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TADAO JAMES TAKESHITA
Date of Passing: Apr 12, 2013
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryTADAO JAMES TAKESHITA Peacefully on Friday, April 12, 2013 at Parkview Place, our beloved Dad, Jichan, and Great-Grandpa passed away. Dad was predeceased by his parents, his three brothers and his beloved wife, Shigeko Marjorie. He will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his daughters, Jane (Dave), and Carolyn; son Ron (Laura); grandchildren Kristin (Chris), Brent (Sheri), Robert, Jesse, Kyle; great- grandchildren, Branden, Kaylee, Taylor, Kobe, Mika, Kiya; sister-in-law Nancy Takeshita and many nieces, nephews, and their families. Dad was born on Boxing Day, December 26, 1919 in Port Alberni, BC and married "the love of his life" Marjorie on March 3, 1946 in Coaldale, AB. Mom and Dad then moved to Winnipeg where they soon began their family. Dad worked as a marker and senior welder at Dominion Bridge Co. for 40 years, during which he had not missed a single day, and from where he retired in 1986. None of us have ever seen him sick until Mom was moved into the nursing home in 2003, when he was diagnosed with diabetes. He attended the Manitoba Buddhist Church with Mom. His favourite pastimes were caring for his house plants, vegetable garden, reading encyclopedias, the daily newspaper from front to back, doing Sudoku puzzles, playing solitaire, and the occasional trip to the casino, followed by lunch at KFC. He loved being with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren at all the family get-togethers. Our family would like to extend our sincere thanks to all the home care workers and nurses who attended to him at his home, his next door neighbours who always looked out for him, and, most recently, to the staff at Parkview Place who have cared for him in his last few days. Cremation has taken place and a private family service will be held at a later date. Glen Eden Funeral Home 338-7111
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 20, 2013
Condolences & Memories (8 entries)
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Carol, Jane, Ron & families. We are so very sorry for your loss. Your Dad was a kind friend & neighbor to both of us over the past 25 years and had a special place in our hearts. Always a smile and a kind word of advice he would give. May he rest in peace with Mom and you all find comfort in the wonderful soul he was. - Posted by: Nancy & Rick (Neighbors) on: Apr 23, 2013
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We were so sorry to hear of you father's passing. It seems so very long ago that I peeked over the fence to see you three in the back yard waving back at me. I guess it has been 55 years since that first happened. Also, 55 years when my father and yours became friends. I know my father will miss your father very much. Our hearts go out to you at this time, as yours did to us not that long ago. We send you lots of love at this time of loss. Jane, Carol & Ron...lots of hugs sent your way. Hope to see you this summer. Love Virginia & Jim - Posted by: Virginia & Jim Huber (Friends) on: Apr 22, 2013
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So sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. I have memories of his quietness and sense of humour. My thoughts are with your family. - Posted by: Renate Jubinville (former friend) on: Apr 22, 2013
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Please accept our deepest sympathy at this time. Will miss him looking out for us at the window when we get in. with Love Eric and Jane - Posted by: Eric and Jane Durand (neighbor) on: Apr 21, 2013
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I never met your father, Ron, but I am sure he was a great guy. Our deepest sympathy and warmest thoughts. - Posted by: Lanny & Bonnie Smith (Co-worker and friends) on: Apr 20, 2013
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I will always remember the nice day we spent a few yrs. ago. He was a beautiful man. I live so far away ,it was not possible to get to know him better. Carolyn,Robert,Jesse,and all the family,please take care of each other and remember all the good times you shared . Jewel townsend - Posted by: Jewel townsend (Friend) on: Apr 20, 2013
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I am so sorry to see that your dad has passed on. I know he had lived a long life but it is still tough to take. He must have been a good man Ron, because he raised you and you are also a kind, gentle and respectful man, a good man. - Posted by: Harold Weiss (past co-worker of Ron) on: Apr 20, 2013
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Our deepest sympathy to your family at this very difficult time. May your special memories of him help ease your loss. - Posted by: Jackie & Neil Shale (Friends & coworkers) on: Apr 20, 2013
