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JAMES ROBERT ARTHUR BARNET (JIM)
Date of Passing: Oct 27, 2020
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JAMES ROBERT ARTHUR BARNET
Jim was predeceased by brother George and sister Mary Jean. He is survived by his wife Laurette, of 58 years; sons, Jim, Bob and Brett; and grandchildren, Emma and Matthew Barnet.
Originally from Winnipeg, MB, Jim obtained degrees from George Williams College in Chicago, IL, and American International College in Springfield, MA. He dedicated his extensive professional career to training teachers how to teach working in the areas of counselling, corrections rehabilitation, drug and law enforcement, and education. He lived with his family in Edmonton, AB and retired with his wife in West Bank, BC. Jim was a proud Canadian, loved hunting and fishing, and cherished his friends and his family. He enjoyed playing hockey, lacrosse, canoeing, running marathons, writing music and playing guitar. His joyful laugh and wilful soul will be missed.
Due to COVID, funeral service will be remote and Livestreamed on Thursday, November 5, 2020, at 10:00 a.m. PST.
To view the service, leave condolences for the family, or upload memories please visit his obituary at www.springfieldfuneralhome.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 30, 2020
Condolences & Memories (3 entries)
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Would like to share memories with Laurette his wife. Please contact me. Richard - Posted by: Richard Marinelli (Winnipeg and Chicago College class mate.) on: Aug 23, 2021
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So sorry to hear of Jims passing. Our prayers are with you and yours. Gord and June - Posted by: Gordon and June Francis (former neighbor ) on: Nov 16, 2020
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A chum at Assiniboine school and St. James Collegiate - Posted by: Robert(Bob) Roe (school chum) on: Nov 16, 2020