FRANK WILLIAM FIDLER

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FRANK WILLIAM FIDLER April 14, 1924 - November 3, 2000 Peacefully with his family by his side on Friday, November 3, 2000, following a prolonged period of failing health, Frank Fidler, aged 76 years of Selkirk, MB, beloved husband of Gladys. Frank was predeceased by his parents, Frank and Lavina; sister Betty; son Chuck Norquay and grandson Greg Mahoney. He leaves to mourn his loving wife of 19 years, Gladys; his daughter Maura Mundell of Wichita, Kansas; son-in-law Don Mundell; grandson Corry (Chelan) Sabiston; great-granddaughter Sailor Sabiston; as well as grandchildren, Trevor, Angie, Caitlin and Drew Mundel, all of Revelstoke, B.C.; extended family, Lin (Julian) Popowych of Winnipeg, Kevin Mahoney of Vancouver, B.C., Susan (Barry) Gooden of Brandon, MB, Adam, Ashleigh and Alicia of Brandon, Thor Norquay; Christopher, Kelsey and Jeremy Norquay of Selkirk, Scott (Kim) Norquay, Thomas, Stacy and Courtney of Lockport; Susan Norquay; Kristie-Ann and Kyle of Selkirk. Frank will also be sadly missed by many nieces, nephews and good friends who have always enjoyed his glowing smile and his infectious sense of humour. Frank was born in Selkirk where he was raised and received his education. In 1942 he joined the army and served overseas from 1943 to 1946, seeing action in France then returning to Selkirk upon his discharge. With the exception of a short period in B.C. and a few years in Winnipeg, Frank was happy to move back to his "true home" of Selkirk in 1991. His love for his town was emphasized when he was transferred back to Selkirk Hospital after a lengthy stay in St. Boniface Hospital immediately requesting a glass of "Selkirk" water. Frank spent many years working in the offices of Crane Plumbing and Lyttle Supply of Winnipeg. Frank served on the executive of the Duke of Kent Legion Branch, 119 and was a current member of the Selkirk Legion, Branch 42, and a member of the Over 60 club. He was proud to receive his 45 year pin at the Selkirk Legion in April of this year, his last social outing. Franks family would like to extend their most heartfelt thanks to Drs. Wozny and Demsas, as well as all the staff of the medical ward of the Selkirk General Hospital for the warmth and caring manner in which Frank was looked after during his stay in the hospital, especially during his last few days. In keeping with Franks wishes, cremation has taken place and a memorial service in celebration of Franks life will be held on Tuesday, November 7 at 2:00 p.m. in the Gilbart Funeral Home, 309 Eveline St., Selkirk with Legion Padre Peter Cain presiding. Fellow members of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 42 will form a guard of honour and hold Legion Rites. Flowers are gratefully declined. If friends so desire, a donation in Franks memory may be made to the Palliative Care Ward of the Selkirk and District General Hospital, 100 Easton Drive. My life on earth is truly past Ive loved you all to the very last Weep not for me, but courage take And love one another for my sake. Gilbart Funeral Home, Selkirk, in care of arrangements.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 06, 2000