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MICHAEL (SAM) JOHN WILBY
Born: Oct 22, 1951
Date of Passing: Sep 06, 2013
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryMICHAEL (SAM) JOHN WILBY October 22, 1951 - September 6, 2013 Mike (Sam) lost his long and courageous battle with cancer at the Beausejour Hospital at the age of 61. He is survived by his wife Donna, of 40 years; his son Jonathon (Aimee), grandchildren Alicia, Dallas, Jace, and Lainey; son James, grandchildren Austin, Alexis and Nathan. Mike was predeceased by his father and mother John and Olga Wilby, and his father-in-law John Duguid. Mike was born in Winnipeg and grew up in Weston, where he met his wife Donna. He was very proud of his Weston heritage. He used to shop at the local dump, which is how the nickname Sam came about. His mother called him Sam Sam the garbage man, which from that point on he was known as Sam by his family and close friends. Sam was a boilermaker/welding instructor for 35 years with Canadian Pacific Railway (Weston Shops). There was nothing Sam couldn't fix or make as long as he knew it would save him a buck. He was an outdoorsman and loved wildlife. He loved his ferrets, Freddy and Dooker. He enjoyed camping and hunting but his real passion was for fishing. After his retirement he loved walking and riding his bike around Tyndall, MB, where he resided for 34 years. He made many great friends on his journeys around town which he cherished. The family would like to thank Dr. Szaky, Dr. Schmidt and all the wonderful, caring and compassionate staff of the Beausejour Hospital during his final time. Also, the family would like to thank his sister Corky, brother-in-law Bob Hayden, sister-in-law Heather and brother-in-law Glen Watson for all their help and support during this difficult time. Sam's wishes were not to have a funeral service, but rather a small family gathering. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made on his behalf to the Beausejour Hospital, Box 1178, Beausejour, MB R0E 0C0; or www.manitobaferrets.ca; or contact The Shelter at 204-661-1389. Sam, I love you with all my heart, forever and always. Love, Donna Everyone has a father but not everyone has a Dad. You were the best Dad ever. Love, Jon and James SOBERING FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM, Beausejour 268-3510 or MB Toll Free 1-877-776-2220 www.soberingfuneralchapel.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Sep 14, 2013
Condolences & Memories (4 entries)
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Met Mike at Lac Du Bonnet, Wpg. River boat launch..One knows a FISHERMAN when one meets one HE was that one. He loved it. We talked when I saw him there, and a few times by phone.. never knew he was ill, I will miss him, GOD bless you and your family. - Posted by: jojo SOKOLOSKY (fisherman) on: Oct 22, 2013
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Heartfelt condolences to you Donna, Jon & James. Sam/your dad lived his life & enjoyed what he liked best. There will never be another like him. Blessed with grandkids he adored & teaching strong family values. We feel your hurt & grief. Keep the Memories Alive, Always. His eyes will be twinkling as he watches over each of You. This long journey now begins with a single step, aching with loneliness & heartache. Embrace being together, being strong for each other now & the days ahead. In friendship & love ....... - Posted by: Betty, Zach, Olivia (& late Don)Yascheshyn (Friends - fr.highschool to Tyndall & more) on: Sep 14, 2013
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I'm sorry to hear of Mike's passing, I had no idea he was sick. I can only think of good times we had at work and how he used to make me laugh, and I was usually laughing at myself. He was quite the story teller, he was an excellent teacher and I owe a lot to him. Alan - Posted by: Al Vandenbossche (Co Worker/Friend) on: Sep 14, 2013
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I'm sorry to hear about Sam's passing. You were together since you were just kids. I know that he is a part of you and that it will be hard to imagine days without him. I hope that time will allow you to heal. Please know that I am thinking about you. Darlene - Posted by: darlene warner (friend of donna) on: Sep 14, 2013