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ANDREW RITCHIE LODGE
Born: Oct 30, 1924
Date of Passing: Jun 09, 2015
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryANDREW RITCHIE LODGE It is with great sorrow that the family announces the passing of Andrew Ritchie Lodge on June 9, 2015, at the age of 90, at Deer Lodge Centre. He will be sadly missed by his loving wife Margaret, daughters Judy Comfort (Dave) of Terrace, BC, Cathy Lethbridge (Dave) of Stonewall, MB, and Peggy Peters (Steve) of Winnipeg, MB, son Andy (Donna) of Brampton, ON, along with 11 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his brother Ted (Shirley) of Hamilton, ON and sister Barbara Cox (Decker) of Hagersville, ON. Andy was born in Hamilton, ON on October 30, 1924, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. Horace Lodge. He attended Robert Land Public School and High School of Commerce. He served in the Navy aboard the destroyer H.M.C.S. "Kootenay" in the Second World War. Andy was wed to Margaret W. McCurlie in Hamilton in May of 1948. He was employed from 1940 to 1942 with Office Specialty Manufacturing Co. and from 1947 with the Federal Government in Hamilton, Vancouver, London and Winnipeg until his retirement in 1978. In retirement he worked for a few years at Kildonan Golf Course and then enjoyed 27 winters in Mesa, AZ. Andy's personal life centered around his family. He also enjoyed playing golf, shuffleboard, lawn bowling and banjo. He attended Sturgeon Creek United Church and was involved in volunteer work, which included Winnipeg Harvest and church food banks. The family would like to express their sincere appreciation to the staff of Lodge 7, Deer Lodge Centre for the genuine care, love and compassion shown to Dad. Cremation has taken place. In accordance with Andy's wishes there will be a private family celebration of his life. In lieu of flowers, donations are gratefully appreciated, in Andy's memory, to Deer Lodge Centre, The Alzheimer Society or a charity of your choice.
Publish Date: Jun 13, 2015
ANDREW RITCHIE LODGE October 30, 1924 - June 9, 2015 It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Andrew Lodge on June 9, 2015 at Deer Lodge Centre. Full obituary to follow in Saturday's paper. Flowers gratefully declined.
Publish Date: Jun 10, 2015
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jun 13, 2015
Condolences & Memories (4 entries)
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I was very saddened to learn of Andy's passing. He was a true gentleman and I will always remember the years we worked together and the time he spent trying to teach me how to golf! My sincere condolences to Marg and family. He will be greatly missed. - Posted by: Linda Dueck (Former Co-worker) on: Jul 11, 2015
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Andy is one of the nicest persons I knew. It was a great honour to be one of his nurses. I am in shocked to hear of his passing. I missed his "beautiful" compliments everyday ever since he moved to lodge 7 but once in awhile I would run into him and he'd remember me. I will miss him terribly. He surely touched my life and will forever hold a special place in my heart. My sincere condolences to his beautiful family. - Posted by: Mary Jane () on: Jun 15, 2015
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Pop was a man of courage and integrity. He loved his family very much. I am so thankful not only that I got to know him, but also that I get to call him "Pop". I love my Pop. - Posted by: Denise (Granddaughter ) on: Jun 15, 2015
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If you looked up the word "gentleman" in the dictionary, there you would find a picture of Andy Lodge! A longtime family friend and our father's last living, longtime friend, we were blessed in having the Lodge's be a part of our life. We were saddened to hear of Andy's death but are grateful for the memories he has bestowed upon our family. Our condolences to Marg, Judy, Peg, Cathy, Andrew, and families. We will celebrate a man that deserves to be honoured. Much love, Louise and the O'Neill Family - Posted by: Louise O'Neill (Longtime friend of the Lodge Family) on: Jun 10, 2015