J.H.C. (HARRIS) WILSON, P. ENG.

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J.H.C. (HARRIS) WILSON, P. ENG. It is with our deepest sorrow we announce the passing of Harris Wilson at the age of 86 years, beloved husband of Dorothy, on Thursday, April 14, 2005, at the Deer Lodge Centre. Harris leaves to cherish his memory, his loving wife of 63 years of marriage, Dorothy, sons, Duncan (Linda), Danny (Ester); grandchildren, Amanda, Bethany, Clayton and Kyle; great-granddaughter Augusta; brother Bill (Luanne); sister Bernice Branigan; sisters-in-law, Helen Wilson, Christine Wilson, June Wilson, Grace Ashcroft, Jessie Robertson, Sally Campbell, Pauline Campbell; nieces, nephews and friends. He was predeceased by his beloved daughter Debbie in 1953, brothers, Duncan, Clayton, James, Harold, and Gerald; and by sisters, Pearl Scott and Fern Elliot. Born and raised in Winnipeg, Harris was the son of Stephen and Margaret Wilson. He graduated from Daniel McIntyre Collegiate and the University of Manitoba. Harris met the love of his life, Dorothy Campbell at Grand Beach and the two married on December 30, 1941. Harris took great pride in his service with the Royal Canadian Navy Volunteer Reserve on coal burning Smoky Joe minesweepers in the North Atlantic during the Second World War. Harris initially worked for the Manitoba Department of Highways and later transferred to Manitoba Hydro where he spent many dedicated and enjoyable years, retiring in 1978, as the Director of the Generation Projects Division. Harris maintained a lifelong friendship with his Hydro friends, meeting every Friday for pizza at the Pembina Highway Gondola for over 40 years. Upon retirement, Harris was busier than ever. Initially, Harris did consulting work for the Nelson River Group. He enjoyed travel both at home and abroad, and built a cottage on the golf course at Sandy Hook. Golfing with friends and family was a favourite pastime. Although Alzheimer's took its effect during his final few years, Harris maintained his terrific sense of humour, dignity, love and passionate concern for his family and friends. Throughout his life, Harris was a pillar of love, strength, knowledge, and dedication for his family and friends. One could always count on Harris for assistance. Harris' funeral service will be held on Wednesday, April 20, at 11:00 a.m. in the Broadway First Baptist Church, 790 Honeyman Ave., with Rev. Fred Rupert officiating. Interment will be held in the Brookside Cemetery, 3001 Notre Dame Ave. For those who wish, viewing will be held prior to the service. Special thanks to Ken Fallis for shepherding Dad to pizza, when dad was no longer capable to drive. Heartfelt appreciation to neighbours, Mike and Eleanor Didur for their friendship and support over the years, helping to extend the time that Harris and Dorothy were able to live in their cherished home. Thanks to family and friends for your love and support. We would like to thank the staff of the Victoria Hospital and the 3rd floor Tower of the Deer Lodge Centre, for their kind and dedicated care. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to either the Alzheimer Society, the Canadian National Institute for the Blind, or a charity of your choice. Forever In Our Hearts Until We Meet Again WOJCIK'S ALL BELIEFS FAITHS FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM 897 - 4665

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 18, 2005