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ALVIN (CLARE) LOUGHEED
Born: Nov 30, 1955
Date of Passing: Jan 03, 2013
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryALVIN (CLARE) LOUGHEED Alvin "Clare" Lougheed passed away peacefully at the Grace Hospital on January 3, 2013, with family by his side. Clare was born in Deloraine, MB on November 30, 1955, second son of Wm. Russel and Elva (Johnson) Lougheed. Clare was raised on the family farm in the Bidford area and attended school at Bidford School until its closure and then continued his education in Deloraine. Upon his graduation, he began a banking career with the Toronto Dominion Bank in Deloraine and then in Glenavon, SK. Clare decided to continue his education and attended Brandon University where he completed a four year Honours program in Computer Science. He accepted employment with MTS in Winnipeg in January of 1982, where he continued to be a dedicated employee for over 30 years, working as a Computer Analyst until illness forced his leave in 2012. Clare enjoyed curling, golf, reading, and genealogy. Travel became a passion he shared with his brother and family, highlighted by a family trip to Ireland in 2004 to the land of their forefathers. Clare found special joy in time spent with his three nephews and their families and was a supportive influence throughout their lives. He was predeceased by his mother, Elva Lougheed. Clare leaves to mourn his loss father, Russel Lougheed of Deloraine, MB; brother, Brian Lougheed (Elaine) of Erickson, MB; nephews, Colin Lougheed (Chrissy), Brett Lougheed (Denise), Kyle Lougheed, and great-nephew and niece William and Sophie Lougheed all of Winnipeg, MB, as well as extended family and friends. The family would like to express their sincere appreciation to Dr. George and Dr. Joshua, nurses and staff on the 5th Floor at Grace Hospital for the excellent care provided to Clare. In accordance with Clare's wishes a graveside service was held at the Lougheed family plot in the Boissevain Cemetery with Smith's Funeral Home in care of arrangements. Donations in Clare's memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or charity of your choice.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 02, 2013
Condolences & Memories (4 entries)
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Many thoughts of Sympathy Veronica Sichewski on behalf of The MTS Volunteers - Posted by: veronica sichewski () on: Feb 08, 2013
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Clare was a great person to know and work with. Always friendly, always helpful, and never without a smile on his face. Everyone who knew him would agree that he will be sorely missed. - Posted by: Mark Smilinski (co-worker) on: Feb 07, 2013
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I had the pleasure of working with Clare on many projects throughout the years. As a client I was always extremely happy when I was advised Clare was assigned to my projects because of his dedication and inherent ability to always understand just what we needed. I have many fond memories of working with him and I know he will be missed by many people at MTS. My condolences to his family and friends. - Posted by: Ellen Day (Work Colleague) on: Feb 07, 2013
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Clare was a special person that I had the honour of knowing both through work and social activities spanning the last 25 years. My condolences to his family and close friends who I know will be feeling his loss. He will be missed. - Posted by: Shelley Muir (Work colleague) on: Feb 06, 2013