WILLIAM ALFRED BARNETT

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WILLIAM ALFRED BARNETT August 31, 1923 - March 20, 2005 It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather William Alfred Barnett at the age of 81. Dad passed away peacefully in his sleep after a lengthy hard fought illness at Selkirk General Hospital. Dad will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his wife of 58 years, Mae; and his 10 children, Tom (Marlyne), Donna, Wayne (Irma), Ken (Linda), Mike, Shirley (Dave), Rob (Sherry), Gail (Greg), Sean (Sandy), Carey (Cherie). Dad is also survived and will be sadly missed by his 19 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Dad was predeceased by his mother Kathleen; and father Alfred; as well as brothers, Tom, Frank and Herb; and sisters, Helen, Kae and Lillian. Dad served as a volunteer in the Second World War with the PPCLI from 1942 to 1945. Dad served in Italy, France, Germany, Africa and England. Dad also served in Korea with the Black Watch as a Medic from 1952 to 1954. Dad was very proud of his military service and his service to his country. Dad left the military and was employed by the Winnipeg School Division until his retirement on June 23, 1988. Dad's hobbies consisted of cartooning, fishing and travelling when the opportunity arose. Dad's skill as a cartoonist often brightened the days of family, friends and co-workers. Viewing will take place on Wednesday, March 23 at the Knysh Funeral Chapel, 1020 Main St., from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Funeral services will be on Thursday, March 24 at 2:00 p.m., also at the chapel. Interment to follow at Brookside Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Alf's sons, Tom, Wayne, Ken, Rob, Carey and Mike. In lieu of flowers, if friends so desire, memorial donations may be made to the Fire Fighters Burn Fund, 303 - 83 Garry St., 783-1733. KNYSH FUNERAL CHAPEL 582-0973

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Mar 23, 2005