JOSEPH ANTHONY CAPRI

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JOSEPH ANTHONY CAPRI It is with immense sadness that we announce the passing of Joseph Capri on Wednesday, January 23, 2002 at the Seven Oaks General Hospital. Joe leaves to mourn his wife Marie; his sister Lori McSkimmings; and his brothers, Anthony and Mike. He also will be dearly missed by his sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, and his many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his mother Maria, father Nicola; sisters, Mary Dentice and Phil White; also his father-in-law and mother-in-law Michael and Tina Panteluk. He was also predeceased by sisters-in-law, Wynne Capri, Frances Capri, Alice Panteluk; and brothers-in-law, Tom White, Bill McSkimmings, Joe Dentice, John Panteluk, Bill Panteluk, Fred Warcimaga, Steve Burack, Richard Jerris. Joe was born in Winnipeg on December 9, 1918 and grew up in the Fort Rouge area. He served his country during the Second World War in the Navy. Joseph was well known in the automobile industry and was a Master Salesman and a Sales Manager for numerous dealerships during the 1950s - 80s. He was also a District Representative for Nissan Canada in Calgary and Vancouver. He retired from Canada Moving and Storage as a Long Distance Moving Salesman. Joe moved to St. Andrews, MB in 1976 and resided on Capri Road at a development started by him. He truly enjoyed his country retreat. In his younger years Joe was an accomplished athlete excelling in fastball. One of his first jobs in his teens was in the Red Lake Mines where he displayed his prowess as a fastball pitcher. Joe played for many Winnipeg Senior Mens fastball teams and in recent years enjoyed the annual Softball Reunions. Joe was a member of the Khartum Shrine 101 and thoroughly enjoyed his participation at the many parades and his support at the annual Shrine Circus. He was also a former member of the Royal Canadian Legion, Winnipeg Branch No. 1. The family expresses a special thank you to the home care workers of the Selkirk region who tended to Joes needs. Also many thanks to Karen and Joan for their support and guidance. Cremation has taken place. A private family memorial service will be held on Monday, January 28 at the chapel of Glen Eden Funeral Home. Flowers are gratefully declined. Donations may be made to The Parkinson Foundation of Canada, 204 - 825 Sherbrook St., Winnipeg, MB R3A 1M5. Arrangements are entrusted to: GLEN EDEN FUNERAL HOME 4477 MAIN STREET 338-7111

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 26, 2002