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ROGER E. M. CATHCART SR.
Born: May 24, 1937
Date of Passing: Aug 05, 2020
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ROGER E. M. CATHCART SR.
Roger is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Leilah, and his three children, Roger Cathcart Jr. (Marie), Shawn Cathcart (Shirley) and Heather Perchaluk (Jim). He is missed by his grandchildren, Mitchell and Christiana Cathcart, Leilah Claire and Isabelle Grace Perchaluk, his three sisters, Dolyce Brown (Bill), Hope Myhovich (Bob passed) and Francis Wood (Bob passed). Roger was predeceased by his parents, Margaret and Tom, and brothers, Tom and Murray.
Born in Dauphin, MB on May 24, 1937, Roger grew up in Dauphin and, as a teen, moved to Flin Flon, Manitoba, where he graduated from Hapnot Collegiate in 1955. After high school, he worked at Hudson Bay Mining and Smelting Co. for three years and then moved with Leilah in 1960 to Winnipeg, where they settled and raised their family.
After graduating in 1959 from Teachers College, Roger earned a Bachelor of Honours from United College (1964) and a Bachelor of Education from the University of Manitoba (1966). He had a distinguished 33-year career in education as an educator and administrator with the St. James School Division, where he helped shape countless students' lives.
With a passion for politics, Roger had been active in the Conservative movement since the early 1960s. He organized and worked on numerous Federal and Provincial campaigns and later served as the President of the Progressive Conservative Party of Manitoba. Roger also wrote a weekly column in the Flin Flon Reminder under Roger's Right Corner byline, which stimulated healthy debate through this weekly public discourse. He always liked a good discussion of ideas.
After retiring in 1993, he and Leilah enjoyed extensive travels. They spent many winters in Australia on the Gold Coast and later, Florida. Every summer, they enjoyed hosting their family and friends at their home on Amisk Lake in Northern Saskatchewan, creating for all a lifetime of fond memories. He passed at this place he cherished, surrounded by his family, bookending a well-lived life.
A private family memorial will be held at a future date.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Aug 29, 2020
Condolences & Memories (18 entries)
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I worked for Roger at Brooklands Collegiate for 6 years in the 60’s. He was Vice Principal and taught Physical Education too. He was so nice to work with and all the students really liked him. He got along so well with them. My sincere condolences to his family. I’m so saddened by his passing. May he Rest In Peace. - Posted by: Rose (playfoot) Graham (Worked with Roger at Brooklands Collegiate. He was the VP and teacher.) on: Jan 26, 2021
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I worked for Roger at Brooklands Collegiate for 6 years in the 60’s. He was Vice Principal and taught Physical Education too. He was so nice to work with and all the students really liked him. He got along so well with them. My sincere condolences to his family. I’m so saddened by his passing. May he Rest In Peace. - Posted by: Rose (playfoot) Graham (Worked with Roger at Brooklands Collegiate. He was the VP and teacher.) on: Jan 26, 2021
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Mr. Cathcart was our Principal at Spring Valley. Several students and I had a jazz combo and he would let us rehearse in the band room everyday after school unsupervised. His words were, "just make sure you pull the doors tight and turn the lights off when you leave." I still share that important story about trust and personal responsibility to my students forty years later. - Posted by: Jim Mair (Spring Valley Jr. High) on: Sep 29, 2020
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I am sorry to hear of the passing of Roger. We were friends and colleages. We spent many times debating politics and worked together at Westwood Collegiate where he was my principal. My thoughts go out to his family. - Posted by: Richard Ford (Worked with Roger as a teacher in St. James) on: Sep 15, 2020
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So sorry for your loss Lee...thinking of you and family at this very sad time. Val Douglas - Posted by: Valerie Douglas (Friend ) on: Sep 08, 2020
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Our sincere sympathy in the loss of Roger. Please know we are thinking of you. Sharon and Tom - Posted by: Sharon and Tom Trosky (Friends) on: Sep 07, 2020
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Farewell dear friend you will be missed by many. Lee, keep your chin up as I express my sympathy. - Posted by: Will Peters (fellow teacher under Roger) on: Sep 01, 2020
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Dear Lee, I am so saddened by your loss of Roger. Not only was he your husband but he was your friend. You have shared many stories about Roger and to sum them up I can say he made a difference in many teens lives. Take care my friend - Posted by: Debra O’Neale (Workmate of Lee) on: Aug 31, 2020
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I am now 56 years old with 3 children of my own and can say I only wish they had experienced the Principal I did in Junior High at Spring Valley. I remember Mr. Cathcart well as a sincere, caring and fair man. He has helped to shape not only minds and character, but heart as well. Truly sorry for this great loss. - Posted by: Kathy Corkum (Former student of Spring Valley Junior High School) on: Aug 31, 2020
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Thinking of you all with sincere sympathy to the Cathcart family. May it comfort you to know that others care in your time of sorrow. May you be blessed with many happy memories to sustain you and comfort you in the days ahead. Sandra Coleman - Posted by: Sandra Coleman (Friend) on: Aug 30, 2020
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Roger Condolences to you and your family. I never met your father But you often spoke highly about him I am sure you will miss him. Larry - Posted by: Larry & Pam Ring (friend) on: Aug 30, 2020
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Lee and family, we are so saddened to hear of Roger's passing. Have so many wonderful memories of times spent together with you two in the early days. Our thoughts are with you ❤️ - Posted by: Ron and Bunnie Hutchinson (Friends) on: Aug 30, 2020
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Roger was an active member of The St. Andrew's Society since 1998. He was a very well-respected member and colleague to many. Our sincere condolences go out to Leilah and family. - Posted by: St. Andrew's Society of Winnipeg (Active member) on: Aug 30, 2020
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What an AWESOME man! - Posted by: Henry Gerow (Student) on: Aug 30, 2020
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Dear Lee, Baj and I would like to extend our condolences to you and your family. So sorry for your loss. Wishing you comfort and peace. Marlene Permanand - Posted by: Marlene Permanand (Lee’s co-worker) on: Aug 29, 2020
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Our sincere sympathy to to you, Lee and family. We have fond memories of Roger, of our time together in the School Division, the fun we had in Florida and of many spirited discussions along the way. We are sorry for your loss. Vic and Lucille - Posted by: Vic and Lucille Mollot (Friend, former colleague) on: Aug 29, 2020
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Lee & Family: We were shocked and immensely saddened to learn of Roger's passing. We had such good times (even in losses) working on innumerable election campaigns with Roger and with you over these past many years. Lots of great memories and great friendships were created during those times. Without a doubt, Roger was the best "senator" Manitoba never had. The realm of Conservative politics (especially in St. James) will be diminished without him. We will give you a phone call soon, but in the meantime, we extend our sincerest condolences to you and the family in your time of loss and grief, May peace be with you. - Posted by: Jae & Rhoda Eadie (friends) on: Aug 29, 2020
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We are so saddened to learn of Roger's passing and wish to extend our sincere sympathies and deepest condolences to all his family. We attended Manitoba Teachers' College with Roger and had the privilege of meeting from time to time thereafter when planning our our college reunions. Roger was always gracious and professional. May the sun eternally shine upon his face And the wind always be at his back He will be greatly missed But he will be fondly remembered. Most sincerely, Norm and Sachiko (Mizobuchi) Guilbert. - Posted by: Norm Guilbert (Colleague) on: Aug 29, 2020
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