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HARRY WEINSHENKER
Date of Passing: May 13, 2001
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryHARRY WEINSHENKER On May 13, 2001, Harry Weinshenker, aged 84 years, peacefully passed away at home. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 55 years, Claire; daughters, Ruby and Reta (Marvin Avery) grandchildren, Stephanie and Jonathan Avery; brother Isaac (Elsie) brothers-in-law, Aaron Ruvinsky (Sybil), Irvin Ruvinsky (Becky) and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Ben Zion and Esther Weinshenker. For over 50 years, Harry and Isaac worked side-by-side as owners and operators of B. W. & Sons Candy Co. As with everything in his life, Harry conducted himself with integrity and pride. Special thanks to Sharon and Sandy from Home Care, Fred Douglas Lodge and Dr. Lei for their care and support. Funeral services were held at the Bnay Abraham Synagogue on Tuesday, May 15 with burial at Bnay Abraham Cemetery. Rabbi Weizman officiated. Active pallbearers were Marvin and Jonathan Avery, Brian Harold, Allan Weinshenker and Lowell Ruvinsky. Private Shiva is being observed. Donations, in Harrys memory, may be made to The Bnay Abraham Synagogue.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 18, 2001