HOWARD WILSON DEIGHTON

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HOWARD WILSON DEIGHTON July 15, 1963 - April 9, 2018 Child of Helen Elizabeth Hart and Howard Deighton. Survived by his children, Sabrina, Mathew, Amanda and Montana; grandchildren, Hunter, Austin, Aiden and Clementine; siblings, Richard (Sandi), Donna (Danny), Trina (Ron), Pat (Bill), Lee, Tim (Gnar), Tom (Renee), and Shawn (Sarah). Howard also leaves behind 21 nieces and nephews, 29 great-nieces and nephews, and one great-great-niece, along with his best friend for life Jim Whitehead who was always there for Howard. Howard will be remembered by all who knew him as a man that marched to the beat of his own drum. He lived each day as if it were his last and to the fullest. Howard loved and cherished his children. He was proud of their accomplishments and wanted the best for them. He knew he was blessed when his grandchildren entered the world and thought of them every moment. Howard faced adversity with determination and strength. He was not a quitter. He was loved by his family and will be remembered as a man who never gave up, never gave in and taught us to do the same. Funeral service will be held on Tuesday, April 17, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel of Voyage Funeral Home, 220 Hespeler Avenue at Henderson Highway. With Celebration of Life to follow at Oxford Heights Community Centre, 359 Dowling Ave. East., in Transcona. www.voyagefuneralhomes.com

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 14, 2018