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JAMES SAMUEL GRAY (JIM) ENGLISH
Date of Passing: Nov 08, 2013
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryJAMES SAMUEL GRAY (JIM) ENGLISH 1925 - 2013 Jim passed away peacefully on November 8 at Victoria General Hospital, after a short illness. He was born and lived in Winnipeg for his 88 years. Jim was predeceased by his parents, Percy and Ellen English. He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Connie (nee Galbraith). He is also survived by his only sibling, sister Jean Turner; nieces Carol Wiggett (Ross), Beverley Galbraith (Terry Minuk), Barb Dowsett (Barry), Lauren Charlton (Garry); nephews Bob Galbraith (Catherine), Kerry Turner (Lisa), Cameron Turner (Shannon); nephew-in-law Luc Riezebos; grandnieces and grandnephews Riley, Jeff, Mark, Steve, Devin, Jaclyn, Nicole, Brett, Maxon, Telecia, Carson, Graydon, Andrew, Matthew, Sandra (Sean), Matthew, Thea and Seth; great-grandnieces and great-grandnephews Gray, Calla and Emily. The Blue Bombers have lost a lifelong fan with Jim's passing, as he was a season ticket holder for over 60 years and attended several Grey Cup matches across the country. He was a true sports fan, played baseball in his early years and was an avid curler with several clubs for many years. Jim worked for the Canadian Wheat Board for over 40 years. He was a loving husband to Connie and their focus was on family, celebrating birthdays, special occasions and one another. Jim enjoyed many road trips with Connie, times at the family cottage at Winnipeg Beach and many meals out with his family. All those who knew Jim will remember him for his keen wit and his skill in making puns. He was a kind, caring and loving husband, uncle, relative and friend. Connie wishes to recognize the great and increasing support she and Jim have received from their family over the years. Special thanks also to the caring staff at the Victoria General Hospital long term unit. A service will be held at Chapel Lawn, 4000 Portage Avenue, Friday, November 22 at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made to Heart and Stroke Foundation or Canadian Cancer Society. For those who wish to sign the online Guest Book please visit our website. www.chapellawn.ca 885-9715
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 16, 2013
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I'm so sad to hear about Jim's passing. He was an amazing fellow. I worked in the same department as Jim English when I first started at the Canadian Wheat Board in the early 70's. He was such a nice man and a hard working, humourous and fair manager. Whenever I ran into him after his retirement he always seemed to be enjoying his life. - Posted by: Val Sangster (Co-worker) on: Nov 17, 2013
