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PETER BLAKE
Born: Mar 04, 1918
Date of Passing: Dec 20, 2003
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryPETER BLAKE March 4, 1918 - December 20, 2003 Suddenly at his residence on December 20, 2003, Peter Blake, aged 85, passed away. Peter was predeceased by his wife Stephanie; parents, Michael and Stephania and brother John Bilyk. He is survived by his daughter Drusyla Morgana; son Derek Blake; sisters, Lena Parachuk and Elsie Henlesia; seven grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, as well as numerous nieces, nephews and friends. Peter grew up in Hadashville, MB, before moving to Winnipeg. Peter worked for CPR, then moved to Saskatchewan where he worked as a miner. He was also a member of the Royal Canadian Naval Volunteer Reserve. Eventually he settled in Winnipeg where he sold real estate for 10 years before moving to Canada Post, where he remained until his retirement. Peter was also a member of the 141 Canadian Legion for several years. Memorial service will be held on Saturday, December 27 at 1:00 p.m. at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main St. CROPO FUNERAL CHAPEL 586-8044
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 24, 2003