LEONARD UMPHERVILLE

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LEONARD UMPHERVILLE It is with deep sorrow that the family of Leonard Umpherville announces his passing at the age of 74 years, Tuesday, April 9, 2002, peacefully in his sleep, at St. Anthonys Hospital, The Pas, after a brief illness. He will be lovingly remembered by his daughters, Alice Smith (James), Leona Gurlock (Jim Marshall) son Ron (Heather) Umpherville; grandchildren, Jason Hilton, Merissa (Owen) Thorne, Trista Umpherville, Janelle and Mallory Gurlock, Caleigh, Jory, Brennen, and Daryn Umpherville; great-grandchildren, Kelsea Hilton, Aidan and Julia Thorne; sister Mary McLeod; sisters-in-law, Phyllis Umpherville and Lea Umpherville; brother-in-law Wilfred Truchon; as well as many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife Verna; infant son Raymond; parents, Malcolm and Flora Umpherville; siblings, Albert, Noah, John, Katherine, and Florence. A service of remembrance was held Friday, April 12 at 2:00 p.m. at Christ Church Anglican, The Pas, with Ven. Grahme Spear presiding. Assistants were Jim Atkins and Brent Stewart. Music ministry was the Christ Church Choir and organist Isobel Halcrow. Following the interment service at Lakeside Cemetery, everyone was invited to a time of fellowship and sharing in the Christ Church Hall. If friends so desire, donations made to a charity of ones choice would be appreciated by Leonards family. The family wishes to thank the homecare staff, especially Selma Jantti, 2nd floor nursing staff, Dr. A. Ahweng, and those who showed Dad kindness and compassion. Special thanks to Mary Ann Delaronde, his niece, who stepped in to care for our Dad when we were not able to. A big hug to our cousin Tina Umpherville for all the suppers she provided. Thanks also to Bruce Constant, Ven. Grahme Spear, and the Anglican Church ladies for lunch after the service. Hemauer Funeral Home, The Pas, were in care of arrangements. 623-3261.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 19, 2002