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RICHARD WILLIAM MCCROSSIN
Born: Apr 11, 1936
Date of Passing: Aug 26, 2017
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryRICHARD WILLIAM (BILL) MCCROSSIN April 11, 1936 - August 26, 2017 With deep sadness and heavy hearts we announce the passing of Richard William "Bill" McCrossin, 81, on Saturday, August 26, 2017, at Riverview Health Centre. He is survived by his wife, Carol; children, Maureen, Paul and Shannon (Gerald); grandchildren, Damien McCrossin, Emma and Ryan Teranishi. He also leaves a sister, Nancy Shea (Jim), and a brother, Jim McCrossin, as well as many nieces and nephews; including his very special niece, Susan McCrossin. Predeceased by parents, William and Marie McCrossin; infant children, Colleen and Sean McCrossin; brothers, Bob and Jack McCrossin; and sister Lillian Schofield. Bill was born in St. John, New Brunswick, April 11, 1936. He graduated from St. Vincent's in St. John and obtained employment with the Federal Government of Canada, Department of Solicitor General. He served 30 years, happily retiring in 1988. Over the next 29 years, Bill and Carol split their time between winters in Mazatlan, Mexico and summers in Winnipeg and the beautiful Spruce Sands north of Gimli. Bill loved being outdoors. Whether it was working in the yard or having a nap on the terrace. He was an avid tennis player. He also enjoyed camping, fishing and spending time with family and friends. Bill will be remembered always as a happy and humble man with a wonderful sense of humour. He was known for his quick wit and practical jokes, yet also had wise and thoughtful advice to offer. We will miss him dearly. We loved him so much. The family is so grateful for the love and support of our good friends near and far and we greatly appreciate your many thoughtful kindnesses. We would like to extend our warm appreciation and sincere thanks to the staff of St. Boniface Hospital E6 and E4, as well as the staff at Riverview Health Centre, Palliative Care ward who made his last days peaceful and comfortable. A celebration of his life will be held at 1:00 p.m., Friday, September 1, 2017 at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, 4588 Roblin Boulevard, Winnipeg, MB. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church or a charity of your choice.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Aug 29, 2017
Condolences & Memories (7 entries)
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Dear Carol & family - so sorry to hear of Bill's passing - had many good times together. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. - Posted by: Helen Waugh (Friend) on: Sep 06, 2017
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Our sincerest condolences Carol and family. Although we only met Bill a few times we always enjoyed his company. You both were great friends to Mom and Dad so we heard many great stories. - Posted by: Ted and Penny Leptick (Friend) on: Sep 05, 2017
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Carol and family. Bill was a great comrad, dedicated, funny and a great friend. We are so sorry to hear of his passing. Our condolences to you Carol and family. Bill will be missed by many people. Take care. - Posted by: John & Shirley Warnke () on: Sep 03, 2017
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Words are hard to find and of little comfort at this sad time and we wish there was some helpful way to express our deepest sympathy. Our family is so grateful to have Bill & his family in our lives. On our walks in Mazatlan we witnessed local people hug Bill as a greeting and we knew why! Please know that his generosity and spirit will always be with us. our love Marty, Pat, Keri, Colin, Kim and families - Posted by: martin and pat kerelchuk and family (friends) on: Aug 31, 2017
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Dear Carol and Family: We are so very sorry to learn of Bill's passing. We have many fond memories of his great sense of humor, the crazy stories of life experiences he could tell so well and our many dinners and good times we shared years ago. Please know our thoughts are with you all at this sad time. Sincerely: Fred & Laura - Posted by: Fred & Laura Ross (Friends) on: Aug 31, 2017
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Carol, I am so sorry for your loss. Bill was your rock & wonderful husband. Everyone respected Bill and enjoyed his stories, reminiscing and cute jokes. Having partaken of his cuisine, I dubbed Jim the best pickerel fish fillet cooker in Manitoba -- west of the PreCambrian shield! Sent from the heart, look after yourself and accept invitations as proffered. Stay busy. Thinking of you. - Posted by: Lyla Mobberley (Acquaintance) on: Aug 29, 2017
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We send our sincere and deepest condolences. It has been our pleasure and honor to have spent the last six+ years as Bill and Carol neighbors at Spruce Sand Resort. We have many fond memories that we will cherish dearly in spending time with Bill. In a bittersweet moment another Angel has found his wings and has set off on flight safe into the arms of God and to those gone before them; waiting & anticipating their arrival as they make their way into heaven. You’ll be greatly missed by all Bill. Darell, Rosa and Christina Claeys - Posted by: Darell, Rosa & Christina Claeys (Friends) on: Aug 29, 2017