ROD CHIPPING

Condolences & Memories (15 entries)

• So sad to hear of Rod's passing and remember Rod from our group of friends as younger guys. He was a great guy and Rod's wife, Diane and his family have my condolences and best wishes. - Posted by: Allister Davidson (Teenage friend ) on: Feb 07, 2016

• Although I never met Rod, I am moved by the comments expressed by others. My father was Rod's uncle. Our families had lost touch when I was just a child so I don't have any memory of Rod. I am very sorry for not having the opportunity to get to know him and his family, he sounds like a wonderful man. My sincere condolences for your loss. You are in my thoughts. - Posted by: Christie Davies (Van Berkel) (cousin) on: Oct 04, 2015

• As i heard the news i was in such denial....a man that taught me soo much and was soo healthy...as i was one who seen him, on several occasions; had just jogged to the school!! Pass away way too soon! My heart sunk in immediate saddeness...he was a favourite Instructor for sure, always on my mind ... and his endless stories of the "shit rats" will make me smile for years! Miss ya Chipping, see ya on the other side! - Posted by: Chantel Loveday (student (class of mainly 12-37)) on: Sep 18, 2015

• I first met Rod in Northwest Law Enforcement Academy and he was such a great teacher! He was always great to listen too, and had so many stories that he shared with our class (Class 39). I will miss Rod and I wish the best to his friends and family. - Zach - Posted by: Zachery Mckie (Student) on: Sep 17, 2015

• We were at a loss for words when we heard of Rod's passing. At his Celebration of Life we learned that through the course of the past 40 years we had also shared our lives with many of his friends. Rod was truly a good friend and the best neighbour anyone could ask for. He was always willing to lend a hand, offer advice, and share his opinions. We enjoyed every conversation and every laugh we had with him. Rod will never be forgotten. Our sincere condolences to Diane, Derek, Kelly, and family. Beautiful memories will keep him close and give us strength . - Posted by: The Radtke Family () on: Sep 16, 2015

• So sorry to hear about Rod's passing. Our condolences to his family. - Posted by: Richard & Ghislaine Lambert (Cottage neighbour) on: Sep 16, 2015

• Rod was a great partner and an even better friend. We shared many memories and had many good laughs about life's experiences. I will miss his company and offer my heartfelt condolences to his family. His road to heaven is definitely paved. - Posted by: Tom Higham (Friend) on: Sep 14, 2015

• Sending love and prayers to Diane, Derek, Kelly and the rest of the family. I will always remember Rod fondly and have wonderful memories of many times spent with you all! He leaves behind a wonderful family and I know you will all be a great source of comfort and support to one another. - Posted by: Elisa Couthren (Family Friend) on: Sep 14, 2015

• So very sorry to hear of Rod's passing. Know that we are thinking of the entire family during this difficult time. Sadness is something we experience when someone we care about passes. So through all the comments and people offering their condolences, you know that Rod was cared about by many. Remember that through all the memories people share and the memories the family have, Rod will always be with us. So very sorry for your loss. - Posted by: Sabrina Taylor (Cottage neighbour) on: Sep 12, 2015

• I met Rod in the Police Service many years ago and found him to be an excellent example to the Winnipeg Police Service(Dept.) On behalf of My Wife Dianne and myself I wish God's comfort and blessing now in the months to come. Cliff - Posted by: Clifford Hardy (Colleague) on: Sep 12, 2015

• Rod was a Ford nut and often visited me when I worked in sales at Stadium Ford. Diane was always with him. Very nice memories of a very nice person. - Posted by: Marvin Fetch (friend) on: Sep 12, 2015

• I first met Rod on the job. (WPS) and (WAS) were always together? Rod stood tall on the street. He did the job right. We met again on the ice. Rod loved his hockey and added alot to our team. (The Fighting 13th). We miss you already. The family may call on any of us for help at any time. It was our honor to know him. God Speed and God Bless... Jim and Brenda-Lee Olson. - Posted by: Jim and Brenda-Lee Olson () on: Sep 11, 2015

• I first got to know Rod many years ago while both members of the Winnipeg Police Service. We were both members of the traffic division at that time. Rod had a tremendous sense of humour but could also perform an admirable job when it came to his duties. Rod was one heck of a mechanic and I often remember him fixing my wife's Mustang as he was a Ford mechanic prior to joining the Service. It was a pleasure to have known and worked with you Rod over the many years. May you rest in Peace and my most sincere condolences to your Family. - Posted by: Rick Elgar (Co-Worker) on: Sep 11, 2015

• WORDS CANNOT EXPRESS THE HEARTBREAK I AM FEELING. WE MAY NOT HAVE AGREED ON THINGS AT TIMES OR SEEN EYE TO EYE BUT NONE OF THAT MATTERS ANYMORE- IT WAS DEVASTATING TO HEAR THE NEWS AND KNOW WE NEVER GOT TO SAY I LOVE YOU AGAIN BUT FROM THE DEPTHS OF MY SOUL I DO! REST IN PEACE ROD. I DO HAVE SOME PRECIOUS MEMORIES FROM WHEN WE WERE LITTLE AND THEY WILL NEVER PASS FROM MY HEART.I HAVE ALWAYS CHERISHED THEM. I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER THE CLOWN SHOW I DID FOR YOU with UNCLE JACK'S BED AS THE STAGE - AND YOU USED TO LAUGH SO HARD !! CONDOLENCES TO ALL OF YOUR LOVED ONES. I WILL BE THERE IN SPIRIT ON THE 14TH. UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN -YOUR SISTER MARCIA- PEACE AND LOVE MY BROTHER. - Posted by: MARCY (SISTER) on: Sep 11, 2015

• We are still in a state of shock when we learned of his passing. He was a man full of energy, very fit and always on the go. As his neighbor, we always see him riding his bike, jogging and at times taking his gym bag to workout. Rod was a very good neighbor/friend to us. He helped us in so many ways. When we are looking for a car for our son back in 2007, we test drove a standard car and got stuck in the backstreet. He was the one who helped us to start the car. When our snow blower didn’t work in a -40 degree temperature, he taught us a trick. When our turbine was almost blown away by the strong wind, he helped us in putting up another one. In winter time, when the snow starts to fall we were surprised to see he already cleaned up the back lane including our own. There was a time when we had a terrible snow storm and we needed to go out. As soon as we pulled out of our garage, we got stuck and it was Rod who helped us in clearing the snow and we were able to leave. Few weeks ago, he came over and told us that there were free firewood from a street and he drove his truck with my husband to pick up the firewood for our own use. When we were about to leave to go to Lockport for dinner, he warned us of the severe thunderstorm warming and possible hail as he read it to us from the Weather Network website. We had a good chat with him when we invited him for a bbq party and was so proud to show us his grandchildren’s videos and photos. These are just a few examples of the many good things he did to us. You will truly be missed by our family Rod. Our deep and sincere condolences to your loving wife Diane, and the family. We will always include you in our prayers. So long our dear friend/neighbor. May your soul rest in peace.. - Posted by: Bobby and Lhai Kasala (Neighbor/Friend) on: Sep 11, 2015