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BENJAMIN JAMES SALVADOR D'SOUZA
Date of Passing: Dec 26, 2014
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryBENJAMIN JAMES SALVADOR D'SOUZA November 9, 1927 - December 26, 2014 It is with great sadness that we announce that Ben passed away peacefully at the age of 87 with family by his side. He is survived by his loving wife Julie (nee Fernandes), children Maureen Penko, Judy Rigby and Gerard (Donna), eight beautiful grandchildren, Lauren and Stephen Penko, Jordan, Sierra and Aidan Rigby, Nicole Taylor, Luke and Priya D'Souza and sister Katherine. He was predeceased by his second child Mary (1956). Ben was born in the family home, known as Inn's Lodge, in Mangalore, India to Peter and Flora D'Souza and was the youngest of ten children. He graduated from St. Aloysius College in Mangalore with a degree in Business Administration. The highlights of his career included being the Bursar of the International School in Tanzania, Africa; attaining his Certified Management Accountant (CMA) designation and being the Controller of the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra. He shared his finance and accounting expertise through his consulting practice with the Manitoba Speech and Hearing Association and as Treasurer for the Knights of Columbus. On July 5, 1954 Ben married Julie and together embarked on a lifelong adventure of raising a family; sharing a love for travel throughout Canada and abroad, theatre, the symphony and entertaining. Ben lived life to the fullest. He was passionate about his family; golf and tennis, loved to sing, had a wonderful sense of humour, and was a proud member of the Knights of Columbus. His strength, generosity, intuition, compassion and charming smile will be deeply missed and fondly remembered. A very special thank you to the staff at St. Boniface Hospital (Geriatric unit) and the Simkin Centre (2 Weinberg) for their wonderful care and compassion. Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, December 30, 2014 at 11.00 a.m. at St. John Brebeuf Roman Catholic Parish, 1707 John Brebeuf Place. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 6 Donald Street, Suite 200 Winnipeg, Manitoba R3L 0K6. LECLAIRE BROTHERS in care of arrangements, 204-775-2220
Publish Date: Dec 29, 2014
BENJAMIN JAMES SALVADOR D'SOUZA Peacefully on Friday, December 26, 2014 Benjamin D'Souza passed away at The Simkin Centre at the age of 87. Funeral mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, December 30, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. at St. John Brebeuf Church, 1707 John Brebeuf Place. Longer obituary to follow in Monday's newspaper LECLAIRE BROTHERS in care of arrangements, 204-775-2220
Publish Date: Dec 27, 2014
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 29, 2014
Condolences & Memories (12 entries)
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Julie thinking of you and your family at this very sad time...think of you and our time together at National Defence and the warmth of Ben's smile on the few occasions I had the honour of speaking with and meeting him...So sorry for your loss...Keep strong and take time for comfort with your Family....With he artful care...Maureen and David - Posted by: Maureen Sheehan & David LeBlanc (Old Friend) on: Jan 03, 2015
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So sad to hear of the passing of our dear friend, Ben. We had the great pleasure of meeting Ben and his family in 1968. We were blessed to call him our friend, our son's Godfather, and a supportive member of the community. His love of family & friends, sense of loyalty, and generosity of spirit will be sadly missed, along with his witty one-liners. Our thoughts and prayers are with Julie and family. Dennis and Pamela Rebello & family - Posted by: Dennis Rebello (Friend) on: Jan 01, 2015
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Our condolences to you, Julie, Maureen, Judy and Gerard. - Posted by: Mary and Herman Froese (Friends / Child care.) on: Jan 01, 2015
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What an awesome friend he was....have known the family for many years and have many Good memories .rest in peace, dear Ben - Posted by: Neta Raichura (Friend) on: Dec 31, 2014
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Condolences to the family at this time. Let us remember and cherish the happy memories we all shared with Ben. His wonderful kind personality will live on through his children and grandchildren. It was fun sharing an afternoon with him at St. Boniface, especially seeing the similarities between Ben and my dad. Praying they are both having a good laugh together, and reminiscing about Africa, Golf and the all good times shared. - Posted by: Pia, Annette, and Priscilla Athayde () on: Dec 30, 2014
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Hearing the sad news of Ben's passing brought back memories of the past. We have known Ben and Julie for many years, first in Dar-es- Salaam and now in Winnipeg. We will always remember Ben for his quick wit and his pleasant smile. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to Julie, Maureen, Judy, Gerald, and the grandchildren. Tony, Betty Iona, Will and Alexandra - Posted by: Tony & Betty Saldanha (Family Friends) on: Dec 30, 2014
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Our thoughts are with you today as you celebrate the life of your dear father. - Posted by: Howard Cross (Friend and colleague of Maureen) on: Dec 30, 2014
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I first met Ben Golfing with my dad. It was always a fun time golfing with the old guys. Later on I went to the same church as Ben and Julie. Ben helped convinced me to become a brother Knight. If there is a golf course in heaven I'm sure my dad and Rudy Lipps have already made reservations for Ben for his first round. Ben you and your family are In my thoughts and prayers. - Posted by: Mark Desjardins (Golfer and fellow Knight) on: Dec 29, 2014
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Family was everything to Ben and Julie and the love they showed for their children and grandchildren was endless. Mr. D'Souza was such a kind and lovely gentleman who will be missed so very much. - Posted by: Susan Rinn (Friend of Penko family) on: Dec 29, 2014
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Although Bo and I met Ben on just a few occasions, we remember him as a true gentleman! You're in our thoughts and prayers Julie. Gloria - Posted by: Gloria Wohlers (nee Howes) (Friend of Julie's from long ago!) on: Dec 29, 2014
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Comfort to all of you at this time, so glad you are all together. Fond memories of dinners at your parents, good conversations and laughter. - Posted by: Darlene Everaert (Friend of Judy's) on: Dec 27, 2014
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Ben, you were always a friend I could rely on for good advice. It was pleasure knowing you and you also made a good Tom Collins. God bless and rest in peace. - Posted by: Elaine Benner (Friend) on: Dec 27, 2014