MANUEL "MANDY" HELPER

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MANUEL "MANDY" HELPER Manuel "Mandy" Helper, born May 20, 1913, gently passed away on October 10, 2004 at Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre. Married to Yetta (Orenstein) his beloved wife of 65 years. Father of Michael (Bonnie), Barbara (Rodney Slonim), Margo (Gregory Forrest) grandfather of Jeffrey, Cara and Steven Helper, Mark and Todd Slonim; great-grandfather of Melanie Cohn and Jaxson Helper. Mandy was much loved and will be truly missed by all his family including his nephews, nieces and close family friends. He will remain in our hearts and be a part of us, forever! Services were officiated on October 12 by Sid Halter at Shaarey Shomayim Synagogue. Pallbearers were Dr. Rodney Slonim, Todd Slonim, Dr. Steven Helper, Terry Hurtig, Don Devereaux and Dino Devuono. Honorary pallbearers were Saul Laskin, Paul Cooper, Bill Shaen, Dr. Jerry Stitt and Stan Segal. As a younger man, Mandy worked in the hotel industry and was manager of the Empire Hotel in Fort William. In November 1939 Mandy enlisted in the Royal Canadian Active Air Force which he served for more than five years. He ranked as Pilot Officer and Flight Lieutenant in the RCAF Special Reserve. Mandy spent the majority of his business career working diligently in the furniture business. Beyond work, Mandy displayed a wide range of interests throughout his life. As a sportsman, he began a highly successful career in running and football. These were replaced by handball and golf as he grew older. He participated in many other sports as well. Mandy shared his passion for chess, bridge and cribbage with his friends, children and grandchildren. Mandy was a 32nd degree Mason and lifetime member of Bnai Brith Lodge. The essence of Mandy was captured by all who honoured him - mainly his "joie de vivre" and his love and loyalty to family and close friends. Mandys deep passion and devotion for Yetta influenced all his lifetime decisions and made a lasting impression on everyone. Flowers gratefully declined. If desired, memorial donations in Mandys memory may be made to the charity of your choice. On-line Condolences at www.jenkens-funeral.ca www.obitbulkloaduariestoday.com JENKENS FUNERAL HOME CREMATION & RECEPTION CENTRE

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 15, 2004