RICHARD (DICK) IVAN BARBEAU

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RICHARD (DICK) IVAN BARBEAU It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Richard Barbeau at the Grace Hospital on January 11, 2004 at the age of 82. Dick leaves to mourn his beloved wife Margaret (nee Grace) daughters, Deborah Hickson (Jim) and Janice Bain (Sandy) and son Donald (Lorrie) along with five grandchildren, Kelly, Jaime, Colin, Jared Hickson and his newborn grandson Taige Richard Cy Barbeau who will all lovingly remember him as a wonderful husband, father and grandfather. Dick, lovingly called "Poopsie" by family and friends was known for his generosity, concern and care for other people. He had a great sense of humour, which helped us all in his final days. He was an active member of St. Charles Roman Catholic Church and became acquainted with most of the parishioners, many of whom became good friends. He loved the little children who came up to him to "give him five" every Sunday. Richard was born in Montreal in November 13, 1921. At the age of 19, he joined the Royal Canadian Navy and served aboard the HMCS "Forest Hill" on convoy duty between Newfoundland and Londonderry, Ireland. His passion was golfing - how he loved being on the course with his buddies Art King, Fred Auger, and Gerry Desjardin, as well as many other golf friends at the air base. The family is very appreciative of all the support, assistance and kindness so generously given by many friends and the nursing staff 2nd floor South and 4th floor South who were so very attentive to his every need. They are indeed "Angels" and may God Bless them all. A special thank you to Captain Faye Shail, Chaplain, who was so very kind to the family and especially to Dick, who "saluted" her every time she came in to visit as well as when prayers were over. Thank you Faye for all the hugs, songs and prayers. Cremation has taken place. To celebrate Richards life a Funeral Mass will be said at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 13, at St. Charles Roman Catholic Church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Manitoba Cancer Society. Rest in peace, my darling, we love you and will miss you. Margaret and Family. LECLAIRE BROTHERS in care of arrangements. 775-2220

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 13, 2004