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JAMES V. MAHON
Born: Jul 20, 1932
Date of Passing: Jan 07, 2014
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryJAMES V. MAHON James V. Mahon much-loved husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather, volunteer, coach, mentor, and friend, Jim passed away without extended suffering on January 7, 2014, at Health Sciences Centre, at the age of 81 years, following numerous years of stroke-related illness. Surviving him are Lucille, his wife of 59 years, his sister, Audrey Jarvis, and his five children: Susan (Pat) McMahon; Patrick (Barbara) Mahon; Michael (Maureen) Mahon; Kathy (Craig) Downs; and Paul (Anne) Mahon. Jim is also survived by his grandchildren and great-grandchildren: James and Brian McMahon; Thomas and Christopher Mahon; Katie, Brennan and Seann Mahon; Sarah (Ian) Carpick and great-grandson Jack, Mike (Katie), Benjamin, Amy, and Scott Downs; and Kendra, Mark, and Andrew Mahon. Also surviving is second cousin of Lucille, Susan Rebbeck. Jim was predeceased by his parents Tony and Edna Mahon, and his siblings Larry Mahon and Connie Corner. Jim Mahon was both a good guy and a great man. If the definition of a good guy' is somebody who lights up the room with wonderful humour and can-do' attitude, who coaches kids' football and baseball in the snow and the rain, who helps with changing diapers and doing dishes after a busy workday, and who teaches Sunday school with pizzazz to teenagers Jim was a good guy. If the definition of a great man' means having wisdom, integrity, and faith without being the least bit pompous, being able to draw a group of people together around a cause and make things happen, being a husband and father who puts family ahead of himself, and if it means maintaining a spirit of kindness and a loving heart in the face of extended illness and disability, then Jim was a great man. Jim had a wonderful life, full of blessings that he enjoyed and never hesitated to share with others especially Lucille, his treasured wife and valued team-mate,' who was also his unceasingly faithful supporter, especially in his later years. Regarding his working life, he had a successful career in the insurance business for over 35 years. Jim was always valued as a leader, colleague, and mentor in business. Yet work was not an end in itself, but a way to connect with and help people, to support his family in a manner that was generous and exemplary, and it also allowed him the time and resources so he could give back.' And give back he did. Over countless years he served on numerous boards and committees, sometimes leading and sometimes following but always getting the job done. He enjoyed each project as an opportunity to work with others and to make things better. Among the organizations and groups that benefitted from Jim's involvement, and from which he himself gained so much, were: St. John Brebeuf Parish and School; St. Paul's High School; St. Mary's Academy; Knights of Columbus; Serra Club; Catholic Foundation; Winnipeg Archdiocese; Hospice and Palliative Care; and Riverview Health Centre. Jim never pursued honours for himself, but he was truly happy to be made a member of the "Order of Knights of St. Gregory," in August, 1999. This was in recognition of his unwavering support of the Catholic Church and its community in Winnipeg. Well over ten years ago, at the point in his life when he initially began to suffer the effects of illness, Jim's day-to-day pragmatism, usual good-nature, and the insistence of his loving side-kick, Lucille, helped him to surmount many health challenges and to continue to enjoy family, friends, and an occasional glass of wine. Eventually, six years ago, when a serious stroke occurred, Jim entered Misericordia Health Centre and then Mis Place. There, along with the daily support of Lucille and the regular company of his children and grandchildren, the staff who include Dr. Jain, Theresa Campbell, and Father Vince Herner, provided him with immeasurable loving care. On the day Jim passed away, the Health Science Centre ER doctors and nurses also showed great sensitivity and care for him, and for Lucille and the family. A funeral Mass in celebration of Jim's life will be held on Monday, January 13, 2014, at 10:30 a.m. at St. John Brebeuf Parish, 1707 John Brebeuf Place with Father Mark Tarrant as celebrant. A reception will follow in the Church Hall. Family interment will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the St. John Brebeuf School Bursary Fund or a charity of your choice. Funeral arrangements in care of LeClaire Bros. Funeral Services, (tel.) 204-775-2220.
Publish Date: Jan 11, 2014
JAMES V. MAHON July 20, 1932 - January 7, 2014 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jim Mahon on January 7, 2014, at Health Sciences Centre, at the age of 81 years. Funeral arrangements in care of LeClaire Bros. Funeral Services, (tel.) 204-775-2220. Longer obituary to follow.
Publish Date: Jan 9, 2014
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 11, 2014
Condolences & Memories (16 entries)
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I just learned of Jim's passing and wish condolences and loving thoughts. Thoughts are always relevant. - Posted by: Eva Jean Giese (Friend) on: Sep 11, 2017
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Dear Luceille & Family we are saddened to learn of Jim's passing. Jim made this world a better place....struck down far too soon. - Posted by: Jim & Helene Flynn (friends) on: Jan 25, 2014
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Dear Lucille and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss of Jim. He was such an important part of your family and of your community. He will be missed but fondly remembered. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Judie Wolfenden - Posted by: Judith Wolfenden (Friend) on: Jan 23, 2014
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From my earliest days at St. John Brebeuf Parish and School in the early 1980s I recognized Mr. Mahon as the guy who got up after the homily or end of mass to explain the Church's finances and needs. Given my age (only 6 or 7), I didn't really understand what he was talking about but could tell he was a selfless volunteer and always remembered his respectful, smiling face. I remembered this further when I became an altar boy and Mr. Mahon and the other Knights used to organize events for us - in particular, getting Blue Bombers to come and talk to us at pizza lunches! Now that I am older I realize that my parish home - the first and most enduring home for many of us - came to be because of the generous work done by Jim, the Mahon family, and other founding families of our parish. And I remember his smiling face. Quite a legacy. - Posted by: Joseph Langan (SJB parishoner) on: Jan 15, 2014
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Lucille and Family. We send our heartfelt condolences. The memories of the many times with Jim will bring comfort to all. He was a great man and truly a friend. Lynn and Duane Nieman - Posted by: Duane and Lynn Nieman (Friends of long standing) on: Jan 14, 2014
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Today we heard that Jim had passed away. Our thoughts are with you Lucille, and family. Jim was a true gentleman...gentle in every way...We have many good memories of years past. - Posted by: Ed and Mary Coughlin (friend) on: Jan 14, 2014
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My thoughts and prayers to Mike, Pat, Paul, Sue and Kathy, and of course to Mrs. Mahon...and to the spuses and grandchildren. Mr. Mahon was a tremendously positive influence in our teeenage lives, and was the first person who called me a "thespian" (and who then kindly explained what it meant!). So many stories I could share...but they all serve to demonstrate he was a kind, engaged and very positive man. God bless. - Posted by: James P. Egan (Friend of Mike Mahon, and of entire family) on: Jan 13, 2014
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I was very saddened to hear of Jim Mahon’s passing last week. Jim was a truly good person whose wisdom, charm and calmness could only positively influence those who had the good fortune to know him. Being a friend of his son Patrick since we were very young, I have had many opportunities over the years to benefit from Jim’s sage advice and his modelling of how to be a good husband, father and member of his community. Susan and I wish to extend our deepest condolences to Lucille, Patrick, Barb and the rest of the Mahon family, and will keep them and Jim in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. - Posted by: Bernard Roy (Friend of family) on: Jan 13, 2014
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Thinking of Mike and Maureen and the entire Mahon family on the passing of their mentor, father and dear friend. We will keep you in our prayers. - Posted by: Gord and Elizabeth Jong (Friends) on: Jan 12, 2014
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It was a privilege to have met Jim and Lucille. He was a warm caring man. You will miss him greatly. Condolences to you and your family. - Posted by: John and Donna DRIEDGER (Work colleagues) on: Jan 12, 2014
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We extend our most sincere condolences to Mrs. Mahon and the family at this very sad time. You are in our thoughts and prayers. I recall those 12 enjoyable years working working with Mr. Mahon at Standard Life. He was a dedicated family man, and a true gentleman with the highest degree of integrity. I loved his Irish sense of humour. - Posted by: George & Sharon Lepine (Friends & co-worker (Sharon)) on: Jan 11, 2014
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James was such a special gentleman. He always had a smile on his face and a kind word for everyone. He will greatly missed by everyone. My love and prayers to all the family! - Posted by: Susan Gustafson (Jack) (Friend ) on: Jan 11, 2014
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My sincerest condolences to Jim's family. I had the privilege, honour and pleasure of working with Jim over 30 years ago at Manulife. He was one of the most honest, pleasant and honourable men I have known. He will be missed by everyone who knew him. - Posted by: Frank Goethals (business associate) on: Jan 11, 2014
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Dear Lucille and family: We are so sad to hear of Jim's passing, but comforted that he was so well loved in the last days. We will always think of the great times we all had years ago, sharing Marg's scotch, Jim's humour and so many great stories with each other. You two were the first "grown up" friends we were priveleged to make and we will always treasure that. Peace be with you all - hugs, Karen and Dean Zoppa - Posted by: Karen and Dean Zoppa (Family friends) on: Jan 11, 2014
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Anne and Paul & Family, We know the day will come, but death always leaves us with grief. While we never had the opportunity to meet Jim in person, we feel we had a good sense of the extraordinary man he was through our friendship with you. Please accept out heartfelt condolences and know that our thoughts are with you. Cindy & Marc - Posted by: Cindy Vine Streifler & Marc Streifler (Longtime friends of Anne & Paul Mahon) on: Jan 11, 2014
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It is with sadness that I learn of the passing of James Mahon. I had the privilege of knowing Mr. Mahon though his sons, Mike and Pat. They say that a man may be measured by the quality of his children. That being the case, he was a giant among men. My condolences to all of the Mahon family. - Posted by: Major Christopher J. Pybus, C.D. (High school friend and teammate of Michael Mahon) on: Jan 10, 2014