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IAN ROBERT SPENCER
Date of Passing: May 01, 2013
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryIAN ROBERT SPENCER March 26, 1940 - May 1, 2013 It is with saddened hearts that we announce Ian's passing at the age of 73 years. Mourning Ian's loss are his wife, Kate; son Grant Spencer (Ilona); daughters Virginia Spencer (Oscar Matos), Verity Thompson (Marcus); stepchildren Paul Durrant and Karen Spence (Brian); six grandchildren; and many friends; colleagues and distant relatives. Born in Birmingham, England in 1940, Ian was a gentleman of conviction who truly loved life. He was also a dedicated and supportive father and husband who always acted with integrity and grace throughout many challenging times. Ian was a student at Warwick School and later completed his Architectural Degree at Birmingham University in England. He then moved to Canada to start his career which stretched over 30 years and concluded as a project manager at the Architectural and Structural Section of RCAF, A4CE, INFR6. Ian was also a faithful member of Toast Masters International, Club Venio Dictum. He was passionate about speaking and would always talk about past and current affairs with fervor. A Celebration of Ian's Life reception will be held on Friday, May 17, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. in Baileys Restaurant, 185 Lombard Ave, Winnipeg. The family would like to thank the staff at Grace Hospital ICU for their care as Ian courageously battled repeated bouts of health and heart issues. In Lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Canadian Spondylitis Association, 18 Long Crescent, Toronto, ON, M4E 1N6, (http://www.spondylitis.ca). Wojcik's Funeral Home & Crematorium, 2157 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, 204 - 897 - 4665, wojiksfuneralchapel.com "God bless you Dad. You will always be missed!"
Publish Date: May 11, 2013
IAN ROBERT SPENCER On Wednesday, May 1, 2013, Ian died at the Grace Hospital at the age of 73 years. A longer obituary notice will follow. Wojcik's Funeral Home & Crematorium, 2157 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, 204-897-4665, wojciksfuneralchapel.com
Publish Date: May 2, 2013
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 11, 2013
Condolences & Memories (8 entries)
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Sorry to read of Ian's passing. It was a great pleasure to work with Ian as my boss and as a colleague. It was a joy to have known him. - Posted by: Richard Howell (Former employee at the Coop Housing Association of Manitoba) on: May 23, 2013
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I am very sorry to hear this, a sudden, sad news of Ian's passing away. I had an opportunity to work with Ian for a short time in Ottawa. He was a truly remarkable person, putting others first and helping others as required. I was shocked to hear about this and he will be missed. I share these thought with his family and friends. - Posted by: Tirath S. Sodhi, P.Eng (Working Colleague at DND, Ottawa) on: May 14, 2013
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On behalf of the RCAF Construction Engineering community our deepest sympathies to Ian's family. He was an outstanding architect and member of our team. The results of his work and commitment will continue for years in support of RCAF operations throughout Canada. - Posted by: Colonel Kevin Horgan, RCAF (Co-worker) on: May 13, 2013
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Ian has been a good friend and help to the Executive of our club. Always active and knowledgeable about history and procedures. He has been President on several occasions and deeply respected and relied upon by all our membership. Ian has left a lasting positive impression on the club's character and success. - Posted by: Glenn (Venio Dictum Toastmasters Club, President) on: May 06, 2013
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My deepest sympathies. It was an honour to know and learn from him. - Posted by: Nicolette () on: May 05, 2013
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He was an incredible man. He always treated me like my own father. I have great memories of him and he will be missed. - Posted by: ilona Spencer (Daughter-in-law) on: May 04, 2013
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We are very sorry to here of Ian's passing. It was a real pleasure to work with Ian over the years and he will be truly missed. - Posted by: Eric & Ruby Penney (Co-worker) on: May 04, 2013
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Sad news our condolences to Grant, Virginia and Verity and their families. Remembering Christmas dinners Ian assembling toys and Len cooking the turkey. - Posted by: Griffith Family (Old friends) on: May 02, 2013
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