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ROBERT RITTWAGE
Date of Passing: Jul 07, 2012
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ROBERT RITTWAGE It is with great regret that we announce the passing of Robert Rittwage on Saturday, July 7, 2012. Robert is survived by his loving wife Anita of 41 years and daughter Steffanie as well as his brother Raymond (June) of Lockport, MB, and many aunts, cousins and friends. Robert was predeceased by his mother Jessie Rittwage, his father Hubert Edkins, aunts and uncles. Robert started with Manitoba Hydro as a groundsman in May 1966. He worked for Hydro for 40 years as a lineman, district ADO III with the last six years as a Tower Line Inspector. Robert retired in 2006. He really enjoyed working for Hydro and snowmobiling, boating and flying in small planes and helicopters on Hydro's nickel. He had many stories to tell about Customer Relations. In 1985, he joined the Beausejour Fire Department and later became a lieutenant, captain and finally Deputy Fire Chief. He stepped back from the position of Deputy Fire Chief to encourage the younger members to assist in that area. Robert was also a part time tow truck driver for Melnick Motors Ltd. as well as doing Dealer Trade pickups and auction purchases. In this way he was able to have test drives on many new and used vehicles. He really enjoyed riding his motorcycles over the years putting 20,000 km on his most recent ride, a 2009 Burgman. A Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, July 12 at 2:00 p.m. at Sobering Funeral Chapel, 1035 Park Avenue E., Beausejour. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to CancerCare Manitoba, 675 McDermot Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R3E 0V9. SOBERING FUNERAL CHAPEL CREMATORIUM, Beausejour 268-3510 or MB Toll Free 1-877-776-2220 www.soberingfuneralchapel.com
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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 10, 2012
Condolences & Memories (3 entries)
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I only met Robert a couple of times. I am a friend of his brother Raymond. Robert impressed me as a smart and witty fellow who stood out in a group whether he wanted to or not. The childhood adventures of Robert and Raymond often came up in conversation with Raymond. My deepest sympathy goes out to the Rittwage family. - Posted by: Rod Giese (aquaintance and brother's friend) on: Jul 15, 2012
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Anita & Steffanie, Our Sincerest of Condolences go out to the both of you. Bob was A Great person and All around Great guy always had a smile on his face, alsways had a hello or wave! and asked how you doing! Thankyou ! to him for all the years and service put in on the Beausejour Fire Department ! Take Care, You should Be Proud! - Posted by: Glen / Debbie Beger & Family (Friend) on: Jul 12, 2012
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Anita & Steffie, my deepest sympathies go out to you, I just lost my husband Mike on June 25 due to a fatal car accident just outside Beausejour. My dad Herb Beger used to work with Bob and enjoyed it very much. Take care, its a hard one to get thru. - Posted by: lori stelmaschuk (beger) (friend) on: Jul 10, 2012