INGVALD ELMER THOMPSON

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INGVALD ELMER THOMPSON Peacefully on Wednesday, January 12, 2005, Ingvald passed away in his sleep at Bethesda Hospital in Steinbach. He leaves behind his loving wife and faithful companion Mary, his children Judy (Len), Wes (Linda), Rhonda (Cliff), Cheryl, and Brad (Susan), 11 grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, three sisters Ruth, Marie, and Joan, and one brother Leonard. He was predeceased by his parents, one brother, two sisters, and many in-laws. Ingvald was born on March 6, 1917. He grew up on a farm in Elm Creek, Manitoba. He met Mary in Oakville, and married in 1947. They moved to Winnipeg and started their family. Dad loved his family. Always loving and caring to all. Their coffee pot was always on with cookies on the table. The family would like to thank Dr. M. Roy and complete nursing staff from Ste. Anne Hospital, who cared for Dad with respect and comfort. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held on Monday, January 17, 2005 at 2:00 p.m. at Green Acres Funeral Home, Hwy. #1 E. at Navin Rd. with a reception to follow. A private family interment will be held in Green Acres Cemetery. In memory of Ingvald, and in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Ste. Anne Hospital Building Fund, 52 St. Girard St., Ste. Anne, MB R5H 1C4. Grieve not too long for me as I am at peace. I loved you all and I know you loved me. GREEN ACRES Funeral Home and Cemetery Hwy. #1 E. at Navin, (204) 222-3241

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 15, 2005