Ernest BAYES

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BAYES: It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ernest Frank Bayes, our much loved father, grandfather and great-grandfather on March 30, 2015 at the age of 99, with his family by his side at Brandon Regional Health Centre in Brandon, MB. He was born October 23, 1915 at Clanwilliam, MB. He married Doris Norden on August 7, 1946. They farmed at Rapid City for many years before moving to Minnedosa in 1976, where they enjoyed playing cards with friends and socializing. In 2007, they moved to Victoria Landing in Brandon. At the retirement residence Dad enjoyed many a pool game and many other recreational activities with Cecil, Archie, Murray and Richard. A big thank you to all the staff at Victoria Landing for their care and dedication. Dad was very appreciative of all the help he received. Ernie served with the PPCLI and was stationed overseas during WWII. He was a Legion Member in Rapid City and later Minnedosa. He recently received his 70 year membership pin. He was predeceased by his son Hughie on February 23, 2012, his wife Doris on April 13, 2012, his parents Harry and Annie Bayes, brothers Levi, Raymond and Fred. He is survived by his daughters Hazel (Kent) Taylor of Halifax, NS; Joyce (Ron) Hay of Winnipeg, MB; son Brian Bayes of Winnipeg, MB and daughter Donna (Vernon) Lamb of Brandon, MB; daughter-in-law Dianne Bayes of Prince George, B.C.; 8 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren, his brothers Arthur (Helen) and Cecil and numerous nieces and nephews. During his retirement years Dad and mom travelled to Hawaii, Las Vegas, Sweden and spent various winters in Texas, Arizona and Victoria, BC. The family would like to thank the home care workers, nurses, doctors and staff of 4th floor for their exceptional care while he was there. A funeral service was held on Thursday, April 2, 2015 in the Minnedosa Funeral Chapel, with Rev. Natasha Pearen officiating. Interment followed in the Minnedosa Cemetery Legion Section. Minnedosa Funeral Service in care of arrangements.

As published in Brandon Sun on Apr 11, 2015