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JACOB LETKEMAN (1929 - 2012)
Born: Oct 23, 1929
Date of Passing: Aug 04, 2012
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryJACOB LETKEMAN (1929 - 2012) It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Jacob Jim Letkeman on Saturday, August 4, 2012 at Seven Oaks General Hospital at the age of 82 years. Left to forever cherish Jim's memory are his wife Anne of 59 years of marriage; children Kim, Gaye (Greg), Terry, Melodie and Trevor; grandchildren Michelle (Scott), Nicholas, Caitlin, Jonathan, Alex, Cody and Hailey; great-grandchildren Savannah and Riley; brother Frank; sisters Anne, Helen, Katie and Margaret; and by many nieces, nephews and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Abe and Mary, and by his siblings John, Isaac, Al, Nettie, Susan, Martha and Mary. On October 23, 1929 Dad was born near Winkler, MB. He received his schooling at a one-room schoolhouse until he left at age 14 to work on the farm. He met Anne and they were married in 1953. Mom and Dad moved to the city where his first job was as a telegraph lineman. During the interview he was asked are you a grounder or a climber? When Dad asked what the difference was and was told 5 cents an hour, he said I'm a climber! He likely regretted that decision when he fell 20 feet off a pole - just one in a series of misadventures that Dad survived, as tough as he was. Dad loved and was proud of each and every one of us and would do anything for us (and indeed for anyone who asked). He worked all of his life for his family with many interesting occupations, including taxi driver, milkman, pizza delivery guy (we kids benefitted from that one), a long stint with chrome plating at Canadian Bronze, and finally he retired from Griffin Steel in 1996 after many years of milling graphite molds for railway wheels. In his later years Dad struggled with COPD and mobility issues, but his fierce determination and spirit remained strong. To many of our friends and cousins Jim was a second Dad . He thought nothing of piling everyone into the station wagon to go off on adventures, including many camping and fishing trips. Grampa adored his grandchildren and Great Grampa Jim was perpetually charmed by Savannah going for rides on his hospital bed (at home) while eating Revels and by baby Riley (Little Jim) with his huge blue eyes and wide grins. Although we will miss Dad and his sense of humour very much, he has left behind a lifetime of memories and a legacy that will live on through his beloved children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. There will be no Service in compliance with Dad's wishes. In lieu of flowers, donations in Dad's memory may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Manitoba, 200 6 Donald Street, Winnipeg, MB R3L 0K6. Forever loved and remembered
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Aug 08, 2012
Condolences & Memories (5 entries)
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I hope I have made him proud. Would have loved to have gone fishing one more time. - Posted by: Trevor Letkeman (Son) on: Sep 13, 2018
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I remember Jim as being a little gruff around the edges, with a heart of gold. He often thought of me when doing the grocery shopping and would always bring me something I would like, for instance Captain Crunch cereal. He had a passion for cars and finding great deals and helped me turn a buy on a $50, 1979 Datsun 4 speed - into $100. He bought the battery from me for $50 and I sold the car to the wrecker for $50 more. He was kinda brilliant that way. :-) He had a thing for his little Hyundai at the time and often bragged how it would start in the coldest temps. It was his baby. He would poke fun at his son Trevor, running out to the street with kettles of boiling water, trying to thaw his Mustang. I borrowed the car from Jim once (it was a standard) and when I got back, he asked what I thought of the car. I said, "I love it! Drives great! But...my legs get a little tired from pedaling...". Good times. Happy memories. Jim loved his family. I'm honoured to have been a part of that. Love to his family. If St Peter is looking for a good used car at a good price...Jim's got his back. Rest In Peace Jim. xo - Posted by: Harmony Parent (Temporary foster child ) on: Mar 07, 2014
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Dad was my rock and my anchor while at the same time allowing me to fly free. He helped me all the time, as much as I needed, anytime I needed it. I only hope I helped him enough when he needed it. "Dad, I will miss you all my life, I only hope you knew when you left how very much you meant to me and that I loved you. Sleep tight, my little Daddy." - Posted by: Gaye Letkeman (Daughter) on: Aug 13, 2012
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"Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal." We were deeply saddened to hear of the loss of your Dad. May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead. Our hearts go out to you and all your family members. Please know that we are here for you always. - Posted by: Bill and Vicki (close friends) on: Aug 10, 2012
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One night I mentioned to Anne that my husband Pete was going to shingle our roof the next day. Before 8 the following morning, Jim was over waiting to get started and helped him until the job was done. - Posted by: Marge Warkentin (friend) on: Aug 08, 2012
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