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PAUL HARRIS
Born: Dec 16, 1927
Date of Passing: Jun 21, 2020
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PAUL F. HARRIS
Dad is survived by his four children, Jeffrey (Suzanne Mulaire), Marcia Henri, Michael and Lesley (Don Rooney); grandchildren, Matthew, Mark, Stephen, Lise, Gaëtan, Chantal, Alexandra and Kenneth along with their partners; great-grandchildren, Jamie, Kai, Eve, Spencer, Marianne and Théodore, as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Dad was preceded by his parents, Raymond Sr. and Marjorie; his brothers, Kenneth and Raymond Jr.; sister Margaret, daughter-in-law Vicki, and his beloved wife Joyce who passed away June 22, 2019.
Dad was born December 16, 1927, in Xenia, Ohio, the youngest in his family. The family moved to Winnipeg when dad was three years old to enable his father to take a job with the CNR. The family settled in the North End where Dad made many lifelong friendships. Dad graduated from St. John's Tech, and returned to Ohio for one year of university before returning to Winnipeg to work for the railway as a porter before obtaining employment at Imperial Oil then on to Furnaceman and finally, his own business, Supreme Electric.
Dad met Mom in 1946 and they were married June 4, 1952. They first lived in St. Boniface and then in 1955 moved to McCalman Avenue, where they raised their family. In 1998 Mom and Dad moved to the family cottage at Lester Beach, joining many friends who had likewise retired to the beach. They enjoyed life there until 2007 when health issues required them to move back to the city. Lester Beach was a special place for Dad where he loved spending time with his family. He was never one to sit on the beach, instead working in the yard or finding a project to do. Dad also enjoyed fishing with Jeff, Michael, Don, his grandsons and friends, especially at Marion Lake.
Mom and Dad enjoyed travelling and visited Spain, Portugal, England, Ireland and Scotland and cruised in the Mediterranean. They also had many trips to the casinos in Nevada, sometimes just the two of them and other times with good friends. In later years, they spent their winters in BC, getting away from our cold winters.
In 2009, dad started dialysis. He had known for many years this could happen, but it was not until a major surgery that this became part of his life. In 2011 at the age of 83 years, dad became a member of the Home Hemodialysis program at Seven Oaks General Hospital. For seven years Dad was able to perform his own dialysis and to be at home with Mom and to live a somewhat normal life. He, and his family, were extremely proud of this accomplishment. Unfortunately, for the past two and one-half years, Dad required assistance to remain at home to dialyze.
There are many people who have played important roles in helping Dad live comfortably in the last several years. Verna, Cindy, Sunny, Melanie and Ivy stepped in to support dad continuing to dialyze at home when he could not carry on himself. Without them, he would have had to return to three trips per week to the hospital. There are no words to express our gratitude.
We also had an amazing team of health care aides who, for the past three years, have supported both Mom and Dad in their apartment. The family thanks Luvie, Alma, Emely, Heather, Andrea, Cheska, Dorina, Anita, Cecilia and Raje for their dedication, enabling mom and dad to enjoy these years in their own apartment. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
The nurses and health care aides were part of Dad's family and gave him a quality of life that he would not otherwise have had. You all meant the world to him.
Thank you to nephrologists, nurses, dieticians, pharmacists, clerks and technologists at the home hemodialysis program, whose support gave Dad life.
Thank you to Val Dunphy of the Manitoba Kidney Foundation for her support and friendship shown to Dad over the years.
Thank you to the staff of Seven Oaks Hospital 5th floor Unit 2 for making Dad's last few days comfortable.
And finally, but not least, thank you to all Dad's many friends and family who phoned, Face-timed, visited or sent well wishes in his last week. He was comforted by the love and friendship.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Manitoba Kidney Foundation would be much appreciated.
A private family interment was held on Friday, June 26 at Green Acres Cemetery.
Publish Date: Jun 27, 2020
PAUL HARRIS
With his family at his bedside we announce the passing of our dad, grandpa, and great-grandpa on Sunday, June 21, 2020.
A private family service will be held on Friday, June 26, 2020, with a celebration of his life to be held at a later date.
A longer obituary to follow.
Publish Date: Jun 25, 2020
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jun 25, 2020, Jun 27, 2020
Condolences & Memories (14 entries)
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Sincere condolences to the Harris children and their families. We were your next-door neighbours on McCalman Avenue ca. 1959 through 1964. I (a child of 1960) have fleeting memories of little Michael Harris playing on the front sidewalk. The obituary and today's "Passages" tribute speaks to a life well-lived and a wonderful legacy. - Posted by: Bradley J. Curran ((Former neighbour)) on: Aug 15, 2020
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My sincerest condolences to you and your family and extended family on the passing of your father. Although I did not have the pleasure of knowing him, he is remembered for his kindness and gentle spirit by many. Thoughts and prayers to you all. - Posted by: Tammy Mulligan (Friend to Jeffrey) on: Jul 07, 2020
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Dear Jeff, Suzanne & family, extending my deepest and heartfelt sympathy on the passing of Paul Harris. Thank you sharing this wonderful tribute. It's evident that he touched alot of lives along the way. Thinking of you at this very sad and difficult time. Lynda Ruban staff at the HSC Foundation - Posted by: Lynda Ruban (staff at Health Sciences Centre Foundation) on: Jul 02, 2020
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So sorry to hear about your Dad Jeff, my condolences to you and the family. Suzanne you were a great addition to the teacher’s staff in Ste Agathe, The kids loved their teacher. Sending virtual hugs! Diane - Posted by: Diane Ritchot (My kids teacher was Suzanne) on: Jun 29, 2020
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Dear Michael and extended families, Thinking of you and wishing you moments of peace and comfort as you remember a father who was so close to you. - Posted by: Mr.&Mrs.D.Webb and family (Past neighbours) on: Jun 29, 2020
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In 1970 as a 10 year old boy I thought that Paul Harris was different but I didn’t really know what that difference was. I wish now I had told him but 50 years later I get to tell you what it was, Paul Harris was a kind gentleman. To Jeff, Marcy, Leslie and my good friend Michael, along with the extended and much larger family now I give my heartfelt condolences. As we age I find that things like a legacy and leaving a good mark in life means everything. I reflect and see a mark That a kind gentleman left on me as a young 10 year old. Sincerely Gary Farmer - Posted by: Gary (Family Friend) on: Jun 29, 2020
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My deepest condolences to the family. I am so grateful to have known such a wonderful man. He was so kind and always such a gentleman and I am so glad our paths crossed. I will miss him dearly. - Posted by: Cookie Degagne (Friend) on: Jun 28, 2020
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So sorry for your loss Jeff, Suzanne, our sympathy to all the Family ...Love Cecile & Dave Lemoine - Posted by: Dave & Cecile Lemoine (Friend) on: Jun 27, 2020
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Paul was such an incredible man, always thinking of ways he could help other people. He and Joyce were good friends of ours and many others at Lester Beach and later at Silverview Estates in Wpg. Our condolences go out to all the family. - Posted by: Judy & Hugh Bagnall (friends) on: Jun 27, 2020
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I remember your Dad fondly. McCalman ave is a long time ago. My Mom and Dad kept in touch with your parents over the years visiting at Lester Beach. I often crossed paths your Dad. Alway the Gentleman. We are both morning the passing of our Fathers this week. Our prayers are with you. Don Shearer - Posted by: Don Shearer (Friend ) on: Jun 27, 2020
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Very sorry for your loss. Your dad was such a kind and pleasant man. Tracey and Rick Hunt (Kehrer) family friends - Posted by: Tracey Hunt (Family friend) on: Jun 26, 2020
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To the family, very sorry for the loss of your father, such an incredible man. - Posted by: Susan Belanger nee Peterson (friend) on: Jun 26, 2020
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To Jeff, Marcia, Michael and Lesley, our heartfelt condolences go out to you and your families on the passing of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. - Posted by: Randy and Debra Kehrer (Family friends ) on: Jun 25, 2020
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We will all miss this kind, considerate and gentleman. - Posted by: Caroline Cherkas (The Store - Lester Beach) on: Jun 25, 2020