GEORGE WALLACE PHILPOTT

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GEORGE WALLACE PHILPOTT On Tuesday, September 26, 2000 with an undefeated spirit, George Wallace Philpott passed away after a courageous and lengthy battle with cancer at Selkirk and District General Hospital. George is survived by his wife Viola; his children, Fred (Barbara), Marlene (Bob) and Karen; six grandchildren, Kerri, Morene, Kim, Kammy, Korey and Keith and a great-grandchild Maya. He also leaves to mourn his sisters, Hannah, Ellen (Blake), Lillian and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. He was predeceased by his father Frederick; his mother Jane; his brother Martin and his son-in-law Cecil. George was born on July 5, 1920 on the farm homestead where he lived the duration of his life. He married Viola Cline on August 21, 1943. George had a love of the land and farmed for 60 years. Besides farming he greatly enjoyed curling. He was a member of the Petersfield Curling Club for 50 years and the zone chairman for several years. He later became an honorary member. He enjoyed the various curling tournaments travelling throughout Canada, United States and Europe. Numerous hours were spent participating and helping in various organizations such as the Petersfield Senior Club, Interlake Regional, Manitoba Society of Seniors and New Horizons in Teulon. He also was a delegate for Netley Manitoba Pool. He was a gentle, caring and humourous man with a generous spirit who made many friends. His great love and support for his grandchildren will be sorely missed. Sincere thanks to Dr. Hussein and the caring staff at the Selkirk and District General Hospital. In lieu of flowers, donations in Georges memory may be made to the Palliative Care Unit, Selkirk and District General Hospital. A special thank-you to Peter Pruden who has been supportive and caring to the family during Georges illness. A Service of Remembrance will be held on Saturday, September 30 at 3:00 in the Gilbart Funeral Chapel, Selkirk with Rev. Lynn Sevens officiating. Cremation has already taken place. MISS ME - BUT LET ME GO When I come to the end of the road And the sun has set for me, I want no rites in a gloom-filled room Why cry for a soul set free? Miss me a little, but not too long And not with your head bowed low, Remember the love that we once shared Miss me - but let me go. For this is a journey we all must take And each must go alone, Its all a part of the Masters plan A step on the road to home. When you are lonely and sick at heart Go to the friends we know; And bury your sorrow in doing good deeds Miss me - but let me go. Gilbart Funeral Home, Selkirk, in care of arrangements.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Sep 28, 2000