DENNIS MORROW

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DENNIS MORROW Carried Away on Angels Wings Up to Heavens Shore, Dennis Morrow peacefully passed away on January 27 at the age of 67 after his battle with leukemia. Surrounded by his wife, his children, sister-in-law and two dear friends, we sang him into heaven with the songs he loved. Dennis was born November 19, 1932 in Kandahar, Sask., to Harry and Gladys Morrow. Dennis will be greatly missed by his wife, Ruth; his children, Eric (Cheryl), Ken (Kim), Shelley Peattie (Ken), Darcy (Sharon) and Heather Hiebert (Glen), and 11 grandchildren, all from Winnipeg and area and his brother, Greg (Janet) from Raymore, Sask., as well as nieces and nephews. Dennis was predeceased by his infant twins (son & daughter), his parents and brothers, Sidney and Bill and sister, Elaine. Before Dennis started his career as an auctioneer, he had many other occupations that included salesman, store owner, working at the saw mills in B.C. and mechanic. His full time auction career began in 1967 when he moved to Regina to sell cattle. In 1971, along with a partner he formed his business, Mordyck Auctions Ltd. His dream of having an auction yard was realized in 1981 with the purchase of land near Ile des Chenes where the business is presently located. His two oldest sons joined him as partners and will continue to operate it. Dennis was pleased to have all his children work with him in various aspects of the business. He was proud as his grandchildren started working with him. He showed all of us how to work and have fun at the same time. Dennis made many friends during the years that he sold vehicles for MPIC, as well as fundraising dinners for Ducks Unlimited. He was a successful businessman with a humble heart. At the age of 38, Dennis and Ruth made the important decision of choosing to follow Christ. His life was a genuine example of the love of Jesus. He loved all and wanted to serve in any way that he could. His great love of music was the tool with which he and his family reached out at the Salvation Army, Union Gospel Mission, at the Morris Stampede and other places too numerous to mention. His greatest joy was his family singing with him. He was always ready with an encouraging word, a hug, and a prayer for everyone he came in contact with. Dennis could relate to the youngest child and to the senior in a nursing home with a love that was genuine. He was a great encourager and lifted everyones spirits. Dennis was very proud of his wife, Ruth. They were married on May 27, 1954 and had 46 years together. He would often comment on my beautiful blond and dont you think shes the most beautiful woman you ever saw. Dennis loved to spend time at the lake playing his instruments, teaching the grandchildren to play, and singing with them. He was young at heart and was determined that water skiing would prove it to us, which he did every summer. The family would like to express a special thank yo to Duane Froese, Glen Hiebert and Rita Morrow for their love and care and prayers. Funeral service will be held Monday, January 31, at 12:30 p.m. at Springs of Living Water Church, 595 Lagimodiere in Winnipeg, with interment following in Prairie Grove Cemetery. Viewing on Sunday, January 30, at 7:00 p.m. at Klassen Funeral Chapel, 1897 Henderson Hwy., Winnipeg. If friends so desire, donations may be made to Back to the Bible, P.O. Box 10, Winnipeg, MB R3C 2G2. Arrangements entrusted to Klassen Funeral Chapel, 338-0331.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 29, 2000