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JAMES (JIM) THURSTON LAW
Born: Oct 06, 1930
Date of Passing: Oct 20, 2013
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryJAMES (JIM) THURSTON LAW October 6, 1930 October 20, 2013 Sadly, on Sunday, October 20, 2013 at the Selkirk General Hospital, we announce the passing of our much loved and admired dad, poppa, brother, uncle and friend at the age of 83 years. Jim is survived by his son Ron (Kim); grandchildren Rick (Crystal), Morgan, Monty (Lana), Samantha, Jennifer and Jonathan (Teigen); great-grandchildren, Ava, Drew, Fenton, Ryan, Keira and Noah; daughter-in-law Robin; siblings Lorna, Chuck (Ilene) and George; sisters-in-law Grace and Maureen as well as many nieces, nephews and longtime friends. Dad was predeceased by his loving wife Edna (2012) and sons Wayne and Teddy; parents Charles and Aureen; siblings, Delbert, Janet, Howard and twin brother Ronnie. He started working at a young age on the MS Keenora. This was followed by a 44 year career with Manitoba Rolling Mill retiring in 1991. Dad was a longtime member of Selkirk Legion Branch 42 and proud to have served on the Sportsman dinner committee for almost 50 years. Dad's passion for the outdoors was extensive for decades, he explored the back country of the Manitoba wilderness hunting, fishing, trapping, boating, camping and truly loved BC salmon fishing. His other passions were gardening, cooking gourmet meals, canning and pickling. Jim was a very caring person with a heart of gold, whose greatest love was his family and friends. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, October 24 at 2:00 p.m. in the Gilbart Funeral Chapel in Selkirk with Legion Padre Stephen Sharman officiating. A viewing will be held one hour prior to service. Cremation will follow. A lifetime of adventurewith most cherished memories. Special thanks to CCU at the Health Sciences Centre and Dr. Zoppa at the Selkirk General Hospital. Gilbart Funeral Home, Selkirk in care of arrangements. www.gilbartfuneralhome.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 23, 2013
Condolences & Memories (3 entries)
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I hunted with Jim for many years out at Cartwright and played 31 after supper many nights with him and my dad and uncle Donny and Auntie joyce. we had many a good laugh and I'm sure they are all getting ready for a great hunt up in heaven now that the gang is all together again. I will always hold his memory and am truly greatful for all his teaching and kindness. Thank you jimmy. Tie a big buck up for me Laurie Dear - Posted by: Laurie Dear (Son of Sam Dear Jimmy's good friend And Jim was my boos for many years a men) on: Oct 24, 2013
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Our sincere Condolences to The Law Family our prayers are with you - Posted by: Lorne and Barbara,Scott,Steven,James Brown () on: Oct 23, 2013
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Our sincere condolences to the Law family. Jimmy was a great person, lots of good memories. RIP Jim - Posted by: Ed & Deb (friend) on: Oct 23, 2013