DOUGLAS LOCKHART

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DOUGLAS LOCKHART It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend on November 17, 2003, at Riverview Health Centre, at the age of 75 years. Doug will be greatly missed by his wife Beryl; children, Laurie, Janice (Dave) Whillans; daughter-in-law Angela Wilson; beloved grandchildren, Kyla and Brett Whillans and Aidan and Rowan Lockhart; sister Doris (Jack) Latter; sister-in-law Marilyn Lockhart; brother-in-law Gary Aldcorn; nieces, Carol and Sandra Latter, Linda Block, Leslie and Jody Aldcorn; and nephews, Gord Latter, Gord and Jamie Aldcorn, Trevor and Ross Lockhart. He was predeceased by his parents Ernest and Mary Lockhart; his brother Ernie Lockhart; and beloved son Cal Lockhart. Doug was born in Winnipeg on August 7, 1928, and attended Isaac Brock and graduated from Daniel McIntyre School where he made many life-long friendships. He was an active member of Chalmers United Church, where he met and later married his wife Beryl in 1953. After moving to Fort Garry where they raised their three children, Doug continued his community commitments through coaching and leadership at Victoria Community Club and he sat on numerous committees at Fort Garry United Church. Dougs love for his family was his greatest devotion. He immensely enjoyed his four grandchildren and always took the time to play with them and made each of them feel very unique. His humour, selflessness, strong convictions and joy of life made him a very special person. He was employed by the City of Winnipeg for 40 years, retiring as Superintendent of Tax Collection in 1987. His lengthy retirement allowed both of them the opportunity to spend winters in the south and summers at their treasured cottage at Lake of the Woods, where many lasting memories were formed. Doug loved the game of golf and he spoke fondly of his golfing buddies. He enjoyed curling at the Fort Rouge and Heather Curling Clubs. He faced his illness and tragic death of his son with marvelous courage and he never once questioned why he had been chosen for this fate; he instead inspired his family and friends, making it easier for us to cope with the outcomes. The family wishes to acknowledge the love, support and encouragement of his many relatives and friends. Special thanks to Dr. R. Hayward, Dr. Ritchie, Dr. Garcia and the wonderful staff at Riverview Health Centre, 3E. A memorial service will be held at Fort Garry United Church, 800 Point Rd., at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday November 22. Honorary Pallbearers are Jack Latter, Dr. Vince Horbay, Al Robertson, Charlie Crowe, Harry Adamson, Al Wareham and Harold Ramsey. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Fort Garry United Church or Riverview Health Centre Foundation, Palliative Care 3E. The greatest gift we ever had Love you forever

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 22, 2003