DONALD HJALMAR HENRY KINNER

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DONALD HJALMAR HENRY KINNER It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing our dear husband, father and grandfather Donald Hjalmar Henry Kinner at his home on March 24, 2004 at the age of 65 years. He leaves to mourn his loving wife of 36 years, Gloria; son Glen; daughters, Cheryl (Rob) and Tracy (Kelly) one grandson Lachlan; sister Elsie (Henry) Golis of Winnipeg; brothers, Edward (Linda) and Raymond (Pat) both of Thunder Bay, ON and many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Donald was born in Port Arthur, ON on February 8, 1939. He was predeceased by his father at the age of six and by his mother when he was eight years old. His childhood upbringing became quite unsettled but he continued to keep a strong family connection wherever he resided. A very special friend in his life was always, Mrs. Sybil Johnson whom he loved dearly and remembered often. He lived briefly with his grandparents until their passing. Grandpa Kinner had a shoemaker shop and his grandmother cooked traditional Finnish food. Don was always proud of his familys Finnish heritage and he kept close ties with his sister and brothers. He believed in the strength of family. Donald apprenticed as a printer in Port Arthur and later moved to Winnipeg and worked in the printing industry. He knew his trade well and got hired at the Manitoba Teachers Society where he worked for 30 years until his retirement in 1999. Donald married in 1967 to Gloria and enjoyed his life with his children. He travelled east and west many times to visit relatives. He enjoyed fishing, camping and golfing with his brothers, his children and friends. He also enjoyed photography and he had a special natural talent for art. Since 1969 he was a longtime member of the Canadian German Society and a member of Legion #215. Funeral service will be held on Tuesday, March 30, at 2:00 p.m., with viewing at 1:00 p.m. at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main St. Rev. Don McIntyre officiating. His wishes were to be cremated and to be reunited with his parents in the Thunder Bay cemetery. Following the ceremony a gathering of family and friends will be held at the lower level, Canadian German Society, 386 McGregor St. at Mountain Avenue. If friends so desire, donations may be made to the charity of ones choice. CROPO FUNERAL CHAPEL 586-8044

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Mar 29, 2004