DONALD EDWIN ELKE

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DONALD EDWIN ELKE Peacefully on August 27, 2004, Don passed away at Selkirk General Hospital. Don and his twin brother were born to Bill and Frieda Elke on January 17, 1941 in Amaranth where he was raised. He was predeceased by his father in 1967. Don will be lovingly remembered by his mother Freida; his best friend and wife of 40 years, June; daughter Shannon (Mike) son Trent (Anita) six grandchildren, Stefanie, A.J., Cheyanne, Ashlee, Emilee and T.J. (We love you Papa). Also left to mourn, sisters, Ilene, Dorothy (Wayne) brothers, Ron (Terry), David (Sandy) and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Don worked most of his life as a golf course supt. and ice maker. He enjoyed both even if it was hard work. The last year and a half of Dons life he battled a rare heart disease. Thank you to all the staff at Selkirk General Hospital. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, August 31 at 1:00 p.m. at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main St. In lieu of flowers, donations may be in Donalds memory to the Heart and Stroke Foundation. "We will all miss you and your love will remain in our hearts." CROPO FUNERAL CHAPEL 586-8044

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Aug 30, 2004