FREDERIC WARDELL DUVAL

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FREDERIC WARDELL DUVAL Frederic Wardell DuVal passed away peacefully in his sleep May 14, 2002. He is survived by his wife Ethel Winnifred; children, Fred (Lois, Kalynn, Trafford), Lindsay (Dr. Scott Sutherland, Anne, Duncan, Jeff, Laura), Edward (Ruth Dahl), Bill (Debbie, Katrina, Kendra, Kyle) his sister Lorna Stone (Conrad and family) his sisters-in-law, Barbara DuVal and Hellan Currie; and numerous nieces and nephews. Fred was predeceased by his parents, Mr. Justice Paul Guyot DuVal and Isabel; and his brother Paul. Fred graduated from the University of Manitoba Medical School in 1950. He received his Fellowship of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1956 and Diplomate of the American Board of Surgery in 1957. He completed additional training in general surgery at Memorial Sloan Kettering in New York and the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto. He was an Associate Professor at the University of Manitoba and was on active staff at the Health Sciences Centre and Childrens Hospital. One of his favourite pastimes was teaching students and residents. He was one of two founding members of the "Surgery Can Be Fun Club" and for many years provided pathology sessions for the residents. As the recipient of "Staffman of the Year" and the Dept. of Anaesthesias "Surgeon of the Year" awards, his passion for teaching was recognized. He served on, and was Chair of, numerous University and Hospital Committees including terms as the President of the Medical Staff of Childrens Hospital, President of the Medical Staff Council at Health Sciences Centre, Head of the Section of General Surgery (Health Sciences Centre), Director of the Day Surgery Program and Chair of the Planning Committee (Health Sciences Centre). Fred also participated in local and national associations, serving as Secretary to the Manitoba Medical Association, President of the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Manitoba, Treasurer and member of the Executive of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. His involvement in the community was as extensive as his professional commitment. He served as Chairman of the DuVal Foundation of Knox United Church from 1985 to his death, was Chairman of the Board of Manitoba Blue Cross, Director of Blue Cross Life Insurance of Canada and as a hockey coach when his children were young. He loved his years as a general and pediatric surgeon in private practice. One of Freds greatest joys was time spent at his lake cottage in Farlane, ON with his children and grandchildren. Fred was an honourable and compassionate man. He was generous with his time and was always willing to listen and help people with their difficulties. The care of his family and patients was the core of his life. This remarkable man will be missed. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, May 23, at Knox United Church, 400 Edmonton St., Winnipeg. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The DuVal Foundation Knox United Church, 400 Edmonton St., Winnipeg, The Childrens Hospital Foundation of Manitoba Inc., 501 - 840 Sherbrook St., or the charity of your choice. THOMSON FUNERAL CHAPELS 783-7211

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 18, 2002