WOLFGANG SIEGFRIED FRIES

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WOLFGANG SIEGFRIED FRIES On April 29, 2001 at the age of 70, Wolfgang Siegfried Fries peacefully passed away after a brief battle with cancer. He is survived by his three sons, Armin, Rudy (Diana), Gord (Margret) his grandchildren, Nadine, Glenn, Dale and Matthew; his sister Renate Ogle and brothers, Manfred, Ruediger and Dieter Fries. Preceded in death by his wife Marianne in 1979. Wolfgang was born on February 10, 1931 in Worbis, Germany. He immigrated to Canada in 1963 and settled in Winnipeg with his wife and sons. Wolfgang was employed at the Canadian National Railway at the Transcona yard where he served as an electrician until his retirement in 1993. Wolfgang was an extremely talented man in many areas including carpentry, plumbing, gardening and electronics. His thirst for knowledge was never ending. He will be remembered as an avid reader of history who also had a vast collection of music. Wolfgang loved to undertake numerous projects around his home and the building of a cottage with his three sons. Many thanks to those who helped care for Wolfgang. "We will miss you Dad, Grandpa and friend. May you rest in Peace." If desired, donations may be made in Wolfgangs memory to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 102 - 310 Broadway Ave., Winnipeg, MB, R3C 0S6 or to the Canadian Cancer Society, 193 Sherbrook St., Winnipeg, MB, R3C 2B7. A memorial service will be held Thursday, May 3 at 3:00 p.m. at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home, 4000 Portage Ave. with a reception to follow. Arrangements in care of: CHAPEL LAWN FUNERAL HOME CEMETERY AND CREMATORIUM 885-9715

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 01, 2001