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JAMES WALTER FINNIE
Born: Aug 08, 1937
Date of Passing: Jan 21, 2013
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryJAMES WALTER FINNIE August 8, 1937 to January 21, 2013 Early in the morning January 21, 2013, James (Jim) Walter Finnie, passed away peacefully after a 15 year battle with Parkinson's. Jim was known for his love of animals , and worked at the Winnipeg Zoo for over 30 years. His diagnosis with Parkinson's forced a premature retirement but his interest and love of animals remained Jim lives behind to mourn his loving wife Daryl who with great love and dedication cared for Jim during his battle with Parkinson's. Jim also leaves to mourn, his sons Patrick, Rick and Michael, his daughters, Sheryl and Terry. His brother Ken and nieces and nephews, Grant, Kimberly, Kevin, Bertha and Brenda, Jim will also be missed by his 13 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren who made Dad light up whenever they were in the room. Jim was predeceased by his father Walter, mother Bertha, daughter Laura, and sister-in-law Mabel A very warm and special thank you to the staff at Bethania Care Home, whose love and compassion and care of Jim made the remaining years comfortable. The dedication to his care and support of his family will forever be remembered. A private ceremony will be held for family and close friend. Arrangements entrusted to: KLASSEN FUNERAL HOME 1897 Henderson Hwy. 338-0331 Send expressions of sympathy at www.klassenfuneralhome.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 28, 2013
Condolences & Memories (2 entries)
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This saddens me that a great man has passed away and will not be forgotten with all the stories he told us about working at the zoo and showing us the different eggs. the best memory that i have was with him is doing his crossword puzzles with him and just spending time with him. thank you jim for taking care of us kids and giving us a pick up when we need it if we had a bad day at school. - Posted by: maygen louttit (a child him and daryl look after ) on: Apr 11, 2013
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Jim was a very kind and gentle giant. He showed patience and seldom complained about his illness. His sense of humor was always a welcomed addition to the struggles that he and his family had encountered over the years. May you RIP. My condolences to the Finnie family. - Posted by: lorraine ali (staff at bethania) on: Jan 29, 2013