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MORRIS ELMER GILL
Date of Passing: Mar 22, 2012
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryMORRIS ELMER GILL June 27, 1920 - March 22, 2012 Peacefully on March 22, Elmer went to be with his Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. He will be lovingly remembered by his beloved wife Ruth of 58 years, brother Homer and his wife Wilma, sister Edith Kerr and, brother-in-law Peter Cottingham, as well as many nieces and nephews. Elmer will be greatly missed by Ruth's family and his friends. Elmer was predeceased by his mother Bertha, father Wilmot, sisters Helen and Muriel, brother Clair, brother-in-law Don Kerr, nephew Rodney Gill and niece Elizabeth Anne Kerr. Elmer was born at Neepawa, MB, on June 27, 1920, and attended school at Arden and. He spent happy years growing up on the farm at Arden helping his parents. He loved to entertain by telling about his experiences with farming, working with machinery, buying and selling animals, especially horses needed for agricultural purposes prior to the tractor era. Elmer began his adult career with graduation from Teachers College, followed by teaching at Portage la Prairie and other Manitoba towns. Employment with the Canadian Pacific Railway, Winnipeg, followed until his retirement in 1985. Elmer enjoyed travelling, reading, games and gardening, and helping others in need. He gave glory to God for every blessing and aspect of his life. Elmer always treasured the blessings of church connection. He was a great encourager of children and will be remembered for welcoming nieces, nephews and friends to his home. Many of them were assisted in developing their careers and talents. If friends so desire, a donation in his memory may be made to Living Bible Explorers, 600 Burnell St., Winnipeg, R3G 2B7. Special thanks to Dr. Angel Ip for her concerned care of Elmer over the years. Funeral service will be on Thursday, March 29, at 10:00 a.m., at Thomson Funeral Chapel, Furby St. and Broadway. THOMSON FUNERAL HOME 669 BROADWAY, WINNIPEG, MB R3C OX4 783-7211 Condolences may be sent to www.thomsonfuneralchapel.com
Publish Date: Mar 27, 2012
MORRIS ELMER GILL Morris Elmer Gill passed away peacefully at Grace Hospital on March 22, 2012. Longer obituary to follow. THOMSON FUNERAL HOME 669 BROADWAY, WINNIPEG, MB R3C OX4 783-7211 Condolences may be sent to www.thomsonfuneralchapel.com
Publish Date: Mar 24, 2012
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Mar 24, 2012
Condolences & Memories (5 entries)
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What a wonderful Christian couple you were to grow up with. My memories are so strong of the love and devotion you gave so freely to all us kids and families on the block. As we became parents ourselves the love continued to our children. Elmer is with the Lord and we celebrate but know that you will miss him. Praying for blessings and strength Ruth for your days ahead. Much love, Kim (Unrau) Peters, Mary and families - Posted by: Kim Peters (friend) on: Mar 28, 2012
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My mother, Ardyth (McMillan) Robinson was very fond of her cousin, Elmer, and his wife, Ruth. One time in the 1990s Elmer met my mother, who lived in Victoria, at the Winnipeg airport and helped her make the right connection to her next destination after a little visit. This assistance was greatly appreciated by my sister and me. - Posted by: Jeanne Robinson (Clogg) ((Elmer was my mother's first cousin)) on: Mar 26, 2012
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Elmer was a joy to know. He was the epitomy of generosity and a real sweetheart. We will truly miss him. It was commonplace for him to mark special occasions with a lovely card containing warm greetings and a gift of money. - Posted by: Enid McMillan (my husband's cousin) on: Mar 26, 2012
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Elmer was a true gentleman. My wife and I will always treasure the week Elmer and Ruth spent visiting us in San Diego CA. They were a joy to host for this short time. Every Christmas thereafter was not complete until we had received a call from Elmer, or he had left us a lovely cheerful message on the answering machine. He will be missed. - Posted by: Graham McMillan (Elmer is my father's first cousin) on: Mar 25, 2012
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Elmer was always such a gracious and friendly person to meet around town. His ready smile and gentle manner always made a day when I ran into him a special one. He will be truly missed and fondly remembered. - Posted by: Larry Gregan (Friend, fellow parishoner at Elim Chapel) on: Mar 25, 2012
