OGLE HAROLD RICHARD SMEALL

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OGLE HAROLD RICHARD SMEALL May 14, 1926 - December 4, 2012 Ogle Smeall passed away peacefully, on December 4, 2012 at the Golden Door Personal Care Home, surrounded by his loved ones. He is survived by his wife Elsie, the love of his life; children Evelyn (Kevin), Allan (Nancy), and Deborah (Todd); beloved grandchildren Heather (Matt), Bonnie (Eric), Nicholas, Lucas, and Levi; darling great-granddaughter Scarlett; baby sister Betty; brother Howard; and numerous nieces, nephews and their families. Ogle was predeceased by his parents John and Sarah, and his siblings Frank, Emeline, Alice, George, Johnny, Tommy, Allan, and Harry. Ogle was born in Eastview Ontario, and at a young age his family moved to Winnipeg, settling in the Fort Rouge - Fort Garry area of the city. He attended Earl Grey and Kelvin High Schools, before serving in the Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry during the Second World War. In 1944, he met Elsie Rosin at the roller rink in the basement of The Winnipeg Auditorium, married his sweetheart, and started a family. He worked as an upholsterer, and later was employed as a Fire Fighter by the R.M. of Fort Garry. In 1954, Ogle transferred to the R. M. of Fort Garry Police Force. He continued his law enforcement career with City of Winnipeg Police Services until his retirement in 1985, reaching the rank of Staff Sergeant. He was passionate about being a police officer, helping others, and serving his community in many ways. During all his retired years, Ogle never stopped thinking of himself as a police officer, and often bragged that the men and women on my shift were the best! . Ogle and Elsie enjoyed many happy years at their cottage at Sandy Hook. His wide range of interests included gardening, making works of folk art, carpentry and building, taking pictures, the love of nature, and all sports. He served proudly as President of the Ft. Garry Lions Football Club during the late 1970s and early 1980s. In 1989, Ogle and Elsie moved to Kirchoff Gardens on Dakota Street in South St. Vital, where he spent many hours in the workshop producing hand-made treasures that he shared with the many people he encountered in his daily life. He found great joy in the lives of his grandchildren. Ogle and Elsie recently celebrated their 65th Wedding Anniversary. Ogle, you have left us here for a while, but you remain alive in our hearts. We look forward to the day when again we will see your beautiful blue eyes and smiling face, and hear your loving voice, welcoming us into your waiting arms! The family wishes to thank the wonderful, caring staff at the Golden Door Geriatric Centre, and also Deacon Kris Taylor of Faith Lutheran Church, for their thoughtful help and care. In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made to Faith Lutheran Church, or to a charity of your choice. A Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, December 11, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. at Faith Lutheran Church, 1311 Dakota Street, Winnipeg MB R2N 1V8. NEIL BARDAL FUNERAL CENTRE 204-949-2200 www.nbardal.mb.ca

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 08, 2012