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GRANT VALDEMAR JAMES EINARSON
Born: Jul 20, 1946
Date of Passing: Jul 02, 2015
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryGRANT VALDEMAR JAMES EINARSON On Thursday, July 2, 2015 Grant Einarson died at Riverview Health Centre in Winnipeg, Manitoba, at the age of 68 years. Grant is survived by his daughter, Jillian (Donovan Smith); former wife Barbara Einarson; sister Barbara Starr; as well as his brother, Douglas Einarson. He will also be missed by several nieces and nephews. On July 20, 1946, Grant was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba. After completing high school at Windsor Park Collegiate, he graduated with a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Winnipeg and then attended Law School at the University of Manitoba, graduating in 1971. For many years he enjoyed practising law in a family law firm. Grant's haven and solace for a number of years was his cottage at Lake of the Woods. There he enjoyed several hobbies, such as boating, fishing, swimming and golfing. Grant, accompanied by his beloved poodles, spent many hours taking his daughter and her friends tubing, knee boarding and water skiing. Grant also took pleasure in travelling with his family and friends, particularly enjoying visiting his sister in California. A Celebration of Grant's Life will be held on Wednesday, July 8, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. in the First Lutheran Church, 580 Victor Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba, with Pastor Don Engel, presider. The family wishes to give a special thank you to his friends at the Boulton, especially Daphne Davidson for her love and support. They also wish to thank the staff at Riverview Health Centre, Palliative Care. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Grant's memory to Riverview Health Centre Foundation, 1 Morley Avenue, Winnipeg, MB, R3L 2P4. Wojcik's Funeral Chapel, 2157 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB in care of arrangements 204.897.4665. For those who wish to sign Wojcik's online Guest Book please visit our website at www.wojciksfuneralchapel.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 04, 2015
Condolences & Memories (4 entries)
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I first made contact with Grant in his capacity as a Lawyer for the company I worked for. He was personable and ebullient and impossible not to like. It was always an enjoyable visit to his office and often we would go for coffee and occasionally had lunch together. Through my contact he became a friend to my family. I visited him in hospital after his stroke and it was painful to see the ravages wrought in his physical appearance. But I was cheered by his positive attitude and his desire to rehabilitate. I moved away a few years ago but through my family would see him again on visits back to Winnipeg. I have many happy memories of Grant and am greatly saddened by his death. I now live in England and age and distance prevents me from attending the funeral but memories remain and will be cherished Rex. - Posted by: Rex Tarrant (Friend and business association.) on: Jul 07, 2015
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Grant and I spent many hours fishing and partying together at the lake. He was a good neighbour and friend. Our condolences to Jillian and family. Bill and Margaret Elyk - Posted by: Bill Elyk (Friend) on: Jul 06, 2015
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It was always a pleasure to meet with Grant in his capacity as our lawyer as well as visiting with him at social gatherings. We will miss him. George and Barbara Moody - Posted by: George D. Moody (friend) on: Jul 06, 2015
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I enjoyed my time with Grant later in his life, and often felt like I was spending time with my own dad when we were together. His strong will and sense of humour often made me laugh, especially his colourful commentary that always added to whatever I was reading him aloud. Love to Barbara and Jill, thinking of you and wishing I was there for you now, and cheers to Grant from Iceland today, may he finally rest in peace. - Posted by: Carrie (Family friend ) on: Jul 05, 2015
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