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JAMES ROBERT GLENNIE
Date of Passing: Mar 19, 2013
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryJAMES ROBERT GLENNIE (not exactly as shown) On March 19, 2013 Jim passed away after a brief, but brave struggle with cancer. Jim was predeceased by his grandparents, his father James Glennie, his step-grandson Michael Waddell, step son-in-law Jamie Waddell and in-laws Justina and Edward Funk. Jim is survived by his wife Coleen, son James, stepdaughter Laurie, step-granddaughter Destiny, mother Marge, brothers Grant (Belinda), Rob (Shannon) and their children; his sisters-in-law Deb (Kirk), Bev (David), Terese (Rick); brothers-in-law Les (Glenda), Jeff (Sandy) and their families. Special aunts mourning his passing are Auntie Bernice (Beanie) and Lily, and close cousin Heather (Rob). Jim was very creative in everything he did from designing a magazine, selling advertising to building up his sign businesses. In between these job choices, you would find him getting you the best deal at any of the car dealerships he was working for. Jim's terrific sense of humour and ability to connect with people enabled him to be a top notch salesman. Recently Jim was an entrepreneur with a friend and partner in selling ATM and Interac machines. When he wasn't trying to get you the best deal, he often enjoyed going out for supper and a movie with his son. Jim also enjoyed music (blues was his favourite), and made attending the Great Woods Music Festival in Beausejour his annual holiday. Unfortunately in 2012 he was unable to attend after being diagnosed with cancer. Although this news totally devastated us, he was given not a cure but an extension of his quality of life. Jim impressed everyone with his strong will, determination and sense of humour. In October Jim and Coleen took a trip of a lifetime to Hawaii and celebrated his 61st birthday and the honeymoon they always wanted. Funeral service will be held on Saturday, March 23, 2013 at the Carman United Church at 2:00 p.m. with Rev. Harold Kenyon officiating. Interment will take place in Greenwood Cemetery Columbarium, Carman. The family would like to thank the many doctors and nurses at St. Boniface Hospital, Health Sciences Centre and Carman Memorial Hospital, also to R.H.A. staff for their assistance, care and compassion. To Coleen's employer, Linear Grain (Ross McKnight) and all of her co-workers for allowing the extra time to be with Jim and all the work that had to done in her absence. Words can't express our gratitude. Thanks to our many friends for making our home the best environment possible for Jim in his last months. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to CancerCare Manitoba or to the Canadian Diabetes Association. Doyle's Funeral Home in care of arrangements. www.doylesfuneralchapel.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Mar 22, 2013
Condolences & Memories (5 entries)
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Jim was a good friend of mine in my School days. I have many fond memories of times we spent together - sharing in parties, coffee, fun times, and many one on one conversations. You always were laughing Jim. Many evenings after my A&W shift, Jim was there waiting to take me home and/or go to Salisbury House for coffee. He'd also pick me up in the morning to take me to School. He'd ask me and my friend Bonny if we were going to School today or would we prefer to hang out at the coffee shop by Polo Park and share one of those delicious cinnamon buns. The choice all too often was to hang out together and skip School. LOL We lost touch over the years but I often thought of you Jim, wondering where you were and how you were doing? To all of Jim's family, I wish you well and am happy to read of all the many wonderful memories you will have of your husband/father/friend. He certainly was a wonderful person when I knew him. A great friend too. Wherever you are Jim, I'm hugging you. Janice Doern - Posted by: Janice Copsey (Friend) on: Mar 26, 2013
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My respects to the family. I remember Jim from the West End around 16 years old. Card and pool games. His passing comes far too early. - Posted by: Don Doherty (old friend) on: Mar 22, 2013
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My father was a man that could light up a room of 30 people. He had everyone's attention. He was a guy's guy. Having said that, the women loved his humour, and his heart as well. He wasn't perfect, but what person is? He was the kind of guy that would help anyone in need. He wasn't always good at that when he was younger, but as he got older, he became better... more understanding. Knowing what it took to be a better person.. He evolved, and I did see that. He sure loved the people from his new home (of nearly 20 years) Carman, and treasured his wife dearly. He stayed at her side to the very end. He also showed his son a great deal of love and warmth in his dying days, even when he was suffering. He knew how important it was the time we spent together. I love you dad. I love you dearly, with all of my heart and soul. You live on through me. - Posted by: James Glennie Jr. (Son) on: Mar 22, 2013
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Jim and I worked together as pipefitters at CNR before he moved on to bigger and better things, Jim was quite an artist at that time making up signs for the United Way campaign at the railway and anything else that was asked of him, he was always laughing and joking around on and off the property. You will be missed my friend. - Posted by: Larry Kociuk () on: Mar 22, 2013
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I knew Jim from years gone by. I'm so sad that we lost track of each other. He was always a pleasure to bump into. Jim was always upbeat and very funny and a good listener...sometimes...ha ha ...I knew jim from the CNR. You were quite a good person Jim and wherever you are you, know just how many people are thinking of you at this moment in time. Rest in Peace Jim !! - Posted by: Randy Heatherington (Friend) on: Mar 22, 2013