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JAMES EDWARD SMITHSON (JIM)
Born: Dec 13, 1946
Date of Passing: Dec 01, 2020
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JAMES EDWARD SMITHSON
Jim was born December 13, 1946, near Eden, Manitoba on the family farm. He had many fond stories about helping out on grandpa and grandma's farm during the summers and camping out at Clear Lake when he could sneak away.
Jim was a civil engineer with the Province of Manitoba for most of his career. At the Water Resources Branch he met many lifelong friends that in retirement became the Friday Boston Pizza Lunch Gang. Although a quiet man, he had a great sense of humour which he shared with his many friends.
He was a kind, generous and supportive father to his children, Andrew, Leanna, Scott and Elaine. Jim's true joy came from being a grandpa to Brooklyn, Julia and Myles. We were fortunate to be able to enjoy annual family vacations at Clear Lake where many great memories were made battling for supremacy of various board games. The swimming pool at the Elkhorn Resort was always filled with Smithson laughter.
We'd like to thank the paramedics who came to help Jim and the emergency staff at St. Boniface Hospital. Their work is so very important but so difficult during this pandemic.
A Celebration of Life will be held when gathering together is safe again. Please leave your condolences and share your memories of Jim on his Tribute Wall at Cropo's website https://cropo.com/ where this obituary is also available.
In lieu of flowers, if friends and family so wish, please make a donation to have a tree planted with the Canadian Institute of Forestry or to a charity of your choice.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 12, 2020
Condolences & Memories (6 entries)
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Our deepest condolences to your family on the sudden passing of our friend Jim. Janina, we have enjoyed every moment we got to spend with you both throughout the years and look forward to the day we can visit with you again. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Chris and Charlane. - Posted by: Chris and Charlane (Friends) on: Dec 19, 2020
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Please accept our deepest condolences in the loss of Jim, he was a few years older than me but growing up in Eden I would see him in the summer when he and his family would come out to Eden for a visit at his Grandparents home. Fond memories to cherish. David and Marvel Scott. - Posted by: David scott (Cousin) on: Dec 15, 2020
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My heartfelt condolences to you, Janina and your family. Jim will be sadly missed by all that knew him. It has been a pleasure to have been able to help you and Jim plan your vacations through the years and I always looked forward to your calls and visits to discuss the next adventure. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time. - Posted by: Deb Peters (Travel Consultant) on: Dec 14, 2020
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Sincerest sympathy to you Janina and the family. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. - Posted by: Al and Leona Smithson (Cousin) on: Dec 13, 2020
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So sorry to hear about your dad and grandpa’s sudden passing. We are thinking of all of you and know that, in time, you will cherish all the memories and smile, just remembering them. - Posted by: Susan, Gregg, Cory and Jamie Bosecke (Friend) on: Dec 12, 2020
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My sincere condolences to Janina & her family. Jim and I spent many years in the same discipline and numerous in the same office. Jim was always extremely polite and courteous when exchanging ideas on Water Resources issues. I feel proud to have been his long time acquaintance and may he Rest in Peace. - Posted by: Roger Leuzinger (Former Co-Worker) on: Dec 12, 2020
