BERTRAM ELLIS PATZER

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BERTRAM ELLIS PATZER Peacefully, surrounded by family members, on December 30, 2002, Bert Patzer, aged 68 years, of Beaconia, MB, beloved husband of Mariyln, passed away after a brief battle with cancer. Left to mourn is his loving wife of 46 years, Marilyn; his daughters, Shelly (Howard), Shannon (Doug), Karen (Don) his sons, Rory (Tara), Bentley (Lill), Jody (Tracey) his cherished grandchildren, Lindsey, Matthew, Lisa, Tammy, Christie, Roralee, Crystal Rae, James, Brock, Garry, Rory, Justis, Dawson, Cody and Scarlet; two sisters, Rose and Pat; two sisters-in-law, Julia and June; as well as aunts, uncles, and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Bert was predeceased by eldest son Garry; his brothers, Blair and Claeburne; and his parents Roy and Miranda. Bert was born on June 21, 1934, in Balsam Bay, MB. He worked at many jobs prior to joining the RCMP in 1974 and was stationed at the Winnipeg International Airport. He thoroughly enjoyed his career and made many friends over the years. Retiring in 1994, Bert then worked for Oceans and Fisheries, as well as By-law Officer for three summer seasons. Again he enjoyed his work and gained many more friends and acquaintances. Bert was a loving, gentle and thoughtful husband, father and grandfather who loved his family dearly. He was very proud of his family and made sure they always came first in his life. He had a great sense of humour, and was a happy, friendly man who always had a smile on his face. Bert enjoyed music and was always playing the guitar and singing. In keeping with his wishes, cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held on Friday, January 3, 2003, at 1:30 p.m. in the Gilbart Funeral Chapel, Selkirk, with Rev. Judy Wittmore and Rev. Fraser Hunter officiating. A private family interment will take place at a later date in the Balsam Bay Cemetery. Honorary pallbearers will be his grandsons, Brock, Garry, Justis, Dawson, Rory and Cody. The family wishes to extend their thanks to Dr. Corder and all the staff at the Beausejour Health Center for their kind and loving care. In lieu of flowers, donations in Berts memory can be made to CancerCare Manitoba, Box 2248 Stn. Main, Winnipeg, MB R3C 9Z9. Rest in Peace, Dad and Papa. We Love You. Gilbart Funeral Home, Selkirk in care of arrangements.

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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 03, 2003