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JOE BENTLEY GAMEY
Born: Apr 06, 1952
Date of Passing: Aug 25, 2002
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JOE BENTLEY GAMEY It is with a heavy heart that we announce the sudden passing of Joe Bentley Gamey on August 25, 2002, at the Grace Hospital. Joe was born on April 6, 1952, and became the foster son of Lawrence and Mae Gamey of Strathclair, MB. He spent his youth on the farm at Strathclair later moving to Winnipeg where he took several courses and worked at several jobs. In 1977, he married Leslie Locke and their only child, Sabrina, was born October 5, 1978. For a number of years he chose to be a "House Mom". Since 1993, Joe has been employed at 17 Wing by DND, working with Squadrons 401 and 435 forming many friendships. The arrival of his granddaughter Amethyst Cheyenne on May 12, 1999, brought immeasurable joy to his life. Another important milestone was celebrated on July 29, 2002, when he and Leslie marked their Silver Anniversary. He was predeceased by his father Lawrence in 1980 and his father-in-law Joe Locke in 1986. Joe is survived by his wife Leslie; daughter Sabrina; granddaughter Amethyst (Amsy) mother Mae Gamey; brother Douglas (Marilyn) of Strathclair; sister Muriel Gamey of Neepawa; mother-in-law Lynn Locke; brothers-in-law, Bob (Muriel), Ian (Leah) Locke; sister-in-law Kathy (Brian) Cava; and many nieces and nephews. The family wishes to thank the City of Winnipeg Paramedics and Fire Department as well as the caring staff and chaplain services at Grace Hospital. Flowers are gratefully declined. Donations may be made in Joes memory to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 301-352 Donald St. Winnipeg, MB, R3B 2H8 or CancerCare Manitoba, ON109 - 675 McDermot Ave., Winnipeg, MB, R3E 0V9. In accordance with Joes wishes, cremation has taken place. To celebrate his life a gathering of friends and relatives will be held on Thursday, August 29 at 3:00 p.m. in the Chapel Lawn Funeral Homes Reception Centre, 4000 Portage Ave. A loving, kind, gentle Son, Husband, Dad, Grandpa and Friend. Until we meet again my sweet old man. Arrangements entrusted to: CHAPEL LAWN FUNERAL HOME CEMETERY AND CREMATORIUM 885-9715
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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Aug 28, 2002
Condolences & Memories (2 entries)
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My gentle giant in heaven I wish I could have met you you:( I always know you’re with me, my guardian angel 🕊️🤍 - Posted by: Taylor (Granddaughter ) on: May 07, 2023
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It's been almost 11 years now since we lost one of the greatest men the world has been graced with. Since his passing we've had others come to join him in the stars with the angels; his sweet lil Amsy is 14 and about to start high school and is active in air cadets as per his wishes; Taylor his second granddaughter was born and his Dolly has ventured into university. Not a day goes by that we don't miss or think of him. He was my truest hero, an amazing dad, friend, uncle, grandpa, husband, neighbour, and all around good guy. The world keeps turning and we continue to carry on, and yet, life just isn't the same without him. And darnit, I just can't seem to replicate his yummmmmmmy receipes no matter how hard I try :) Loving u forever, and know u r always watching over us! Hugs to the stars Daddy! Xoxo, your babies Amsy & Taylor, and Sabrina - Posted by: Sabrina Gamey (daughter) on: Jun 19, 2013