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SYDNEY KIRWAN After a lengthy illness, Calvin Sydney Alexander Kirwan, aged 81, passed away in the early hours of September 11, 2014, at Deer Lodge Centre. Sydney was born on the island of Antigua in the West Indies. He was predeceased by his mother, Rachel, father, Ashley, and sister, Consuelo. Sydney is survived by his loving wife, Sharon, and his three daughters, Dawne (Ron), Simone (Brad), and Sheryl. He is also survived by his aunt, Clothilda, brothers, Kingsford (Agnes), Novelle (Marguerite), and Hilson (Petronella), and sister, Elaine. He is fondly remembered by his nieces and nephews: Crystal, Courtenay, Nigel, Michelle, André, Theophane, Debbie, Lorraine, Andrew, Gary, Tracy, Kamisha, Carl, Dawn, Laurie, Althea, Traceylyn, Louvincia, Shevaughn, Sonnel, and Hillary, as well as many other family members and friends too numerous to name. Sydney attended the Imperial College of Tropical Agriculture in Trinidad, worked in St. Kitts, and then immigrated to Canada in 1956, where he completed a BSc at UBC. He moved to Winnipeg where he worked for Federal Fisheries while pursuing an MSc at the University of Manitoba. Sydney and Sharon were married at St. Margaret's Anglican Church, Winnipeg in 1972. They moved to Yellowknife in 1973 and he worked for the Government of the Northwest Territories in the Department of Economic Development and Tourism. In 1976, Sydney was seconded by the Canadian International Development Agency to Barbados. The family returned to Yellowknife in 1979 and Sydney worked there until 1990. He spent the last three years of his career working in Winnipeg at Federal Fisheries. Sydney was involved with many volunteer organizations throughout his life including: the Afro-Caribbean Association of Manitoba, where he taught dance to the youth; the Caribbean-Canadian Association of Winnipeg, where he volunteered at the pavilion during Folklorama and worked at weekly bingos throughout the year; and the Horace Patterson Foundation, where he served as treasurer for many years. Sydney was also a faithful and dedicated member of the Anglican Church, both in Yellowknife at Holy Trinity and in Winnipeg at St. Margaret's, where he served as a member of vestry, envelope secretary, teller, and greeter. The family is very grateful for the care Sydney received throughout his illness by Dr. Brian Sharkey, Homecare, Palliative Care, by two angels in particular, Christine and Millie, and for the spiritual care provided by Doctors Rod Clifton, Eric Parsons, and Dorothy Young. We also would like to thank the Deer Lodge Centre 6th floor staff for tending to Sydney during his final weeks. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Horace Patterson Foundation (http://horacepatterson.ca). Sydney's funeral will take place on Friday, September 19, 2014 at 7:00 p.m. at St. Margaret's Anglican Church (on the corner of Westminster and Ethelbert).
Publish Date: Sep 17, 2014
SYDNEY KIRWAN After a lengthy illness, Calvin Sydney Alexander Kirwan of Winnipeg, MB passed away at Deer Lodge Centre in the early hours of September 11, 2014, at the age of 81. A full obituary will follow in the coming days.
Publish Date: Sep 13, 2014
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Sep 17, 2014
Condolences & Memories (12 entries)
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Our deepest sympathy to the entire family. Always remember, God is in control. - Posted by: Kent & Marva Ferguson (Friends) on: Sep 19, 2014
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Sharon - my thoughts and prayers are with you and the girls. Keep your memories close at heart. Take care. - Posted by: Brenda Roos (Friend) on: Sep 19, 2014
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I will Cherish The Fond Memories Of The Times He would Come Home to Visit On Vacation. That ever So Bright Smile, the Soft Spoken Voice & the Cautious Way of thinking. You will Be Missed, as you Are now in a Better Place No More Pain. You will Remain In Our Hearts As I will Always speak of him, tell of the little stories Of the Memories to my Children...... RIP Uncle Syd - Posted by: Tracelyn Kirwan (Niece) on: Sep 18, 2014
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We have very fond memories of Syd and his sense of humour. Our condolences to Sharon, Simmone and Sheryl. You are in our thoughts and prayers. - Posted by: Sandra and RObin Sukhan (Friend) on: Sep 18, 2014
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Sharon, Simone, and Sheryl: I will be praying with you in spirit on Friday. Hugs. - Posted by: Dorothy (Family Friend) on: Sep 18, 2014
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Deepest condolences to the Kirwan family. - Posted by: Donald and Lucinda Gordon (Friend) on: Sep 17, 2014
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My condolences to Mrs. Kirwan, Simone & Sheryl. Take comfort in knowing that he is in a better place. - Posted by: Bessie and Christine (Friends) on: Sep 17, 2014
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Deepest condolences to Sharon, Simone and Cheryl and other members of the Kirwan family. - Posted by: Vernon & Kamrum Blake (Friend) on: Sep 16, 2014
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Sharon, our deepest sympathy to you and the family. - Posted by: Haniph and Pona Mohammed (Friends) on: Sep 14, 2014
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Very sorry to hear - we have very fond memories. XO to the whole family. - Posted by: David Wieler and Charlene Pauls (friend) on: Sep 14, 2014
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On behalf of the Horace Patterson Foundation Inc. I offer my sincere sympathy to the Kirwan's family on the loss of their beloved Sydney affectionately known as "Syd" Our prayers are with you all. - Posted by: Lois Patterson (Friend) on: Sep 14, 2014
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I enjoyed spending time with Sid and making him laugh while I was giving him care. - Posted by: Christine (Former hca) on: Sep 13, 2014