RAYMOND DOUGLAS BURWASH

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RAYMOND DOUGLAS BURWASH (RAY) We are sad to announce the passing of Ray Burwash suddenly on February 14, 2014. Ray left us at the age of 93. He leaves to mourn the love of his life for 57 years, his wife Madge along with his brother and niece Ken and Karen Burwash. Also many nieces and nephews, Bill and Ruth Todd, Brett, Bart and Tony Todd and their families, Ron and Katie Willett, Danny and Gary Chapman and their families, Share Shandal of Edmonton and Beverly Chapman of Toronto, along with others. In 1938 Ray joined the Royal Canadian Navy and a year later the Second World War broke out. He served on seven various ships during the conflict. He was discharged at the end of the war with the rank of Petty Officer. After returning to Winnipeg, Ray began a successful career in both Real Estate and Appraising. Ray then went in a new direction in the Trust business and became a manager of First City Trust, then regional manager of Fidelity Trust. In 1982 Ray commenced with his retirement years which were many and full. Madge and Ray had great trips together including Hawaii, Europe, Florida, and Palm Springs. In their later years they had some wonderful cruises to places like the Caribbean and the Mexican Riviera. Both Madge and Ray were longtime members of the Reh Fit Centre and enjoyed the many new friends made while attending. Ray will be missed by all who knew him, especially his "sweetie girl" Madge. A Visitation will be held on Monday, February 24 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home, 4000 Portage Ave. Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, February 25 at 2:00 p.m. at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home. Interment to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. For those who wish to sign the online Guest Book please visit our website. Chapel Lawn www.chapellawn.ca 204-885-9715

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 21, 2014