity of your choice. LONG MAY YOU RUN
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 26, 2013
Condolences & Memories (5 entries)
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Evelyn and I have just learned of Don's passing. We only met Don and Shirley once, yet he left a lasting impression on both of us. They treated us to the very best in hospitality. Don used to make frequent phone calls to our S. Ontario home to update us on the news and just for a general chat. He will be sadly missed. Our deepest sympathy and condolences go out to the family at this time - Posted by: Robert Allan (2nd. Cousin) on: Apr 29, 2013
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Our condolences to the family, He was a good man. He gave me his curling broom last year for a tournament I was joining in. thks. - Posted by: Laurent Bohemier (neighbour, 21 greenwich) on: Feb 13, 2013
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Our prayers are with you both and your family during this difficult time, we offer our condolences. - Posted by: Maunula family (relative to Rob & Brenda) on: Jan 28, 2013
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I want to express my heartfelt condolences to the family of Don and Shirley Tackaberry. The passing of Don is a great loss for them and his many friends, including myself. For many years he and Shirley have offered the comfort of their home and the camaraderie of good conversation and food to me. The value of their friendship cannot be understated. Don, you will be missed. - Posted by: NINA TACKABERRY (Relative) on: Jan 27, 2013
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Sorry to hear of the loss to the family. Hi Colleen. - Posted by: Enza Bell (worked at MTS while Don was there, friends with Colleen.) on: Jan 27, 2013