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ELLICE THORPE On Thursday, January 24, 2013, Eli's Funeral Service was held at 1:00 p.m. the Chapel of Memories in Wojcik's Funeral Chapel, 1020 Main Street at Manitoba Avenue.
Publish Date: Jan 26, 2013
ELLICE THORPE 1927 - 2013 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ellice (Eli) Thorpe on Sunday, January 20, 2013 with his family by his side. Left to mourn Eli's memory are his son Robert (Pauline); daughter Linda; grandchildren Monica (Nate), Ian (Bonnie) and Stacey; great-grandchildren Ashley, Ariana, Noah, Sydney, Arley and Cameron; brothers Leslie (Margaret), Irvin. He was predeceased by his wife Beatrice; parents Ethel and Robert; brother Royce, and son-in-law Rick. Eli was born in McCreary, raised in Pine Falls and moved to Balmoral in his late teens where he met his wife Bea, of 54 years. Dad lived life to the fullest, had a heart of gold and had an infectious personality. He loved going to Brooklands Pioneer Club to be with his friends, as it was his second home and also made many friends at the Fred Douglas Lodge. On Thursday, January 24, 2013 Eli's Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 p.m. at the Chapel of Memories in Wojcik's Funeral Chapel, 1020 Main Street at Manitoba Avenue. The family would like to extend a special thank you to all the staff at Seven Oaks General Hospital and the Grace Hospital for their care and compassion. Dad/Grandpa will be sadly missed by all. Richard Wojcik, Funeral Director of Wojcik's Funeral Chapel Crematorium, is in care of arrangements, 204-897-4665.
Publish Date: Jan 23, 2013
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 26, 2013
Condolences & Memories (7 entries)
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Eli was such a wonderful man and would do anything to help you. He will be sadly missed as I know my daughter (Ashley) will miss her great-grandpa. My condolences to the Family. - Posted by: Cade Kaltenthaler () on: Jan 29, 2013
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We were blessed to have met Eli,he was a wonderful man. Our condolences to Linda and Bob (families) - Posted by: Randy&Sandra Fournier (Friends of Robert,) on: Jan 25, 2013
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My parents were friends of Ellice and Bea for as long as I can remember. I always enjoyed my visits with Ellice at the McIntyre family gathering every year. He was always cheerful and upbeat. My sympathy to Linda and Bob. - Posted by: Gwen Hodgins (Friend of the family.) on: Jan 25, 2013
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To Eli's family we extend our sincere condolences. We will remember his kindness and good conversation, and want you to know that he will be fondly remembered by our family. - Posted by: Anne Pistun's Family (Friend) on: Jan 24, 2013
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My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this sad time. - Posted by: Eunice Woodman (Friend of the family) on: Jan 23, 2013
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Sincere condolences to Eli's family. Through our many chats, it was obvious how important you were to him. Eli was the most optimisitic and caring person I have ever known, truly one of a kind. He will be greatly missed by his Fred Douglas family. - Posted by: Linda Bretecher (Friend) on: Jan 23, 2013
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Great memories of such a nice man. Always seemed to be smiling. My sincere sympathy to Linda and family - Posted by: Coral Hetherington (Bannister) (Childhood friend of Linda) on: Jan 23, 2013
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