FREDERICK DONALD (DON) HORROCKS

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FREDERICK DONALD (DON) HORROCKS Peacefully on Monday, June 6, 2005 our beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather passed away at the Fred Douglas Lodge at the age of 74 years. Don is survived by his son Bill of Ottawa; daughters, Mary-Ann (Ron) Salter of Winnipeg and Heather Copland of Morris; 12 grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; brother Bill (Esther) Murray of Victoria; brother-in-law Cliff (Ann) Fox of Winnipeg; sister-in-law Molly (Bob) McKay of Flin Flon and many nieces and nephews. Don was predeceased by his parents Lillian and Bill Murray; brothers Tom and Bud Horrocks; son Don and the love of his life Norma on September 1, 1987. Don was born in Winnipeg and married Norma on September 17, 1949. Don joined the army (2 PPCLI) on November 12, 1952. On July 19, 1965 he left the army for medical reasons. He worked for the Corps of Commissionaires for many years until illness forced him to retire. Don was a member of the Legion for 47 years, most of them at General Sir Sam Steele #117. He held many different positions in the Legion over the years. Don was honorary president up until his passing. Don was also a proud member of the PPCLI Association. The family would like to thank the staff at Poseidon Care Centre where he spent seven months and a big thank you to Lorraine and all the staff at Fred Douglas Lodge where he remained until his passing. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, June 11 at 10:30 a.m. at General Sir Sam Steele Legion, 376 Salter St., Winnipeg. In lieu of flowers and because of Don's love for General Sir Sam Steele Legion, donations may be made in Don's memory to General Sir Sam Steele Legion. CROPO FUNERAL CHAPEL 586-8044

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jun 09, 2005