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FRANK DONALD CIELEN WINNIPEG FIRE DEPARTMENT DEPUTY CHIEF RETIRED
Born: Jan 14, 1931
Date of Passing: Jul 02, 2013
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryFRANK DONALD CIELEN WINNIPEG FIRE DEPARTMENT DEPUTY CHIEF RETIRED Passed into eternal life peacefully in the arms of his wife, with family at his side, on July 2, 2013, at St. Boniface Hospital, where he was born on January 14, 1931. He is survived by his beloved wife Georgina and six children: Randy (Vicki), Corrine (Wayne), Kent (Irene), Marty (Carla), Bob (Pamela), James (Isabelle); ten grandchildren, Jean-Pierre (Carlyn), Dayna, Jacynthe, Michelle, Joshua, Brennan, Tyler, Kristofer, Jenesa, and William; sister Lorraine; brothers Ray (Elizabeth), and Larry; sisters-in-law Charlotte (Reg) and Debra (Sid); many nieces and nephews, especially Rena, Denny, and Elaine. Frank and Georgina celebrated 60 years of marriage on May 2, 2013 with all their children and families: "to love and then to part, is the greatest trial to the human heart". He attended Isaac Newton Senior High School, Red River College and University of Manitoba. Prior to joining the Winnipeg Fire Department in 1957, he was a Journeyman Machinist at the Canadian Pacific Railway. He served on the Winnipeg Fire Department for 37 years, retiring as Deputy Chief of Operations in 1994. He had a distinguished career, serving with the Fire Rescue (22 years), served as Chief Fire Prevention Officer, as Deputy Chief of Support Services, and was a member of the National Fire Chiefs Association. Frank was an ambassador for fire safety with weekly broadcasts on CJOB radio, and local educational television shows. He had been awarded the National Distinguished Service Medal. Following retirement, Frank was Chairman of the Provincial Building Standards Board. Frank's relationship with local broadcasting dates back to the 1960s working with CJOB promotions. He was active in athletics, participated in many sports, and promoted sporting for the development of youth in the North End. He was Scouter, with 116th CPAC, and 113th Christ Lutheran. His Scout teams won the Provincial Hesketh First Aid Trophy four years in a row under his leadership. He volunteered at many other organizations. Continuing Education was very important throughout his life. One of his most proud achievements: all his children graduated from university studies. He instilled the pursuit of knowledge and skills in his children and his grandchildren are following this path. He was a Life Member and a past President of the Canadian Polish Athletic Club, an Executive of the St. John Cantius Fraternal Aid Society, and volunteered at St. Joseph's Residence for many years. He valued his Polish and Danish heritage and had been a Mayor of the Krakow Polish Pavilion (Folklorama) and a member of the Folk Arts Council. The Canadian Polish Congress awarded the Gold Medal of Merit for promoting Polish Culture. Frank was a long time member of St. John Cantius parish as an altar server, choir member and pastoral council chair. At St. John Brebeuf church, he had been a choir member and attended mass faithfully. His faith enabled him to endure multiple medical problems. Frank was thankful for the years of care by many doctors, medical staff, caregivers, firefighters and paramedics and everyone who enriched his quality of life. Thank you to the physicians and nurses at the St. Boniface Hospital for their care. "I have run the race to the finish; I have kept the faith; all there is to come now is the crown of righteousness reserved for me." - 2 Timothy 4:7-8 The memorial mass will be on Saturday, July 6, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. at St. John Brebeuf Parish (located between Grant and Corydon, Renfrew and Lanark). In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice. HE MADE A DIFFERENCE. DEO GRATIAS CROPO FUNERAL CHAPEL 204-586-8044
Publish Date: Jul 6, 2013
FRANK DONALD CIELEN WINNIPEG FIRE DEPARTMENT DEPUTY CHIEF RETIRED Passed into eternal life peacefully in the arms of his wife, with family at his side, on July 2, 2013, at St. Boniface Hospital, where he was born on January 14, 1931. He is survived by his beloved wife Georgina and six children: Randy (Vicki), Corrine (Wayne), Kent (Irene), Marty (Carla), Bob (Pamela), James (Isabelle); ten grandchildren, Jean-Pierre (Carlyn), Dayna, Jacynthe, Michelle, Joshua, Brennan, Tyler, Kristofer, Jenesa, and William; sister Lorraine; brothers Ray (Elizabeth), and Larry; sisters-in-law Charlotte (Reg) and Debra (Sid); many nieces and nephews, especially Rena, Denny, and Elaine. Frank and Georgina celebrated 60 years of marriage on May 2, 2013 with all their children and families: "to love and then to part, is the greatest trial to the human heart". He attended Isaac Newton Senior High School, Red River College and University of Manitoba. Prior to joining the Winnipeg Fire Department in 1957, he was a Journeyman Machinist at the Canadian Pacific Railway. He served on the Winnipeg Fire Department for 37 years, retiring as Deputy Chief of Operations in 1994. He had a distinguished career, serving with the Fire Rescue (22 years), served as Chief Fire Prevention Officer, as Deputy Chief of Support Services, and was a member of the National Fire Chiefs Association. Frank was an ambassador for fire safety with weekly broadcasts on CJOB radio, and local educational television shows. He had been awarded the National Distinguished Service Medal. Following retirement, Frank was Chairman of the Provincial Building Standards Board. Frank's relationship with local broadcasting dates back to the 1960s working with CJOB promotions. He was active in athletics, participated in many sports, and promoted sporting for the development of youth in the North End. He was Scouter, with 116th CPAC, and 113th Christ Lutheran. His Scout teams won the Provincial Hesketh First Aid Trophy four years in a row under his leadership. He volunteered at many other organizations. Continuing Education was very important throughout his life. One of his most proud achievements: all his children graduated from university studies. He instilled the pursuit of knowledge and skills in his children and his grandchildren are following this path. He was a Life Member and a past President of the Canadian Polish Athletic Club, an Executive of the St. John Cantius Fraternal Aid Society, and volunteered at St. Joseph's Residence for many years. He valued his Polish and Danish heritage and had been a Mayor of the Krakow Polish Pavilion (Folklorama) and a member of the Folk Arts Council. The Canadian Polish Congress awarded the Gold Medal of Merit for promoting Polish Culture. Frank was a long time member of St. John Cantius parish as an altar server, choir member and pastoral council chair. At St. John Brebeuf church, he had been a choir member and attended mass faithfully. His faith enabled him to endure multiple medical problems. Frank was thankful for the years of care by many doctors, medical staff, caregivers, firefighters and paramedics and everyone who enriched his quality of life. Thank you to the physicians and nurses at the St. Boniface Hospital for their care. "I have run the race to the finish; I have kept the faith; all there is to come now is the crown of righteousness reserved for me." - 2 Timothy 4:7-8 The memorial mass will be on Saturday, July 6, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. at St. John Brebeuf Parish (located between Grant and Corydon, Renfrew and Lanark). In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice. HE MADE A DIFFERENCE. DEO GRATIAS Cropo Funeral Chapel, 204-586-8044
Publish Date: Jul 5, 2013
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 06, 2013
Condolences & Memories (19 entries)
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My sincere condolences Georgina and all the children on your great loss. Frank was such a wonderful person - an honour to know someone who really was genuine - cared about what happened to others - tried his best to contribute to society in whatever way he could. Part of that contribution along with Georgina was in raising a great caring brood of children. He was always a gentleman and had a great smile. Peter and I met Frank and enjoyed friendship with him and Georgina through our membership at Sokol No. 1 and Folklorama as well as CPAC now more than 28 years ago. Those were very special times for all of us. Rest in Peace Frank. - Posted by: Louise Graham (friend) on: Jul 09, 2013
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Our deepest sympathy to you Georgina and your family, on the loss of a wonderful, friendly, caring man who was an inspiration to many. May God grant him PEACE and may your family be supported in love during this difficult time. "Well done good and faithful servant" Amen - Posted by: Mary and Jerzy Bibik () on: Jul 08, 2013
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Kent, Our sincere condolences. You will be in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. - Posted by: Rudy Angeles (co-worker) on: Jul 08, 2013
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Dear Mrs. Cielen and family, My prayers and thoughts are with you and your children and grandchildren. I have so many wonderful memories of Mr. Cielen as I grew up across the street from your family. Sincerely, Pam - Posted by: Pam Cummer (Ilnicki) (friend) on: Jul 07, 2013
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Kent & Irene, Although many years have passed, we often think of you. At this time of sadness our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Hope to find a way to reconnect with you. Audrey & Kevin Goertzen (WCLC) - Posted by: Audrey (long-ago co-worker and friend of Irene & Kent) on: Jul 07, 2013
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I have many fond memories of Mr. Cielen as he guided me through the scouting/first aid programs at CPAC, at work with him at the Concert Hall and as a life time friend of the Ewatski family. Our condolences to Mrs Cielen and family, Frank will be missed but not forgotten. Jamie Ewatski and family - Posted by: Jamie Ewatski (Family friend) on: Jul 06, 2013
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My thoughts are with you at this time. - Posted by: Bill Stevens (Friend of the family) on: Jul 06, 2013
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My condolences to the entire Cielen family. May your memories comfort you during this difficult time. - Posted by: Katherine Ewatski-Foret (family friend) on: Jul 06, 2013
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We are very saddened to hear of your recent loss and would like to express our sincere condolences to Georgina, Kent, Irene and Cielen family. May peace and comfort find you during this difficult time. - Posted by: Jan, Elo & Mathew Binder (Irene's sister ) on: Jul 06, 2013
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My deepest sympathies to the family. I have fond memories of your father. He was a wonderful man whose smiling face will never fade. I especially remember when he and Mrs. Cielen visited us in California. May God grant you His peace. - Posted by: Merle (Moroz) Zbrog (friend of Corrine and former neighbour) on: Jul 06, 2013
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Dear Georgina and family, I knew Frank from Folklorama years ago, and in these last few years with the St. John Cantius Society. His clear spirit shone now as it shone back then. It was a privilege to know him. Thank you for sharing him with the rest of us. Take care, Pam - Posted by: Pam Shaw (Friend) on: Jul 06, 2013
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On behalf of the executive board and members of the Polish Fraternal Aid Society I am extending our sincerest condolences to Georgina and family. We will miss Frank's contribution to the Society and especially his motion to adjourn each meeting. He would say, "For the good of the Society......" "Wieczy Odpoczynek " Rest in peace, dear friend. - Posted by: Sophia de Witt (friend, president of the Polish Fraternal Aid Society of St. John Cantius) on: Jul 06, 2013
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frank was my uncle I never got to spend a lot of time with him growing up wish life had of been a little different but I have always thought of both my aunt and uncle a whole lot over the years. I remember moving back to Winnipeg in 1993 and getting invited for dinner after not seeing them in like 20 yrs I think it was thanksgiving or maybe Christmas my minds not as sharp as it use to be. I remember being at my grandmother cielens at 849 Manitoba and hearing fire trucks and the fire bell at the station and always saying that's uncle frank. I will say this bc is where I live Winnipeg is my home I am sorry for our loss larry jr - Posted by: larry jr (nephew) on: Jul 05, 2013
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Kent, Irene and family.... our sincere condolences to you. Our thoughts are with you during this time of grief. (James and Leslie) - Posted by: Leslie Reeves (Co-Worker) on: Jul 05, 2013
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My Condolences to the Cielen Family. Frank was Best Man for My Mom & Dad back in 1952 when they Married (John & Shirley Sych). While both of my parents have passed, I still remember Frank & Georgina's names fondly as I remember meeting them when I was a young girl and my Mom & Dad always spoke of them fondly. - Posted by: Kathy Magnusson () on: Jul 05, 2013
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We have come to know Frank when we moved to Lndenwoods and known him as a guy with a ready smile and willingness to be of help to anybody in anyway he can inspite of his health problem. It's a shock for us to learn that he has left us, we will miss him and may he rest in peace in the arm of our dear LORD GOD. Our condolence to Georgina his loving wife, may she have more strength now as she faceS the world alone by her self and may the LORD GOD almighty bless her. - Posted by: Tito & Nila Alejandria (Friend & neighbor) on: Jul 05, 2013
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On behalf of Fire Chaplain Mark Young and all the members of the Winnipeg Fire Fighters Support Group, Honour Guard and all current members of the W.F.D. our sincere condolences to Georgina and family. - Posted by: R.K. "Bob" Wright (Retired Platoon Chief W.F.D.) on: Jul 05, 2013
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My sincere condolences for your loss. - Posted by: Beverly Claeys (Friend of James ) on: Jul 05, 2013
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Kent & Family, my condolences to you and your family in this trying time. Take care. - Posted by: Rick Walters (Kent's co-worker) on: Jul 05, 2013
