ALBERT JOHN OLIVER THORSTEINSON

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ALBERT JOHN OLIVER THORSTEINSON It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our dear father and grandfather Albert Thorsteinson, aged 90 years, on Tuesday, December 21, 2004 at the E.M. Crowe Memorial Hospital in Eriksdale, MB. He leaves to mourn six sons, Raymond (Joan), Arthur (Margaret), Eric (Verna), Clifford (Sandra), Larry (Susan) and Garry (Tracy); five daughters, Patsy (John), Dianne (Ivan), Carol (Paul), Dorothy (Normand) and Bonnie Lynn (Carey); his grandchildren and great-grandchildren; son-in-law Arnold; sister Rose; sisters-in-law, Esther (Bill), Ethel (Arthur); and brothers-in-law, Arthur (Barbara) and Fred. He was predeceased by his wife Florence; his parents, Barney and Annie; brother Gordon (Chrissie); sisters, Lillian, Frances (Eddie), Marjorie; and granddaughter Cheyenne; parents-in-law and many sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law. Dad was a devoted family man. Family gatherings were his greatest pleasure. Since his retirement from MTS he enjoyed spending time in his garden and working around the house. A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, January 4, 2005, at the Lundar Legion Hall with Pastor Bill Watson officiating. Service will conclude at the Hall and an interment will be held at a later date. Honorary pallbearers will be all his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Rest in peace our devoted father and loving grandfather Papa T. Until we meet again. We Love You. The family wishes to extend their sincere thanks to Dr. Burnett and staff at the Eriksdale Hospital and Lundar Personal Care Home for their care and kindness to our father. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of one's choice. Arrangements by Arnason Funeral Homes Ltd. Ashern - Lundar 1-204-768-2072

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 31, 2004