JACK CLEMENT BIRCH

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JACK CLEMENT BIRCH January 21, 1915 - November 16, 2002 Peacefully on Saturday, November 16, 2002 at the Victoria General Hospital, Jack Birch passed away at the age of 87 years. He was predeceased by his mother Grace, father Clement, and brother Gerald. He will be deeply missed by his beloved wife, Jean, his children, Joan and Andy, and grandchildren, Susanne, Candice, Jesse, Daniel and Ariella, his brother Norman, as well as many nieces and nephews. Jack was born in Winnipeg where he lived his entire life. He served in the Armed Forces for five years and then worked for CBC television for many years until his retirement. The family would like to thank their friends and extended family for their support and all the staff at the Victoria General Hospital who treated Jack with kindness and dignity. Dad will be remembered with love, especially for his generosity, kindness, devotion, and unique sense of humour. A short graveside service will be held at Garry Memorial Park on Tuesday, November 19 at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Canadian Diabetes Association, 102-310 Broadway, Winnipeg, MB, R3C 0S6 or charity of ones choice. LEATHERDALE GARDINER 1501 WAVERLEY ST. 949-4860

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 18, 2002