MAX SIMOVITCH

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MAX SIMOVITCH July 4, 2004 Peacefully under the care of staff, family and friends at the Convalescent Home of Winnipeg. Max was predeceased by parents, Morris and Lottie Simovitch; sister Sophie and brother-in-law Mooney Averback. He is survived by his loving wife Phyllis; her sons, Dan (Pam) and Lindsay Saunders; grandchildren, Tracy, Riley (Julie) of Kelowna, BC, Tannis Reichert (Rob) of Lac du Bonnet, MB, Adam and Evan Saunders of Carman, MB; nephews, David, Paul and Benjie Averback, his cousins, family and dear friends and neighbours, as well as great-grandchildren, Hudson, Hunter and Gabriel Reichert, Jaiden and Avery Saunders. Max was raised in the Elmwood area of Winnipeg. While he was considered a Major League baseball prospect he enlisted in the services (RCAF) during the Second World War and spent wartime in the Maritimes. After completing the service Max joined Rice Sportswear Ltd. as a sales representative calling on quality mens clothing stores from Saskatchewan through to Quebec. He was devoted to the Arts in Winnipeg, in particular, the Winnipeg Symphony, Chamber music and the Royal Winnipeg Ballet. His passion however belonged to West Hawk Lake where he built with friends his special home away from home close to McDougals Landing in 1954. It was there he developed a special fondness for the water. His personal favourites were his handcrafted Y-Flyer and the Sheppard. Another special treat for Max was his home on Cambridge where he enjoyed puttering year round whether it be gardening, painting or simply sitting in the great room in front of a roaring fire listening to his bride Phyllis playing the piano. He also enjoyed his regular jaunts with his boyhood baseball pals and business friends at Alycias regaling fond memories in past days. He is now at peace and those who have known Max are better people because of his friendship and generosity. Sleep well Max, knowing you will be missed, a legacy has been left to all you have touched. As per his wishes his ashes will be spread at West Hawk Lake. In lieu of flowers, donations to made in Maxs name to the YMHA, Rose and Max Rady Community Centre or the Alzheimers Society.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 10, 2004