MORLEY SHUCKETT

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MORLEY SHUCKETT Dr. Morley Shuckett died peacefully on February 25, 2014 at St. Boniface Hospital at age 90. He is survived by his devoted and loving wife of 63 years, Sally (nee Schultz) ; son Bruce (Judy) and daughter Rhonda (Doug); grandsons, Brandon, Joshua, Mitchell, Jacob, and Matthew, sister Fritzie Telpner; sister-in-law Bert Shuckett. He will be lovingly remembered and held in high esteem by Sally's surviving family members Ruth Shenback, Alice Halprin, Laurane Schultz and by his many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by parents, Jacob and Rachel Shuckett, brothers Ben, Nathan and Dave, sisters Goldie Genser and Esther Lecker. Morley was born November 13, 1923, the youngest of seven in an active, loving family. His father, Jacob established a thriving business, Winnipeg Lumber and Fuel and helped to establish the Rosh Pina Synagogue and The Sharon Home. Morley was "the baby of the family", which may have explained his perpetually youthful outlook. He was raised at 125 Machray Avenue in Winnipeg's North End, in a bustling Jewish family neighbourhood, aspiring to the Canadian dream. The neighbourhood was filled with children and Morley established boyhood friendships that he maintained and valued his entire life. Athletic, he played football for St. John's Tech High School. He was an enthusiastic hockey player from childhood well into his 70s. The Second World War interrupted his university studies. He volunteered and served with the Royal Canadian Navy in the North Sea, based in Scotland. After his military service, he attended the Faculty of Dentistry at the University of Toronto. Upon graduation, he returned to his beloved Winnipeg. Morley practiced Dentistry in his office at Salter and Matheson for 50 years. He enjoyed and thrived in his chosen profession, enjoying helping his patients. He attended dental emergencies readily any time a patient called. He was a member of the Alpha Omega dental fraternity and continuously upgraded his skills throughout his long career. Enjoyable summers were spent at Clear Lake when his children were growing up, always at the same unit at Johnson's Cabins. Later, Morley and Sally travelled extensively throughout Europe. A highlight was their trip to the Soviet Union for the 1972 Summit Hockey Series. London, England was his favourite destination. He liked to quote Samuel Johnson, "When a man is tired of London, he is tired of life". He had a penchant for Shetland Sheepdogs and always had a "Sheltie" by his side from 1954 to 1991 and especially cherished his last Sheltie, Laird. After retirement, winters were spend in Palm Springs where he delighted in long mountain hikes with Sally. He also arranged and played in tennis tournaments with his friends and neighbours in Palm Springs. He was a member of the Glendale Country Club, eschewing golf for tennis which he played with his characteristic enthusiasm. Always in superb physical condition, the onset of a progressive debilitating neurological condition began in his early 80s, slowly, inexorably preventing him from engaging in the vigorous activities he loved so much. He accepted his deteriorating condition with dignity and grace, always grateful to his doctors and caregivers, never once complaining. He died peacefully with his beloved Sally, family and caregivers by his side. His greatest love was for Sally, their children and five grandsons. He took great pride in his children's accomplishments in medicine, as he had always instilled in them the importance of serving society in a meaningful way. He will live on in our hearts and memories, remembered for his positive outlook, youthful enthusiasm, integrity, his friendship and generosity. With gratitude to caregivers, particularly his long term caregiver Olivia, as well as Jun, Ruth, Racquel, Iris, Doreen, Sheila, and Ronnie. With gratitude for the medical care of Dr. Van Jaarsveldt, Dr. Drobot and staff at St. Boniface Hospital and Dr. Borys at the Neurology Movement Disorder Clinic. Funeral services at Shaarey Zedek Synagogue on Friday, February 28 at 11:00 a.m. officiated by Rabbi Alan Green. Interment at Shaarey Zedek Cemetery. Pallbearers Brian Lecker, Robert Lecker, Jordan Farber, Myron Schultz, Victor Schultz and Hart Pollack. Honorary Pallbearers Richard Leipsic, Stephen Raber, John Farber. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Sally and Morley Shuckett Fund at The Jewish Foundation of Manitoba, or the charity of your choice. "Say not in grief he is no more, but live in thankfulness that he was". - Hebrew proverb
Publish Date: Mar 3, 2014

DR. MORLEY SHUCKETT, DDS With much sadness we announce the passing of Morley Shuckett, husband of Sally, on Tuesday, February 25, 2014 at St. Boniface Hospital. Funeral will take place at Shaarey Zedek Synagogue on Friday, February 28 at 11:00 a.m. A longer obituary to follow.
Publish Date: Feb 28, 2014

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Mar 03, 2014