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ALISON GEORGE ABBOTT
Born: Apr 23, 1934
Date of Passing: Jun 03, 2026
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryALISON GEORGE ABBOTT
Alison George Abbott, born April 23, 1934, passed away peacefully on June 3, 2026.
Born and raised in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Al was predeceased by his parents, Tom and Corona Abbott; his beloved first wife, Gwen; his sister, Anita; his brother, Harry; and his granddaughter, Aydan.
Al leaves behind a loving and devoted family who will cherish his memory: his wife, Judy; his brother Reg and family; his children, Michael (Diane), Susan, Nancy (Bill Patus), and James (Leslie) and his stepchildren, Michelle Voinorosky (Pat) and Shane Voinorosky (Claude). He was a proud grandfather to 16 grandchildren, three step-grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren.
Al earned an Engineering degree from the University of Manitoba and later completed his MBA at the University of Western Ontario. He enjoyed a successful career as a Canadian Tire owner/dealer, operating stores in Port Hope, Grimsby, Winnipeg (Isabel and Assiniboia), Winkler, and Nanaimo.
In accordance with Al’s wishes, cremation has taken place.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Victoria Hospital Foundation or the Canadian Cancer Society.
A celebration of Al’s life will be held at a future date.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jun 06, 2026
Condolences & Memories (5 entries)
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Was so sorry to hear of Mr. Abbott's passing. I worked as a pricer in the warehouse (inkster park) and came over to the store on Isabel from there. He was a wonderful man and a very pleasant boss. My heart goes out to his family. - Posted by: Donna Dukelow (employee(from 80's)) on: Jun 21, 2026
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Noted with sadness the passing of this boyhood chum who is moving on to gather with friends Muley, Teeder, Red, Captain, Chico and wonderful wife Gwen amongst many others who knew this gentle, kind man with a great sense of humor. Al grew up in a wonderful family … great athletes but more importantly great people. My condolences to Reg, Judy & all Al’s family & friends! A life well lived Al…RIP! - Posted by: John Rendall (Friend) on: Jun 14, 2026
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We have lost a great man. A man of wisdom, First class gentlemen, and very funny. I was very honoured and blessed to have known this man. I have great memories of the travels we all (Roy,Pat, Judy & Al ) did together in South America years ago, but yet some days it feels like yesterday. My Sincere sympathy is extended to Judy and the family. Pat Sangster - Posted by: Pat Sangster (Friend) on: Jun 09, 2026
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I worked for "Mr Abbott" in the early eighties. I thought he was a really nice man and a great boss. All my best Clint Johnson - Posted by: clint johnson (employee) on: Jun 06, 2026
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This is such sad news….. I will always feel privileged to have met and know him! Rob Sigurdson - Posted by: Rob Sigurdson (Friend of Jamie) on: Jun 06, 2026