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ROLLIE GRANTHAM
Date of Passing: Jun 01, 2020
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ROLLIE GRANTHAM
Rollie will be lovingly remembered by his children, Glenn (Donna) Grantham, Brian (Kathy) Grantham and Debi (Darryl) Marshall, grandchildren, Jennifer (Dave), Jeff (Melissa), Brayden, Linnaea, Caleigh, and great-granddaughters, Tessa and Leah. He leaves to mourn his brother Richard (Sylvia), nieces, nephews, cousins, and many friends. He was predeceased by his beloved wife Connie, and his parents, Robert and Martha Grantham.
Rollie was born in Gladstone, Manitoba in 1932 where he lived until as young man he moved to Winnipeg. In 1954 he joined the Navy Reserves and that same year he met the love of his life Connie, and they married in 1955. His greatest pride and joy was his family and the time he spent with them. Rollie and Connie enjoyed raising their family and living in Transcona for over 35 years. He was very involved in the community, coaching hockey, coaching and umpiring baseball and volunteering with the legion and other organizations. He worked for the City of Winnipeg for 35 years, retiring at age 53. In 1997 Rollie and Connie moved to Sunset Bay where he was also very involved in the community. They moved to Barrie, Ontario in 2008 to be closer to their daughter and son Brian in Peterborough.
We couldn't be more proud of the love, patience and care he gave to Mom during her lengthy battle with Alzheimer's. Throughout his battle with cancer he was able to maintain a positive attitude and good sense of humour until it was his time to rejoin Mom who, in his final days, he dreamt was making dinner for him - he's at that table now.
A private family interment will take place at a later date in Winnipeg.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jun 06, 2020
Condolences & Memories (6 entries)
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Glenn, deepest condolences to you and your family on the loss of your father. - Posted by: June Peters (Friend) on: Jun 10, 2020
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My deepest condolences. Glenn, I remember the wonderful stories you shared of your dad. May he RIP. - Posted by: Pat Litwin (friend) on: Jun 10, 2020
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Glenn, my condolences to you and your family on your father's passing. - Posted by: Ken Schulzke (Friend) on: Jun 08, 2020
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To Debi and family. My deepest sympathy is with you. From Maggie (Burt) Lecompte - Posted by: Maggie Lecompte (Childhood friend of Debi ) on: Jun 06, 2020
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Sincerest condolences, Glenn, Donna & families. - Posted by: Carol Hebert (work ) on: Jun 06, 2020
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Glenn, Brian, Debi and your family’s, My sincere condolences to you all , your Dad had such a great sense of humour and always made me laugh with his quick wit. He and your mother were the best, I enjoyed dropping by for short visits and getting their advice. It was fun babysitting at your house and when your parents would get home your Dad would always walk me home to make sure I’d be safe . Your Dad was fun to be with and a kind, loving and gentle man, those memories I shared with you kids and your parents will always be remembered In sympathy and friendship, with love and hugs Elaine Dave Furda and family xoxo xx - Posted by: Elaine (Cherwinski) Furda (Old neighbor on Edward street and babysitter ) on: Jun 06, 2020