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NORMAN VICKAR With great respect for his life and sadness at our loss, the family of Norman Vickar, aged 98 years, announces his passing on October 17, 2015. He leaves behind Florence (nee Zeitlin), his wife of 68 years; his children, Larry and Tova Vickar, Reva and Allan Micflikier, Faye Vickar Lazer and Joel Lazer; his grandchildren, Sam and Lisa, Stephen and Marie, Daniel and Heather, Sara, Jacob and Alysha, Jilda and Cameron, Sara and Christopher, Lawrence and Szandra; his great-grandchildren, Mason and Vaughn, Max and Zev, Noa and Eli, Elliot, Lila and Simone; his brother and sister-in-law Harry and Eve Vickar; his sisters-in-law, Ann Vickar and Gnessie Vickar, as well as a large extended family. He was predeceased by his parents, Sam and Gertrude Vickar; and his brothers, Ed, Morris and Joe Vickar. Dad was born in 1917, in the farming community of Edenbridge, Saskatchewan. In 1947, he married Florence Zeitlin and our childhood years were spent in Gronlid and Melfort, Saskatchewan. Dad was an entrepreneur who settled into ownership of a car dealership with two of his brothers. He followed his father and others of his family in his outstanding involvement in community affairs. He was president of the Hebrew congregation, B'nai B'rith, Melfort Rotary Club, the Elks Lodge, and the Melfort Board of Trade. He served as town councillor, followed by seven years as Mayor of Melfort. Mom and Dad moved to Regina in 1976, where he served two terms as MLA for Melfort and District as the Minister of Industry and Commerce. In 1993, the Saskatchewan government recognized Dad's service by naming a government office building in Melfort The Norman Vickar Building . With their move to Winnipeg in 1983, Dad went from full-time employment in Saskatchewan to full-time volunteer in Manitoba. He shared a Meals on Wheels delivery route with two of his grandsons. He was active with the Winnipeg Jewish Community Council, President of the Jewish National Fund for Saskatchewan and Manitoba, on the board of the Jewish Heritage Centre and the Shaarey Zedek Synagogue, where his funeral was held on October 19. Dad was a man of integrity who was the glue in a very large family. He taught us so much. He showed us that respect must be earned. He was kind and thoughtful. He was a devoted Zionist, a committed Jew, but a man of the whole community. A remarkable role model for us all. Dad was happiest when surrounded by his children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. His back rubs are legend - mentioned by several grandchildren at his funeral. During his final days we were able to facilitate Dad's ability to vote in the Federal election. He had said, "I have to vote". On what was to be Dad's last evening, his request was simple: "Take care of Mom". We will do that with the help of an exemplary team of caregivers for whom we are very thankful. We are mindful of our good fortune to have had our Dad with us for so many good years. Grateful is an understatement. He taught all of us so much by his words and deeds. Donations are gratefully accepted either to the Jewish National Fund, 530 Kenaston Blvd., Winnipeg, MB R3N 1Z4 or to a fund in his memory at the Jewish Foundation of Manitoba, 123 Doncaster Street, Suite C400, Winnipeg, MB R3N 2B2.
Publish Date: Oct 24, 2015
NORMAN VICKAR With great respect for his life and sadness at our loss, the family of Norman Vickar, aged 98 years, announce his passing. Funeral service was held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, October 19, 2015 at Shaarey Zedek Synagogue, Wellington at Academy. Full obituary to follow.
Publish Date: Oct 20, 2015
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 24, 2015
Condolences & Memories (10 entries)
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My condolences to Florence and Norm's children, grandchildren and brother and all the family. We always enjoyed our visits with Norm and Florence when they wintered in Palm Springs and visited Chicago.Both my husband, Norm and Norm loved to tell stories, both loved their families loved life. My children, Jennifer, Rachel and Ross and I send our love. Sandy Berman - Posted by: Sandy Berman (Cousin - wife of Norman Berman daughter-in-law of Ada Vickar ) on: Nov 04, 2015
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What a great man , who lived a good life and left such wonderful memories.My sincerest condolences to you Florence and your family. He will be fondly remembered. - Posted by: Sylvia ( Sen ) Tomashewski (Friend of the family.What a great man ,who lived a good) on: Nov 01, 2015
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A life truly well lived. - Posted by: Hugh Burdon (Business) on: Oct 28, 2015
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I was very fortunate to have worked with and for Mr Vickar as his ministerial executive assistant during his tenure as Saskatchewan's Minister of Industry and Commerce. He was a great boss, and an effective cabinet minister. Norm and Florence were very kind to Norm's staff. I extend my condolences to Florence and to her family. The world was a better place because of Norm and Florence. - Posted by: Don Delhomeau (Employee, Friend) on: Oct 26, 2015
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I was very sorry to hear of dad's passing. My thoughts are with you all at this difficult time. - Posted by: Cathy Belanger () on: Oct 25, 2015
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Joel and Faye, our sincere condolences to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your loss. - Posted by: Len and Judy Funk (friends) on: Oct 24, 2015
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Larry, Tova and family, please except our deepest condolences on the loss of your father and grandfather. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time. God bless. Ken and Lorraine Turchen ... - Posted by: Ken and Lorraine Turchen (friends) on: Oct 21, 2015
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My sincere condolences to Florence, Larry, Faye, Reva and families on the passing of Norman. He was a gentleman and will be remembered fondly for the kindness extended to our family when we lived in Regina. - Posted by: Eileen Margulius Curtis (Friend) on: Oct 20, 2015
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I (Elaine) worked as a secretary in Norman's office when he was Minister of Industry and Commerce in Saskatchewan. I will never forget the years working for Norm or Mr.V as we called him. He was a kind, gentle and honorable man who treated all of us like family. Bernie was also very fond of Norman as he attended functions held at the Vickar home. Norm's love for his bride Florence was very apparent as he would always drop everything and hold her hand should she visit the office. Our condolences to Florence and the family on the loss of this great man. God bless you all! - Posted by: Bernie and Elaine Maksymiw (friends) on: Oct 20, 2015
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To express sympathy in the loss of your loved one and to let you know that many thoughts are with you and your family. In the love that surrounds you, may you find strength. In the memories you cherish, may you find peace. With caring thoughts Miro Cerqueti and pharmacy staff - Posted by: Miro Cerqueti () on: Oct 20, 2015