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ALEXANDER PETER RILEY JOSEPHSON
Born: Jan 13, 1985
Date of Passing: Aug 27, 2005
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryALEXANDER PETER RILEY JOSEPHSON January 13, 1985 - August 27, 2005 It is with immense sorrow that the families of Alexander Josephson announce the tragic passing of their son, grandson and brother on Saturday, August 27, 2005. Alex was predeceased by his beloved guardian angels, his Amma and Afi, Oli and Rosebjorg Josephson. He is survived by his mother Tracy Nesbitt (Steve Stephanson); his father Peter Josephson (Wendy); his brothers, Johann, Jack and Caelan; grandparents, Michael Nesbitt and D.A. Nesbitt, Elizabeth Medland, Jack and Brenda Stephanson; as well as numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Alex was born on January 13, 1985, at Toronto's Mount Sinai Hospital. He and his family returned to Winnipeg in 1986. Alex attended St. John's Ravenscourt and Robert H. Smith during elementary school and graduated with his high school diploma from St. John's Ravenscourt in 2003. He was enrolled in the Commerce Programme at Queen's University in Kingston. Alex was an incredibly bright, intense and gifted academic who would have succeeded in any field of endeavor he might have undertaken. Alex was a talented athlete and valued team player with an exceptional sense of fair play. Although he loved playing soccer, rugby, golf, ultimate, Alex especially loved his time on and off the ice with his Ravenscourt teammates. One of his favourite memories occurred when he and his teammates won the Provincial High School Hockey Championship with Alex named to the Provincial All Star team. He was given the honour of being elected as the Sports Prefect for Senior school in his final year at SJR. Alex's other passions included time spent at the lakes (Minaki, Kenora and Clearwater Bay) as well as all of his golden retrievers. Alex will be missed in many ways: his support for his friends, his wry sense of humour, his laugh, his generous spirit and his joy of life. Alex's family would like to express our deep appreciation for all the love and kindness provided by the Spiers, Thiessen, Slough and Penman families to Alex over the last several months. A service honouring Alex's memory will be held on Thursday, September 1 at 2:00 p.m. at St. George's Anglican Church at 168 Wilton Street at Grosvenor. In lieu of flowers, a scholarship will be established in Alex's memory. Donations can be made to Michael Nesbitt, Trustee of the Alex Josephson Memorial Fund, in care of Montrose Mortgage, 1110- 220 Graham Ave., Winnipeg, MB R3C 4L5. BARDAL FUNERAL HOME CREMATORIUM 843 Sherbrook Street, 774-7474 Condolences: www.bardal.ca
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Aug 30, 2005
Condolences & Memories (11 entries)
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Continue to miss you. Think about you most days, man. Saw many of your old crew today. Know you’re looking down over everyone. - Posted by: Tom Ripley (Friend) on: Feb 18, 2023
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Drifted apart in the later years of highschool, but will never forget the good times we had (Notre Dame trip, Minnetonka hockey trip - dropping fart bombs in the elevator), night out near Kingston walking the streets near BH. Can't believe it's been 12 years, miss you buddy. Ryan - Posted by: Ryan () on: Nov 25, 2017
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Thinking about you Alex. - Posted by: rj () on: Oct 04, 2013
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The family may not know me, but I was Alex (or A-Rod's) canmate (shared a common bathroom) in first year at Stuart Residence at Queen's. Speaking for our entire Stewy 2 floor family, we were all saddened to hear of Alex's tragic accident. Alex was a classy guy in all respects and we loved having him as floormate - he brought colour and vibrancy to the Stewy 2 family. Myself and all of us from his floor in first year express our deepest condolences to his family, and are glad to have known him for the time we did. - Posted by: Jeff Larcina (Friend) on: Sep 06, 2005
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I feel for you. - Posted by: Paul Bernard (Friend) on: Sep 02, 2005
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Dearest Tracy, Peter, and families, Barry and I were deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Alex. Our thoughts are with you at this time. We will always remember those little blonde heads zooming by in the boat at Minaki. - Posted by: Barry and Peggy Gordon (Family) on: Sep 02, 2005
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Dear Peter & Wendy We sent a card but I want to personally say how sorry we were to hear of Alex’s accident. I know that you have had challenges as Alex has grown up these thing go with that phase. I can only wish that you remember the laughter and good times as I do. In time your sorrow will lessen. I know your strength together will help you through this time. If I can be of any help please do not hesitate to contact me. Doug & Helen - Posted by: Doug & Helen Bruce (Friend) on: Sep 01, 2005
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I loved Alex with all of my heart he was my house mate as well as one of my best friends. I am heart broken that i will not be at the funeral but what comforts me is that Alex is now not only in Winnipeg but everywhere, with everyone who needs him. Alex was the kindest, realest, heart of gold I have ever come across, and I wish his family my deepest sympathy. Alex was a great man, he is in Heaven. I thank God, who graced me with the absolute miracle of knowing Alex Josephson. God Bless you. - Posted by: Sean McCarthy (Friend) on: Aug 31, 2005
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Our deepest sympathy to all the family. - Posted by: Bennetta Martin (Family) on: Aug 30, 2005
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I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Alex. It will be a very hard time for everyone but I am confident you will be comforted by the memories you have of him and the love and support from everyone around. My thoughts and prayers are with everyone at this terrible time. Rachel - Posted by: Rachel Ingram (Family) on: Aug 30, 2005
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Dear Peter and Tracy and families: Our hearts were broken when we heard the news of Alex's passing. In reading about him it is very easy to see why he will be greatly missed by his families and friends. Peter and Tracy, I know this will be a very hard time for you and your families and I pray that you will all find the strength to continue to hold onto the wonderful memories Alex has left everyone. Our thoughts and prayers go out to each of you. May you find strength in each other's love and admiration for Alex. - Posted by: Rosslyn & Dennis Anaka & family (Family) on: Aug 30, 2005