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DENNIS GRIMOLFUR GRIMOLFSON
Born: Aug 30, 1944
Date of Passing: Aug 12, 2013
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryDENNIS GRIMOLFUR GRIMOLFSON August 30, 1944 August 12, 2013 After a very brief illness, it is with deep sorrow that that family wishes to announce the sudden passing of Dennis Grimolfur Grimolfson at the age of 68 years, on Monday, August 12, 2013 at the St. Boniface Hospital. Dennis was predeceased by his wife Betty in 2001, his son Darren in 2009, his parents Grimsi and Dolly Grimolfson and brother-in-law Olafur Thorsteinson. Left to cherish his memory are his daughter Kendra Hapel, daughter-in-law Raelene Grimolfson, grandchildren Amanda and Atli Grimolfson and Tristan and Dayna Hapel, siblings Merilyn (Neil) Baldwinson, Ivan (Christine) Grimolfson, Solly Thorsteinson and Curtis Grimolfson. As well, sisters-in-law, June (Cliff) Cooke and Ethel (Oscar) Einarson and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Dennis was born on Hecla Island on August 30, 1944. He worked for the Province of Manitoba, Department of Highways for 35 years. Upon retirement, he and Betty moved to their home on the lake in Arnes, MB where he loved nothing more than sitting on the deck and gazing out at the water. Dennis was a family man who enjoyed any reason to get together. He particularly enjoyed spending special time with his four grandchildren. He loved cooking and entertaining family and friends, and especially loved his coffee times at Merilyn and Neil's. Dennis was a commercial fisherman and couldn't wait to get on the lake for the spring and fall seasons in Hecla, one of his favourite places to be. He enjoyed staying fit and keeping busy by maintaining his property in show condition or by helping others. One of Dennis' special contributions was his volunteering at the Adult Day Program at Seven Oaks and Gimli Hospitals. Dennis was a kind, dedicated, gentle man who possessed a witty, quick sense of humour that he kept with him until the very end. Private family burial will occur prior to the service. Service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, August 17 at the Riverton Community Hall, Riverton, MB. Flowers are gratefully declined. If friends so desire, we would ask that you give of your time for a special cause in Dennis' honour. Dad Life hasn't been easy for you Since you lost your wife and son That beautiful caring heart of yours Must have weighed a ton Your loyalty as a family man Was plain for all to see Trying to mask the sorrow you felt for them To make life easier for me Heaven is a lucky place To have someone like you Here at home it's different though I have to adjust to something new Please give Mom and Darren A hug and kiss from me Tell them I'll be here awhile To live on our legacy Love You Forever Kendra NEIL BARDAL FUNERAL CENTRE 204-949-2200 GIMLI 204-642-7124 NEILBARDALINC.COM
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Aug 15, 2013
Condolences & Memories (15 entries)
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Kendra - I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. By the stories you told of him, I knew he was an incredibly wonderful person. May you find comfort in knowing that his finest qualities were passed on to his children and grandchildren. - Posted by: Kim Larcombe (Friend of Kendra & Dayna) on: Aug 19, 2013
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One of the best buddies. Had great times sledding in the winter especially across the lake..Pine Falls area. He was a great sportsman....fisherman. Always thought of others. He will be dearly missed. - Posted by: Paul Artyshko (Friend) on: Aug 18, 2013
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Our thoughts and prayers are with Dennis and with the Family. May God keep and Bless Dennis. Our condolences to the Family as We were unable to attend the service and to express that in person. - Posted by: Don Johannesson (cousin) on: Aug 18, 2013
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Met him through snowmobiling. His snowmobile friends will miss him. - Posted by: George Bergen (friend) on: Aug 16, 2013
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Thinking of you, Dana and Tristan during this difficult time. Knowing your dad will be at peace with Betty and Darren will hopefully bring you some comfort. He will be missed. - Posted by: Darcy Gillies (Friends) on: Aug 16, 2013
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So Sorry for your loss. He was a wonderful father and grandfather. My thoughts and prayers are with u and your family. - Posted by: Sherri Shewchuk (Einarson) (Friend) on: Aug 16, 2013
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Oh Kendra, we are all so very sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved father! Your dad will always be fondly remembered by our family along with your mom and your brother. I know I haven't really known you personally but our brothers were best of friends back in the day and I always have great memories of those 2 with their blonde heads and mischievous smiling faces, up to some type of mischief or another. I also had the chance to get to know your parents better once my parents were living out there, too. after your mom passed I had a few opportunities to chat with your dad and I always felt that he was such a kind and caring soul. Keep your memories close to your heart and take some comfort in knowing that your mom, dad, and brother are all reunited again. My mom will see you tomorrow at the service...Take care Kendra...Sheila, Cheryl and Rod (Prokopowich) - Posted by: Cheryl Pleskach (Prokopowich) (friend) on: Aug 16, 2013
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Dennis was a wonderful man. We will miss seeing him riding his bike around Spruce Sands. Our deepest sympathies to the family. The Hammond family - Posted by: Dave and Gerry Hammond (Friend) on: Aug 16, 2013
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Our sincere sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your father and grandfather. We are very shocked and saddened by his passing. He was a very kind, soft spoken man with a great sense of humour. He loved my children like they were his own grandchildren and my children loved him as if he were their grandfather. We will miss his smile. - Posted by: Kim McTavish Abbott (friend) on: Aug 16, 2013
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To your whole family, on behalf of my family, I extend our deepest sympathy for your loss. We all grew up together at Hecla and attended school there with Dennis and the rest of his siblings. Dennis will remain a pleasant memory to us all and I am sure to you all as well. - Posted by: Darlene Black (friend) on: Aug 16, 2013
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Kendra and family, We were shocked and saddened by your dad's death. John fished with Dave Holtz and so they were often at the packing shed together with Dennis. I grew up on Hecla and knew your dad all my life. He was a kind and gentle man. We will be praying for you and your family. God bless you. Maxine & John - Posted by: John and Maxine (Helgason) Ingalls (Friend) on: Aug 16, 2013
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My sincere sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your Dad, grandfather and a friend to us. I worked with Dennis many years and enjoyed many great conversation with him over coffee. He always gave me great advice. We will truly miss him and his gentleness but it will be great to see him when we see him in heaven. - Posted by: Garry & Darlene Russell (Friend) on: Aug 15, 2013
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Our thoughts are with you all and especially our good friend, Kendra. We only have wonderful memories of a great man. The celebration in heaven will be so nice as I can see Betty and Dennis dancing as beautifully as they did here with Darren watching with his unforgettable smile - oh we miss them all. Please be strong Kendra and take care of those four angels here. Xoxo - Posted by: Kim,Jeff,Alida,Aidan Einarson (Friends) on: Aug 15, 2013
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My sincere sympathy on the loss of your father and afi. I knew Dennis from Hecla where we grew up. He was such a distinguished gentle man who will be sorely missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time - Posted by: Lorraine Helgason Hirst (friends.) on: Aug 15, 2013
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We are very shocked and saddened to read this obituary and would like to express our warmest heartfelt sympathy to you all. Both of us will express this in person at the service. Sincerely, Cliff and Marleen. - Posted by: Marleen and Clifford Tomasson (Lifelong friends) on: Aug 15, 2013
