HERBERT JAMES LEWIS (BERT)

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HERBERT JAMES LEWIS (BERT) December 16, 1918 - December 15, 2000 After a short illness, and with his loved ones present, our devoted husband, father, grandfather and father-in-law passed away peacefully at Seven Oaks Hospital on December 15, 2000. He is survived by his loving, devoted wife Alfreda; son David (Bernice) and grandchildren, Daniel, Anthony, and Juliana; son Herb (Brenda) and grandchildren, Brett, Christopher, Stuart, and Tamara. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents; his sister Mabel and his brother Robert. Bert was born and raised in Winnipeg, Manitoba. He attended Earl Grey School and graduated with honours. He then joined the Royal Canadian Navy and served in the North Atlantic as a sonar operator on corvette escort duty during the Second World War. He met his future wife, Alfreda, in Newfoundland at that time. They were happily married for 57 years. After the war they resided in Winnipeg, raising their sons. Bert was employed by CN Rail until he retired. He was an example for all of us to follow throughout his entire life. His grandchildren were a particular source of pride for him. His family wishes to extend a heartfelt thanks to all the supportive staff of the Seven Oaks Hospital. Special thanks also to the staff of the Riverview Personal Care Home for their support and care given to our mother. A Memorial service will be held on Thursday December 21 at 3:00 p.m. at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home, 4000 Portage Avenue. Cremation has taken place and an interment and reception will follow the service. In lieu of flowers, donations in Berts memory may be made to a charity of your choice. Arrangements entrusted to: CHAPEL LAWN FUNERAL HOME CEMETERY AND CREMATORIUM 885-9715

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 19, 2000