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FRANK ALLAN AITKEN
Date of Passing: Jul 25, 2013
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryFRANK ALLAN AITKEN Frank Allan Aitken, of Winnipeg, passed away peacefully with his family by his side, on Thursday, July 25, 2013 after his long battle with Cancer. Frank Al was born December 16, 1934, in Winnipeg to his parents Frank and Sandra Aitken. Frank started work for Transport Canada on June 26, 1953, and worked for Transport Canada/Environment Canada for 37 years until his retirement in December 1990. Frank was married February 25, 1955 to the love of his life, and best friend Shirley Alice Olson from Starbuck, Manitoba. Frank is survived by his wife Shirley; children Wendy (Dave) Maes, Patty (Paul) Caron; five grandchildren Jared, Ashley, Jennifer, Amanda and Brett, and two great-grandchildren Dylan and Jaxon. Predeceased by son Randall Norman, daughter Terilyn Alma, and sweet granddaughter Stephanie. Frank was also blessed with his loving brothers and sisters Bob (Connie) Aitken, Norma (Harry) Meneer, Doug (Dale) Aitken, Debbie (Don) Smyth, and many other loving family members and friends. Frank was very fortunate to have retired at a young age, which allowed him to travel with Shirley, and many dear friends and relatives, during the winter months. Frank spent every possible moment at the family cottage at West Hawk Lake which he referred to as his "heaven on earth" with his wife Shirley, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. For Frank it was all about family, they always came first with him. He loved people and would do anything to initiate family get-togethers for barbeques or dinners. We will never forget you, and we will always hold a piece of you in our hearts, you were a great and honest man. We are all proud and blessed to have had you in our lives. Thank you to the caring people that looked after Frank at St. Boniface General Hospital, and made his last days as comfortable as possible. A special thank-you to Dr. W. Glew from Prairie Trails Medical Centre. In lieu of flowers, the family would like to suggest a donation in honour of Frank Allan Aitken to CancerCare, or Gloria Dei Lutheran Church. A celebration of Frank's life will be held at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church at 637 Buckingham Rd. in Charleswood on Wednesday, July 31, 2013 at 1:00 p.m. followed by reception with interment at Chapel Lawn, 4000 Portage Ave. For those who wish to sign the online Guest Book please visit our website. Chapel Lawn www.chapellawn.ca 885-9715
Publish Date: Jul 27, 2013
FRANK ALLAN AITKEN On July 25, 2013, Frank Allan Aitken passed away peacefully at the St. Boniface Hospital with his loved ones by his side at the age of 79. Longer obituary to follow.
Publish Date: Jul 26, 2013
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 27, 2013
Condolences & Memories (14 entries)
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We are sorry to hear of Frank's passing. I (Gail) met the Aitken family over 50 years ago and are neighbours at West Hawk Lake. Our sympathies go out to Shirley and family. We will miss you Frank. - Posted by: Ted and Gail Hermann (friend) on: Aug 12, 2013
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First met Frank on a job we did together along with Paul at Berens Lake. We spent the better part of a month together with every day finishing for supper at his cabin. His stories of places he had been alone with his hospitality was something rare and unforgettable. A nicer man I will never meet. Our sincerest condolences to his family. - Posted by: Ron and Mercedes Caron () on: Jul 31, 2013
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Dear Debbie and family, our sincere sympathy for your loss. Your brother was such a happy welcoming person. We will be thinking of you and will see you on our return to Winnipeg. Your neighbours on Princemere. - Posted by: Ron and Lesley Sisco (Neighbours of Debbie) on: Jul 31, 2013
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Dear Shirley and Family, our thoughts and prayers are with you. Frank will be missed. - Posted by: Al and Laura Isleifson (Fellow Members of Gloria Dei Lutheran Church) on: Jul 30, 2013
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So very sorry to hear of Allan's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. - Posted by: Norman and Carol Olson (Shirley's cousin) on: Jul 30, 2013
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Our sincerest sympathy to Shirley and family for your loss. I remember Frank Allen Aitken as Frank, but whatever name, I fondly remember him as one of my best ever friends. I will always cherish our deer and moose hunting trips and our unforgettable fishing journeys. Frank always impressed us as a thoughtful caring person and would share the shirt off his back. I know he will be sorely missed by his family and his many, many friends. Rest in peace old friend. i - Posted by: AL AND JEANNE STOREY (OLD FRIEND) on: Jul 30, 2013
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To the Aitken family -- know that you are in my heart at this sad time. Mr. Aitken was a kind person and a joy to know. - Posted by: Karen Isleifson Buechler (Fellow member of Gloria Dei Lutheran Church) on: Jul 30, 2013
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A good man and a great friend Our thoughts are with Shirley and family - Posted by: Norm and Vi Hallson (Friends) on: Jul 29, 2013
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Our thoughts are with you Mrs. Aitken, Wendy, Dave, Patty and Paul. We enjoyed Mr. Aitken's sharing his experiences into the beautiful and natural places around us! We will miss him. - Posted by: Brian and Debbie Oakley (neighbours at 'the lake') on: Jul 29, 2013
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Sincerest condolences in the loss of a friendly and gentle man, we enjoyed the association of Frank. - Posted by: Bob Taylor (Co-worker at Environment Canada) on: Jul 29, 2013
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Thinking of you in your time of sorrow and offering sincere sympathy to you and your family. - Posted by: Minnie Green (Former neighbour) on: Jul 28, 2013
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our deepest sympathy Shirley and family for the loss of a kind, caring, and considerate husband. - Posted by: ken & marj. schade (friends) on: Jul 27, 2013
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My sympathy goes out to Shirley and all of Allan's family. I will always remember Allan's laughter and sincere friendship. - Posted by: Doreen Buss (friend) on: Jul 27, 2013
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We will miss him dearly on our trips back to Winnipeg and also to his "heaven on earth" as Al called his wonderful summer home at West Hawk. We want Shirley, Wendy, Dave, Patty and Paul and all the grandchildren to know that we feel honored to have been able to share such special holidays with all of you and will cherish our times with Al. He was truly a Miracle Man. - Posted by: Aurlie & Paul Young-Gagnon (Sister in law and brother in law) on: Jul 27, 2013
