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GEORGE HOPMAN
Born: Jan 24, 1944
Date of Passing: Feb 02, 2017
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryGEORGE HOPMAN (BIG GEORGE) George Hopman of Winnipeg passed away peacefully, with his family by his side, on February 2, 2017, at the age of 73, at the Health Sciences Centre, after a brief illness. George was born in Winnipeg on January 24, 1944. He devoted his life to his loving wife and soul mate, Carol, of 51 years, and to being an amazing father and role model to his two sons Rick and Beau. He adored his four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. George was predeceased by his parents Dirk and Mabel Hopman, his brother Donald and sister Trudy. He is survived by his loving wife Carol (nee Chaboyer), his two sons: Rick (Penny), and Beau (Shauna), grandchildren: Jeremy (Kelsey), Amy, Ashley (Andy), and Joseph (Alyssa), great-granddaughters: Ella and Emily, brother John, sisters Carol and Dorothy, many nieces, nephews, and many close friends. A celebration of George's life will be held on Saturday, February 11, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. in the Coutu Funeral Chapel, 680 Archibald Street. In lieu of flowers, if friends so desire, donations in memory of George may be made to the Centre for Prions and Protein Folding Diseases, 204 Brain and Aging Research Building, 8710-112 St., University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB T6G 2M8. Please add Centre for Prions Activities Speed code 27659 or by phone 1-780-248-1873. Donations are also welcome to www.alzheimer.ca/en, please note "for CJD research" when donating. E.J. COUTU & CO. FUNERAL DIRECTORS 680 Archibald Street 204-253-5086
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 09, 2017
Condolences & Memories (9 entries)
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Carol & Family Gail & I want to give you our heartfelt sympathies on George's passing. We have been out of the country and were unable to attend George's service. Big George will be missed by a great many and his time with us will be something that we treasure. Laurie Foster - Posted by: Laurie & Gail Foster (Friend) on: Mar 02, 2017
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My deepest condolences to my Auntie Carol and cousins Rick and Beau. I have many fond memories of my wonderful Uncle George. May you all cherish the many wonderful memories you have of him as well. I wish distance hadn't kept me away from you all today, however I was there in spirit. - Posted by: Laura Richards (Niece) on: Feb 12, 2017
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I knew George in my role as a Marshall at the Mars Sandhills Golf Course. George was a very good golfer, but more importantly he was very respectful and considerate to all of his fellow golfers as well as to the staff at Mars Sandhills. Sunday mornings just won't be the same without Big George. - Posted by: Ron Gensorek () on: Feb 10, 2017
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So sorry for your loss, Carol. Condolences to you and the rest of your family. - Posted by: Gerald & Jan (From) Dirksen (Carol's first cousin once removed) on: Feb 10, 2017
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To Carol,Rick and Beau. I would like to let you know the passing of George will leave a very empty place in my heart. Although over the past years we have not been together often the times we have had and the conversations we had always brought back many memories of our past. We first met in junior high at Andrew Minarski than on to Tec Voc High. We were friends when George and Carol started dating both with 58 Chevys. Our time when we would ride horses together George on Champion me on Navaho. Times in British Columbia with my horses Pride and Dusty.Than you moved back to Manitoba and there was only phone calls but I always felt close to Him like time stood still between us. Good-bye for now good buddy. We will see you in heaven. Your friend forever Barry Mayo - Posted by: Barry Mayo (Long Time Friend) on: Feb 09, 2017
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I have many fond memories of George who always teased me about our height difference, and was truly one of God's great gentle giants. Saddened to hear of his passing, and sincere condolences to the family on their loss. - Posted by: Barbara Steel (cousin-in-law) on: Feb 09, 2017
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Dear George , you will be missed by many of your "morning friends" that other family... Bob and I are truly sorry not to be able to be present on February 11, but dear Carol and family, we are certainly there in spirit and love. Bob and George had many good chats that Bob will keep close to his heart. God Bless - Posted by: JoAnne/Bob Lowenberger (Friend ) on: Feb 09, 2017
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My condolences go out to Auntie Carol and the whole family. May you all find peace and even some laughter in the re-telling of favourite family stories. - Posted by: Christine Chaboyer (Niece from Carol's side) on: Feb 09, 2017
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We wish to send heartfelt condolences to the family and friends at this time of sorrow - Posted by: The Hill family () on: Feb 09, 2017