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RAYMOND ROPER On Friday, January 13, 2012 Ray's Funeral Service was held at 10:30 a.m. in the Chapel of Memories in Wojcik's Funeral Chapel, 1020 Main Street at Manitoba Avenue.
Publish Date: Jan 14, 2012
RAYMOND ROPER After a brief illness we announce, with great sadness, the death of Raymond Roper on Monday, January 9, 2012 at the Grace Hospital at the age of 76 years. Left to forever cherish Ray's memory is his special friend Judy Corrigal; daughter Tabatha (Bruce); son Stephen (Faith), and grandson Andrew. He was predeceased by his wife Gail; as well as his father and mother Fred and Ann Roper. Ray was a lifelong resident of Winnipeg. He built his career at the former Winnipeg Hydro. He became a Journeyman Lineman, and then Foreman of a variety of field crews until his retirement in 1993. Ray was known by many as Steve , in reference to a comic strip popular in his earlier years. Family was always Ray's focus and pride. He was always ready with a strong shoulder, helping hand and encouraging word. He found great joy and comfort in the deep and caring relationships he had with his family, and the many friends he considered as family. Throughout his life, Ray was an avid hunter, fisherman and gardener. He enjoyed any time spent outdoors, especially those moments on the shores of Lake Winnipeg. On Friday, January 13, 2012 Ray's Funeral Service will be held at 10:30 a.m. in the Chapel of Memories in Wojcik's Funeral Chapel, 1020 Main Street at Manitoba Avenue. The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff at the Grace Hospital for their care during Ray's brief stay. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Manitoba would be appreciated, www.heartandstroke.mb.ca. Wojcik'l Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 1020 Main Street, 586 - 8668.
Publish Date: Jan 11, 2012
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 14, 2012
Condolences & Memories (3 entries)
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I worked with Ray (Steve) as we new him, many years ago, he was the first line crew chief I drove for when I started driving truck for Hydro, We had some good times, now that I think back I remember alot of good times we shared, I will miss him very much! - Posted by: Ken Izzard (Friend) on: Jan 12, 2012
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Dear Tabitha, Stephen and family. I`m very sorry to hear about your dad`s death. I enjoyed your dad`s stories and jokes very much but I especially enjoyed his friendship. He helped me alot when I bought my cottage on Moonlight, and I really appreciated it. He was a very knowledgeable and talented man. His absence wil be greatly missed. Beth May - Posted by: Beth May (friend from Gimli) on: Jan 11, 2012
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Opening Day of duck and goose season was an established tradition with the Roper and Mardis family from Richard's first season. Fred and Raymond showed us the way onto the shore of Lake Winnipeg near Riverton for good hunting. In later years when Raymond was alone, we'd meet at the boat launch and look out for each other, talk about the ones that got away. We will miss him terribly. - Posted by: Mardis Family (friend, hunting buddy, relatives in common) on: Jan 11, 2012
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