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ALBINO UGRIN Funeral Mass was Celebrated in St. Ignatius Roman Catholic Church, 255 Stafford Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba on Thursday, September 15, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Fr. Joe Newman, S.J., presiding. Wojcik's Funeral Chapels & Crematoriums, Winnipeg, 2157 Portage Avenue, 204.897.4665 www.wojciksfuneralchapel.com
Publish Date: Sep 17, 2016
ALBINO UGRIN It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Albino on Saturday, August 27, 2016 at the age of 85 years. Left to mourn Albino are his loving wife, Edith, of 57 years of marriage; sons, Edward (Cathie) and Brian (Sandy); daughter, Patricia (Scott) Smith; six grandchildren, Heidi (Paul) Ouellette, Bryan (Meghan), Teo and Elio Ugrin, Thomas and Kasey Smith; great-grandson Henry Ouellette; as well as his sister-in-law Ines of Muggia, Italy; and many nieces, nephews and cousins in Italy and Slovenia. He was predeceased by his parents; his five brothers; five sisters, and grandson Lucas Ugrin. On April 1, 1931 Albino was born in San Querico di Pinguente, Italy, now Socerga, Slovenia. He was the youngest of 11 children born to Josef and Ana (nee Palcic) Ugrin. On July 11, 1954, Albino left Trieste, Italy and arrived in Canada on July 22. He met Edith in January 1957 while attending a dance and they were married in July 1959. While learning English, he worked at various jobs and at Canada Iron from 1958 to 1962. Albino attended trade school and became a Journeyman Bricklayer until 1967 at which time he changed jobs and worked as a custodian at Tuxedo Shaftesbury High School until retirement in 1991. Albino loved and enjoyed life. His children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren were his passion, only ahead of his keen interest in politics and world affairs. He cooked and danced very well and enjoyed both tremendously. Albino and Edith also travelled, sharing several journeys to various points in Europe and North America. He will always be remembered by his family and friends as a kind and gentle person. Albino lived a very full and long life. Funeral Mass will be Celebrated in St. Ignatius Roman Catholic Church, 255 Stafford Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba on Thursday, September 15, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Fr. Joe Newman, S.J. presiding. The family wishes to thank Dr. K. Burkett and his team at St. Boniface Hospital for the care provided to Albino. In lieu of flowers, please send a donation to St. Boniface Hospital Research Foundation, C1026-409 Taché Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R2H 2A6, or a charity of your choice. Wojcik's Funeral Chapels & Crematoriums, Winnipeg, 2157 Portage Avenue, 204.897.4665 www.wojciksfuneralchapel.com
Publish Date: Sep 3, 2016
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Sep 17, 2016
Condolences & Memories (4 entries)
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To: Ed, Cathy & Brian So sorry about your Dad's passing. Although I met him only briefly at a gathering, he must have been an awesome man who ventured to a new country to make a new life for his family. I'm sure that you'll miss him. Sincerest condolences to the entire family. - Posted by: Cora Loewen (Friend) on: Sep 15, 2016
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It is with great sadness hearing of Mr. Ugrin's sudden passing. Albino was a very kind and understanding man with a gentle soul - I spent many a day of my adolescence at the Ugrin household - being very close friends with Brian and also Edward. I cherish the memories of many good times visiting with the Ugrin's and of course Mr. Ugrin - listening to his stories of his youth in Europe. He was such a sweet man. My sincerest and deepest sympathies to Mrs. Ugrin and the entire family in these difficult times. Brian - Posted by: Brian Moroz (Friend of the Family) on: Sep 07, 2016
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In the summer of 1956, a couple of months before my 16th birthday, I worked as a labourer at Winnipeg Hydro's Pointe du Bois site. Among my workmates were three 20-something Italian immigrants: Albino, Domenico, and Victor. Fortunately for me, they immediately took it upon themselves to ensure that I didn't kill myself or anyone else. Together, we performed myriad backbreaking tasks. Probably, the most notable among them were the removal of a massive accumulation of driftwood from the generating station's trash-racks and the piece-by-piece disassembly and relocation of a large carpenters' shop from the Slave Falls site to Pointe du Bois. Through that long, arduous summer, the three young Italians' advice saved me from slipped discs, hernias, skinned knuckles, and all of the other "stuff" that can plague novice labourers (especially ones too young to be covered by Workers' Compensation). Also lightening the load were Albino's narrations of life in post-war Trieste, and his occasionally irreverent sense of humour. I could not have asked for a better introduction to the world of work! - Posted by: Keith Bricknell (Workmate) on: Sep 03, 2016
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So sorry to learn of Al's passing. I'll truly miss seeing him in the neighborhood and about his yard with Edith. I really enjoyed knowing Al these past many decades and enjoyed our friendly and entertaining visits in more recent years. Al will be missed and remembered by many. - Posted by: Dave Carnochan (Long Term Neighbor) on: Sep 03, 2016
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