ZACK (ZACCHEUS) HAMILTON

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ZACK (ZACCHEUS) HAMILTON (Leader of the Geese) Surrounded by love and in the presence of his family, Zack passed away on Monday, July 18, 2005. Zack was born February 20, 1949 in Cross Lake, MB. He was a devoted husband to Lynn, and a generous, loving grandfather to Jared, Michael, and goddaughter Amanda, with whom he shared a special love, expressed in outings to the beach and playing miniature golf. He will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by stepchildren Daryl and Lisa. Zack was an artist and a craftsman whose skilled hands and eyes could carve, paint, and build. Raised in the Catholic faith, he also embraced aboriginal beliefs and culture. Zack lived life to the fullest. He lived as one with nature and his wide circle of friends is a testament to the love he gave and inspired. Zack was predeceased by his parents Stanley and Ida as well as brothers Tommy and John and sister Justine. He leaves to mourn his son, Tyson, brothers Henry, Joseph and Floyd, and sister Marie-Louise and their families. At the time of his passing, Zack was employed by Inner-City Renovations as a carpenter/ electrician. The family extends a heart-felt thank you to the staff of the SICU at Health Sciences Centre for their kindness and care, and to Scott Pruden who provided loving support to the family during Zack's last moments. Friends and family are invited to a celebration of Zack's life in the chapel of Voyage Funeral Home 220 Hespeler Ave., July 21 at 1:00 p.m., with viewing one-half hour prior. Interment will take place in Cross Lake. Oh the river flows, the free wind blows, The seasons pass away, And the wild geese fly in the autumn sky, But they'll be back some day. Arrangements entrusted to: VOYAGE FUNERAL HOME CREMATORIUM 220 Hespeler Ave @ Henderson Hwy. 668-3151

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 20, 2005