Nyall HYNDMAN

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HYNDMAN: Nyall Dennis, of Brandon, father of David (Glenda), Dennis (Pat) and Ken (Sharon), died peacefully on August 1, 2009 in Spiritwood, Saskatchewan. Nyall was born April 11, 1924 to Frank and Laura Hyndman of Oak River, Manitoba. He was raised in and took his schooling in the Rapid City area. He joined the Canadian army in 1941 and went overseas in 1943, seeing action in the invasions of Sicily and Italy, and then in the liberation of The Netherlands. He was decorated with the Military Medal for bravery in the field. Nyall married Margaret Adams on July 6, 1946 in Rapid City, Manitoba and the couple moved shortly thereafter to Winnipeg. Nyall left to work in the mine in Flin Flon in the fall of 1947, and Margaret and their infant son joined him in the spring of 1948. Sons Dennis and Ken were born in Flin Flon in 1951 and 1953, respectively. A son, Alan Joseph Nyall, died in infancy in June, 1964. They made Flin Flon their home for the next 39 years where he was active in curling and with the Legion and Rotary, and served for five years as President of the Flin Flon Bombers Junior Hockey Club. Nyall and Margaret moved to The Pas in Jan 1985 and was there honored by the Fire Dept as citizen of the year for helping to rescue people from a burning building. They then moved to Brandon the next year, ultimately to Rivers in 1987 where he resided until July 2008 when he moved into Victoria Landing in Brandon. He was an avid golfer. He especially enjoyed golfing with his sons in their annual golf match, played over many courses throughout Manitoba and Saskatchewan over a 23 year period. He also enjoyed traveling with Margaret around southern Manitoba on the “5-in-9” golf tour, playing many courses and making many new friends. Nyall had an easygoing manner which allowed him to make friends with virtually anyone. The service to celebrate his life was held Friday August 7 at the St. James Anglican Church in Rivers, with Ven. Paul Curtis officiating. His son David delivered a touching eulogy as a tribute to his father. Readings were given by great-granddaughter Jordan Hyndman, granddaughter Miranda Hyndman and granddaughter-in-law Alexandra Goojha. Stacey Hyndman and Corey Hyndman gave a recollection of Nyall on behalf of the grandchildren. Urnbearer was his grandson Corey Hyndman. A lunch was held at the Rivers Legion Hall, with the Legion Ladies Auxiliary providing. Interment was at Rapid City Cemetery. He was predeceased by: Margaret, his beloved wife of 61 years; an infant son, Alan Joseph Nyall; his parents, Frank and Laura Hyndman; his brother Orrie, killed in action; his brother, Bob; his sister Jean Christie; brothers- and sisters-in law: Edie and Bob Adams; Doug Brown; John Terry; John Ferarnley; Sophia Hyndman; and Charlie Christie. He is survived by: His sons: David (Glenda); Dennis (Pat); Ken (Sharon); His grandchildren and great-grandchildren: Kelley (Kerri); Schuyler, Delaney, Addison; Corey (Alexandra); Lindsay (Scott); Stacey (Doug), Shaun, Kevin; Denny Jo (Riley), Jordan, Imogen, Grace; Miranda (Evan), Kaitlyn Annabel; Allan (Holly), Duncan and Aidan; Scott; Mitchell (Nicola). His sister-in-law, Charlotte Brown. His brothers-and sisters-in-law: Grace Fearnley; Betty; Timer. And many nieces and nephews. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Beau “Lac” Funeral Home in Spiritwood, Saskatchewan and Campbell Funeral Home, Hamiota, Manitoba. For those so desiring, donations may be made in Nyall’s memory to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, #3-824 18th St. Brandon, MB R7A 5B7. Messages of condolence can be emailed campbells@inetlinkwireless.ca

As published in Brandon Sun on Sep 05, 2009