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GEORGE NAGASAKA
Born: Jul 01, 1923
Date of Passing: Mar 24, 2013
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryGEORGE NAGASAKA July 1, 1923 March 24, 2013 It is with great sadness we announce the passing of our dear father and Ji-Chan, George at the Health Sciences Centre. He is survived by daughter Margaret, son-inlaw Jim and granddaughter Tracey, son David, grandsons Rick, Evan and Sean, brother Kenro (Chieko) of Toronto, sister Harue of Japan, sister-in-law Nori of Toronto, as well as many nieces and nephews. George is predeceased by his wife Kazuko, father Kamakichi, mother Shizu, brothers Masuo (Shigeko), Jim (Irene), Reo, sister Yoshie, cousin Bobbie and daughter-in-law Nim. Dad was born in Vancouver, BC (Strawberry Hill). Then he was relocated with his family to Manitoba during the Second World War. He married Kazuko in 1958. He worked as a finishing carpenter with Suzuki Bros. until his retirement in 1987. His main hobby was collecting rocks and minerals (rock hounding). He would cut, polish, bake and create jewellery, coasters, etc. He also did some digging in search for Selenite crystals in the Manitoba Floodway. Became a member of the Winnipeg Rock and Mineral Club. His second hobby was gardening, where he had a green thumb for growing tomatoes, snow peas and cucumbers. Was a member of the Manitoba Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre Horizon Club. The family would like to thank the HSC D3 and D2 wards, Occupational Care, Home Care for their compassion, kindness and support. We could not have looked after our father alone. Heartfelt thanks go to Reverend and Mrs. Masaki, to our family and many friends who supported our father in many ways. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, April 4, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. Chapel Lawn, 4000 Portage Ave., Winnipeg, MB. In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made to Knox United Church, 400 Edmonton St., Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2M2 or CancerCare Manitoba, 675 McDermot Ave., Room ON1160, Winnipeg, MB, R3E 0V9 or a charity of your choice.
Publish Date: Mar 30, 2013
GEORGE NAGASAKA July 1, 1923 - March 24, 2013 Suddenly on Sunday, March 24, 2013, George passed away at the Health Sciences Centre at the age of 89 years. A longer obituary to follow.
Publish Date: Mar 27, 2013
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Mar 30, 2013
Condolences & Memories (4 entries)
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Margaret, Jim, Tracey, and David. Sorry to hear about your dad's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. George & Marie - Posted by: marie tomchuk (friend) on: Apr 03, 2013
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Margaret, Jim and Tracey. My deepest sympathies to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this most difficult time. The Pawlyk's - Posted by: Leslie Pawlyk (Friend) on: Apr 03, 2013
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When I was a little girl I would always look forward to the church bizarres. I would always rush to George"s table and spend the entire time going through all his rocks. I would go home with bags full. He was always so friendly and loved talking about the rocks. My condolences to the family. - Posted by: Elisha Dahl (chruch) on: Mar 30, 2013
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"George and our family go a long way back . . . back to the days of Strawberry Hill, as New Westminster, B.C. was known to them. The Nagasakas were established in this farming community of many Japanese families. They were very welcoming to the Suzuki’s who were living in an isolated area near Hope and Chilliwack. George's skills as a carpenter were valued for many years by Suzuki Brothers and his workmanship was always and still is being appreciated in the homes he helped build. Our families continue to be connected through the marriage of Jim and Margaret Suzuki, and their daughter, Tracey. Our heartfelt condolences extend to them at this time. " - Posted by: Family of Dorothy Suzuki () on: Mar 28, 2013