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MELVIN ROBERT CHRISTIE
Born: May 16, 1930
Date of Passing: Nov 26, 2003
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MELVIN ROBERT CHRISTIE Peacefully, on Wednesday, November 26, 2003 at his residence, Melvin Christie, aged 73 years, of Winnipeg Beach. He is survived by his beloved wife of 25 years, Jo Anne; his daughter Jamie (Gary), son Bob (Brenda) and their mother Joyce; his stepchildren, Josie (Neil), Debbie (Glen), Marc and David; and grandchildren, Christie, Nolan, Kianna, Jana (Gunnar), Marla, Jill, Kristin, Matthew and Paul. Melvin was predeceased by his parents, Frank and Mary, his stepfather Edward, stepson Paul Jacobucci and granddaughter Jenna Avery. Melvin was born in Binscarth, MB. on May 16, 1930. He was an active member in the Royal Canadian Legion Branch No. 182 in Gimli. He enjoyed travelling to Russell and B.C. to visit his children and grandchildren, their winters in Arizona and summers in Winnipeg Beach. In keeping with his wishes, cremation has taken place a Celebration of his life will be held at his home in Winnipeg Beach on Sunday, November 30 from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. A private family interment will take place at a later date in Binscarth, MB. The family would like to express their heartfelt thanks to Dr. Z. Weisenthal, his homecare workers, Brenda, Sandra, Eleanor, Debbie, Linda S., Linda R., Eileen and Colleen. Also special thanks to Sandi and Ken for being with us through the years. In lieu of flowers, donations in Melvins memory can be made to CancerCare MB, 675 McDermot Ave., Winnipeg, R3E 0V9 or the Gimli Community Health Centre, Box 1710, Gimli, MB, R0C 1B0. Gilbart Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 29, 2003