NORMAN ARTHUR JONES

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NORMAN ARTHUR JONES October 15, 1922 - October 16, 2004 Norman Arthur Jones passed away peacefully, with his family by his side, on Saturday, October 16, 2004, at the Riverview Health Centre, at the age of 82 years. Predeceased by his parents, Harry and Lizzie Jones; brothers, Walter and Leslie; sister Eileen and infant sister Joyce. Dad is survived by his wife of 53 years Mary; children, Norman (Charlene) and Susan (Robert) Watchman; grandchildren, Ryan and Kelsey. He is also survived by his sisters, Gladys Pihulak, Sheila (Jack) Armstrong; brother Ken (Doreen) Jones; sisters-in-law, Dorothy Jones and Betty Jones; brother-in-law Norman MacDonald; numerous nieces and nephews, wonderful neighbours and lifelong friends. Special thanks to Kathy and Ron for all of their support. He will also be missed by his four legged companion Max. Dad was born in London, England on October 15, 1922. He came to Canada as a toddler and grew up in East Kildonan. As a young man, Dad joined the Navy in 1940 where he served during the Second World War. Dad returned to the printing industry after the war, where he was employed by Wallingford Press for over 50 years. In his retirement years, he enjoyed the time spent with his family and friends and his Saturday afternoons at the Legion. Dad was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and friend. Grandpa took great pride in both of his grandchildrens accomplishments. He greeted everyone with that warm sincere smile that made you feel like you knew him for a lifetime. Dad enjoyed watching all sports. He was an avid golfer, curler and league bowler. Dad was a member of the West Kildonan Legion and Capital Lodge No. 136 from which he was quite proud to receive his 50 year pin in 2001. The family would like to extend their deepest appreciation to the wonderful and caring staff at the Palliative Care Unit, 3 East at Riverview Health Centre for their special care and friendship. Memorial service will be held on Wednesday, October 20, 2:00 p.m. at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main St. with The Rev. Mary Lysecki officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Riverview Palliative Care Foundation. CROPO FUNERAL CHAPEL 586-8044

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 19, 2004