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CLAIR HERBERT GREGORY
Date of Passing: Dec 09, 2021
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CLAIR HERBERT GREGORY
1928 - 2021
Dad was predeceased by his parents, Russell and Mae, and brother Garry. Dad is survived by his wife of 67 years, Bernice, five children, Lee (Kathy), Paul (Anita), Ian (Maggie), Ann (Lawrence Prendiville), and Eric (Tina Douvris), 12 grandchildren, Adam (Meghan), Jenna (Jessie), Bradley (Ashley), Sean (Daniella), Aaron (Tasha), Karlen, Jacklyn (Leo), Kalyn (Justin), Michelle, Campbell, Evan and Seth, 12 great-grandchildren, and sisters, Joan and Arlene.
Dad grew up in St. James and went on to complete his Diploma in Agriculture at the University of Manitoba in 1947. Dad then farmed with his father on Turnbull Drive south of St. Norbert where they tried their hand at turkeys and dairy cows but eventually settled on managing a commercial mink ranch. When the fur industry was no longer viable, Dad went on to work for the provincial Department of Agriculture in Rural Water Services until it was shut down in 1977. Shortly thereafter and with several business partners he launched Prairie Water Services Ltd., which was successfully operated until he retired in 1990. In retirement, Dad and Mom were fortunate to be able to winter in Texas and always looked forward to rejoining the community of friends they had there.
Dad introduced us to fishing, hunting, and skiing. He was an avid golfer and curler and a charter member of the Pembina Curling Club, serving as president in 1970/1971. Dad was also a founding member of the St. Norbert United Church which eventually moved to Fort Richmond and became Trinity United Church, where he worshipped and served faithfully for many years.
We are blessed to have so many memories of family, good friends, and neighbours that we shared with Dad in the past, and we all hope that we can be as fine a parent as to what Dad was to us. Dad, you will be missed.
A family service will be held in the future at his final resting place at Norris Lake cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to your favourite charity.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 18, 2021
Condolences & Memories (7 entries)
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Clair...such sad news I only just got today due to an email mix-up. He was a pillar of my young life since meeting Arlene at age four. I remember him as a young, tall and vigorous man with blazing red hair, freckles and a ready smile. He was always kind to us, underfoot as we were. My heart goes out to Bernice and his children, whom I also remember when they were small. My deepest sympathy to the whole family. He was a very good man and I know you all will miss him. - Posted by: Jane Moody (early friend of the family) on: Dec 26, 2021
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We send our deepest condolences to all the Gregory family. It was a privilege to have known Clair, he was such a wonderful man…always smiling, always kind, and an incredible grandpa to my nephews. We loved our visits with Clair&Bernice, a beautiful couple with a lovely family. Our memories of Clair will never fade. Maria & Chris - Posted by: Maria, Curtis and Chris (Friend & in-laws ) on: Dec 21, 2021
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Condolences to the entire, huge family! Memories will help and I know you all have so many. - Posted by: Debra (Niece) on: Dec 18, 2021
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My deepest sympathy to Bernice, Joan, Arlene and family. With fond memories of a wonderful family. Phyll Boivin - Posted by: Phyll Boivin (friend) on: Dec 18, 2021
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My deep condolences to the Gregory family. - Posted by: Michael karl KLOOS (neighbor ) on: Dec 18, 2021
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Bernice and family-we are so sorry to hear about Clair. With our deepest sympathy. - Posted by: Iris and Glen McDonald (Friend) on: Dec 18, 2021
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Bernice, I am sending you my love and condolences. I am so grateful for the time I had with Clair and you in November at The Waverley, all of us laughing much of the time. Beth xo - Posted by: Beth Follett (friend Margaret Follett's daughter) on: Dec 18, 2021