GEORGE FREDERICK HOWELL

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GEORGE FREDERICK HOWELL
July 19, 1945 - December 2, 2021

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of George; aged 76, of Arborg, MB, at the Health Sciences Centre, following a short illness.
His memory will be cherished by Doreen, his beloved wife of 53 years; their children, Debbie, Kevin, Glenn (Karen), and Curtis (Carrie); grandchildren, Devon, Misty (Ryan), Chris, Brandon, Cort, and Chloe; and great-grandson Zander. He also leaves his aunt Bertha, who had a very special place in his heart; cousins, Sigrid (Dave) and Ragnar (Donna); sisters, Wilma, Sarah, Florence (Don); sisters-in-law, Joyce and Colleen; as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was predeceased by his mother Helen, uncle Jon, brother Einar, brother-in-law David, cousin Lynn, and son-in-law Louis.
George was born in Gimli, MB, on July 19, 1945; but grew up in Arnes with his Aunt Bertha, Uncle Jon, and their children, after his mother passed away when he was only seven. He met the love of his life, Doreen Sigurdson, in 1967. They married in March 1968, and settled in Arborg where they would later raise their children. George worked in the Riverton Creamery, then at the North Star Creamery in Arborg, until it closed. He did some work with painting and carpentry before finding a place at the local Co-op, where he worked in all areas of the store until retiring at the age of 66.
George had a true passion for helping people. He was on the board for Riverdale Place Homes Inc. for eight years; and joined the Arborg Bifrost Fire Department in 1981, where he served for 30 years, also acting as fire prevention/education officer and working with the Ground Search and Rescue team for the Northeast Interlake. He received high praise as a mentor to new recruits, and made many lifelong friends in his years with the department.
He instilled a love of the outdoors and adventure in his family; from homemade cross-country skis, to camping trips (both prepared and under-prepared), to memorable road trips.
George was kind and loving, and he left this earth taking a piece of everyone who knew him with him. He will be missed dearly.
The family would like to thank the team of doctors and nurses in the ICU at Health Sciences Centre for their compassionate care.

Rest in Peace
Husband / Dad / Grandpa / Great-Grandpa
and friend

Following George's wishes, no formal memorial service will be held. A private family gathering will be held at a future date.
If so desired, donations in George's memory can be sent to a charity of one's choice.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 11, 2021