CYRIL KENT WOOD

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CYRIL KENT WOOD Peacefully on October 12, 2004, passed away at the age of 92. Born in Winnipeg, MB, May 25, 1912 Cyril eventually met and married Laura Shersby in October, 1935. At that time, Cyrils father had purchased a parcel of bush just north and east of Balmoral. Being the "dirty thirties" the young newly married couple had no other options but to move away from the city and begin the struggle to brush out a small mixed farming operation, build a home and raise a family. Anyone who knew Cyril knew of his great affinity for animals that ultimately made farming difficult for him! Every cow, workhorse, chicken and pig had much more value to him than mere "marketplace." Cyril was a "dogs best friend" and throughout his life he had many a stalwart companion. He will also be remembered by family and friends for his quiet strength and rich deep voice and laughter. In 1955, Cyril and Laura moved to a home and smaller acreage situated closer to Balmoral. Here they continued to raise hogs until the 1970s when Cyril began work as a Security Guard for Bristol Aerospace at their Propellant Plant east of Stonewall. He retired at age 65 and he and Laura began to enjoy much more leisure time at their beloved cottage at Laclu. Cyril was predeceased by his wife, Laura in 1998 and daughter June in 1976. He is survived by his son Wayne (Eileen) of Teulon; grandchildren, Wendy (Ron), Kent (Ruth), Sherry (Glen) in Manitoba and Sherry (Bob), Diane (Rick), Kim and Debbie in Ontario; and numerous great grandchildren. The family would like to thank Drs. Graham, Pillay and McTaggart, the wonderful nursing staff at Teulon Hunter Memorial Hospital and staff at the Teulon Medical Clinic, Cancer Care Manitoba and Winnipeg Health Science Centre. Cremation has taken place with MacKenzie Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. A private interment will take place at Victoria Cemetery in Balmoral at a later date. If friends so desire, donations may be made to the Teulon Hunter Memorial Hospital or Cancer Care Manitoba. "To everything there is a season"

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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 16, 2004