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NORMAN JOHANN RAFNSON
Date of Passing: Dec 30, 2014
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryNORMAN JOHANN RAFNSON On Tuesday, December 30, 2014 Norman Johann Rafnson passed away peacefully with family by his side. He was 71 years old. He was predeceased by his parents Joe and Kay Rafnson, brother-in-law Dick Jones and nephew Micheal Jones. Norman is survived by his beloved children Jodi McCoy (Troy), Jeffrey Smith (Michel), and Christian Rafnson; grandchildren Jenny, Sean, Colin, Lindsay, Rachel, Markus and Catelyn; brother Scott (Thelma), sisters Sharon Jones, Dallas Ganske (Ed) and Nancy as well as numerous nephews and nieces. He was dearly loved and will be greatly missed. Norm's greatest gift were his children and grandchildren. He took great delight in their visits and was so happy to meet his youngest grandchild this past September. Norm had a great sense of humour and a wry wit. He was quite the movie buff and could tell you the name of an actor in most any movie. He was proud of his service in the US Marine Corps where he served one tour of duty in Vietnam. Norm was recognized for his service with two medals: a Purple Heart and the Navy Cross for valour. In 2008 Norm suffered a major stroke and spent his remaining years at Actionmarguerite (Taché Centre). He received love, compassion and great care from the staff on 2ABC. Thank you so much. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 10, 2015 at Desjardins Funeral Chapel, 357 Des Meurons Street. Flowers gratefully declined. Desjardins 233-4949 1-888-233-4949 www.desjardinsfuneralchapel.ca
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 03, 2015
Condolences & Memories (8 entries)
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Forever in me you are Dad! I still have the pocket watch you gave me at 5 Years of age! When ever I look at it! It reminds me of all the time we had together! I am very proud of you and grateful to have had you as a father and my hero. Love you always in my heart! Your son! Christian j. Rafnson - Posted by: Christian J Rafnaon (Son) on: Jan 09, 2015
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Goodbye Norm, it's finally time to rest and be at peace. I hope you are eating whatever the heck you want now, especially an abundance of twizzlers :). I will never forget you, and hope you know that you were very special to me. Bye friend. Xoxoxo - Posted by: Kelly (Friend/caregiver) on: Jan 08, 2015
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I still remember being little and you letting me draw all over your back with lipstick. It still brings a smile to my face. Love you always Uncle Norm. - Posted by: Tammy-Lee Johnson (neice) on: Jan 06, 2015
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Once loved never forgotten. My condolence to your family Christian. - Posted by: Sean O'Neill (Friend of Christian Rafnson ) on: Jan 06, 2015
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My condolences to Norm's family. I knew Norm when we were young men and hung around the Westminster. Norm,all the old guys are waiting for you- Oz.-Shep.-Doug.- I'm sure the stories and laughs will go on for a long time. Rest in peace, Old Warrior. See you later. Orv. - Posted by: Orv.Richard (Friend) on: Jan 04, 2015
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A lot of good times in junior high days. Rest in peace Norm. - Posted by: John Ewanek (School friend) on: Jan 03, 2015
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Sincere condolences to the Rafnson family on the lost of your loved one. Thank you Norman for your honorable military service in the US Marine Corps and for your Vietnam Tour of Duty. You will always be honored for your valor during the Vietnam War and will never be forgotten by your comrade at arms. RIP - Posted by: Paul Dufault (Canadian Vietnam Veterans Association) www.cvva.ca (Vietnam Veteran Brother) on: Jan 03, 2015
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Was a friend of Norm years ago when he worked at the ICG Building downtown, he was a great guy to have as a friend and would do anything for you sorry to hear he has passed rest in peace Norm, your friend from years ago Terry - Posted by: Terry Chowen (Friend) on: Jan 03, 2015
