REX A. F. KEATINGE

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REX A. F. KEATINGE After a lengthy battle with heart disease, on February 24, 2001, at the Deer Lodge Centre, Rex Keatinge passed away at the age of 80 years. Rex is survived by his wife of 56 years, Myra, and son Condren of Winnipeg, as well as sister Eileen (Miller) brother-in-law Jim; nephews, Kevin (Karen) and Glenn, all of Woodstock, ON. Born in Gladstone, Manitoba on May 18, 1920, to Frederick and Anne Keatinge, the family moved to Winnipeg, where dad received his education. At an early age, Dad developed an interest in Ham Radio and on April 27, 1935, became one of the youngest licensed amateur radio operators in Canada. The interest and worldwide contacts lasted a lifetime. During the Second World War, Dad served aboard the HMCS Levis until the ship was torpedoed during action with U-74. Fortunately, Dad survived when others didnt. After discharge, Dad continued his service with RCNR. In peacetime, Dad was employed with Canada Post until retirement. Thank you to Valerie for your support. Special note of appreciation to the nurses and staff of Deer Lodge Centre, especially T7 during his final months, Dr. Czarnecki and Janice Samimi, R.N. of the Manitoba Clinic and the Winnipeg Office of Veterans Affairs Canada - their thoughtfulness and compassion were comforting to the family. At Dads request, cremation has taken place and a private family interment will be held. The family wishes to extend their gratitude to Rev. Aubrey Hemminger. "An Irish Blessing" May the road rise to meet you May the wind be at your back May the sun shine upon your face The rains fall soft upon your field And, until we meet again May God hold you in the palm of His hand. Rest in peace Dad. Your wanderlust has come to an end. Flowers are gratefully declined. If friends so desire, memorial donations may be made to the Manitoba Heart and Stroke Foundation, 301 - 352 Donald St, Winnipeg, MB R3B 2H8 or The Winnipeg Humane Society, 5 Kent Ave., Winnipeg, MB R2L 9Z9. Arrangements entrusted to: CHAPEL LAWN FUNERAL HOME CEMETERY AND CREMATORIUM 885-9715

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 28, 2001