COLIN GEORGE MILNE

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COLIN GEORGE MILNE With great sorrow, the family announces after a lengthy illness the passing of Colin Milne, beloved husband of Eileen at the St. Norbert Nursing Home on January 23, 2003, with his family by his side. Lovingly cherished by his wife Eileen; children, Colleen (Wayne), Schlamb, Robin (Lynne) Milne, Sherry (Rick) Raffey, Carol Hart and Bonnie (Dave) Scott; grandchildren, Kelly (Carmen), Tracy and Dale Schlamb; Kerri Milne; Shannon, Brandy, Carly and Scott Raffey; Shelby Hart; Grayson and Piper Scott; sister Mary Wood; and several nieces and nephews. Colin was a devoted husband, loving dad and a wonderful grandpa. Colin was the youngest of seven children of John and Christine Milne, born in Oakner, MB on November 30, 1924. He received his schooling in Oakner and Hamiota. When war broke out, he joined the RCAF and served in Iceland as a wireless operator/air gunner. Returning from overseas, he joined the Winnipeg Police Force, where he served proudly for 34 years. He met his future wife Eileen in Winnipeg, and were married in 1947 and raised five children. He enjoyed many years with the Police Pipe Band, and many trips were made representing the City to the Rose Bowl Parade and the Grey Cup. Colin loves sports of any kind. He played hockey and baseball and in the later years, curling and golf. He was very competitive and loved to win. He expected at least 100 percent of himself and his team mates. He was proud of his trophies and over the years, represented Manitoba in the Seniors and Masters Canadian Play downs. He was a member of No. 60 Army and Navy, Fort Rouge Curling Club, Churchill Park Untied, and the Golden Rule Seniors Club. A BIG thanks to the staff of the St. Norbert Nursing Home. A special thanks to Colleen, who took special care of Dad for the past two years, while supporting the rest of the family. A memorial service will take place Tuesday, January 28 at 2:00 p.m., at Churchill Park United, 525 Beresford, Winnipeg, MB. Donations can be made in Colins memory to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Manitoba, The Heart and Stroke Building, 6 Donald St., Suite 200, Winnipeg, MB R3L 0K6. We all love you, Until we meet again. LEATHERDALE GARDINER 1501 Waverley Street949-4860

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 25, 2003