ROBERT VAUGHAN

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ROBERT VAUGHAN "DUKE" FRENCH Peacefully, on Saturday, October 14, 2000, at his residence in Dominion City, Robert Vaughan (better known as "Duke" to those that knew him) French passed away a the age of 68 years. Duke was predeceased by his parents, James and Eva French; brothers, Tom and Wallace (Bud) and sister Dorothy. He is survived by one brother Ken; five sisters, Gwen (Bryan) Nichols, Joan Noonan (Keith Scott), Jean Keehn, Bernice (Matthew) Graydon and Norma Forbes. He is also survived by a sister-in-law Maude, and many relatives and friends. Duke was born in Dominion City where he spent his early years, and in 1954 he enlisted and spent the next four years with the Royal Canadian Air Force. After his short stint serving his country, Duke was employed as an accountant for various employers taking him to Northern British Columbia and the Yukon, retiring at the age of 62 years, at which time he moved back to Dominion City. Duke was well travelled, seeing much of North and South America. He was planning a cruise which would eventually take him to Costa Rica, where he had many friends and acquaintances. In spite of his poor health, on many occasions, when the weather permitted, he was out with his friends enjoying a game of golf, a favourite pastime of his. Duke had other interests keeping him occupied. He was an active member of the Royal Canadian Legion and the local Craft Club. At his request, cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, October 19 at 2:00 p.m. at the Dominion City United Church with Rev. Lesley Calder officiating. An ash interment will take place at the Dominion City Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Loewen Funeral Chapel of Steinbach, 204-326-1351.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 17, 2000