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DOUGLAS ERNEST FORD

Date of Passing: Jan 16, 2015

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DOUGLAS ERNEST FORD 1922 -2015 With love and with a deep gratitude for a life well lived, the family of Douglas Ford announces his passing at 92 years on Friday, January 16, 2015. He leaves the love of his life, wife Vera Ford, daughters, Kathy Rusnak (Dale), and Maggie Ford (Gerald Chartier), granddaughter, Meagan Rusnak (Eddie Bardana), grandson, Garrett Rusnak, and sister-in-law, Jo Robinson. Dad was the last surviving child of six children born to Henry and Pearl Ford. Dad spent his childhood in Winnipeg and at 19 years of age joined the Canadian Armed Forces where he served in Europe in the Second World War. Upon returning home to Winnipeg, he married Vera Asker and for 67 years had what some may call a fairy tale marriage. Dad worked at Stony Mountain Penitentiary where he was involved in many committees, clubs, and most importantly, headed the union where he passionately fought for the rights of peace officers in Canada. Once he retired he was fortunate to be able to call Arizona his winter home for over 25 years, and in the summer months enjoyed living at the home that he and Mom built in Grand Marais, MB. He proceeded on to what he called his "golden years". He pursued his hobbies of building, playing golf, and learning how to use the computer, eventually becoming the computer club president. Dad was the consummate gentleman, and will be deeply missed for his love of life, sensitivity, sense of humour, and most of all his stories. When describing his life Dad would say, "I am very pleased". We would like to thank the Health Care Teams at the Misericordia HC and at the Maples Personal Care Home. You cared for Dad and our family with compassion and love and we are eternally grateful to you, our heroes! In lieu of flowers please support the Alzheimer Society in Dad's name. http://www.alzheimer.mb.ca/ or 204-943-6622. Memorial service will be held at Klassen Funeral Home, 1897 Henderson Hwy. Friday, January 23, 2015, at 10:00 a.m. KLASSEN FUNERAL HOME 1897 HENDERSON HWY 204-338-0331 Condolences may be sent to www.klassenfuneralhome.com
Publish Date: Jan 21, 2015

DOUGLAS ERNEST FORD 1922 -2015 With love and with a deep gratitude for a life well lived, the family of Douglas Ford announces his passing at 92 years on Friday, January 16, 2015. He leaves the love of his life, wife Vera Ford, daughters, Kathy Rusnak (Dale), and Maggie Ford (Gerald Chartier), granddaughter, Meagan Rusnak (Eddie Bardana), grandson, Garrett Rusnak, and sister-in-law, Jo Robinson. Longer obituary to follow.
Publish Date: Jan 20, 2015

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 21, 2015

Condolences & Memories (9 entries)

  • I just learned of Doug's passing as we were down south for the winter. I always remember Doug as a man with a great sense of humour who enjoyed a good laugh. He was a gentleman in the true sense of the word. Doug was always on an even keel and never got overly excited when things didn't go exactly as planned. I enjoyed working with and for Doug many years ago and he was one of my favorite supervisors. I had a lot of respect for Doug and still do. A life well lived! May he rest in peace. My deepest condolences to the Ford family. - Posted by: Ken Thomson (co-worker) on: Apr 19, 2015

  • Kathy, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad. Keeping you close in thought and prayer during this difficult time and sending our love and deepest sympathies to you, Maggie, your Mom, your Aunty Jo and all of your family. - Posted by: Theresa Joss-Bilous and Bernice Joss (friend of Kathy's) on: Jan 29, 2015

  • Kathy, Dale and family. We were very sad to hear about the loss of your dad. We have many memories of Doug as we always stopped for a chat on the street or met him at the store. We know that your mom and dad loved their home down south and we always heard lots about it when they were back in Grand Marais for the Summer months. Please give our best regards to Vera and know our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. - Posted by: Marlene and walter Swickis (Neighbour) on: Jan 24, 2015

  • Dear Aunt Vera and family, we are sorry to hear about Uncle Doug's passing. I have fond memories as a child visiting with you at your home in Grand Marais. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Ed Searles and Family. - Posted by: Edward Searles (Nephew) on: Jan 23, 2015

  • RIP Uncle Doug. Condolences to the entire family on the loss of an Uncle. - Posted by: Mike Stokes and Corinne Gawriluk (Great nephew) on: Jan 23, 2015

  • I want to extend my heartfelt sympathy to Auntie Vera, Kathy and Maggie and your families. How wonderful that you have many years of memories and I trust they will comfort you during this sad time. Peace be with you. - Posted by: Sue Searles (Doug's niece) on: Jan 23, 2015

  • It is with deep sadness that we learned our long time member of the Henderson Highway Legion Branch and WW II Veteran has passed away. He will be missed by his comrades at Branch No 215. - Posted by: Alex Mills (Sgt-at-Arms Henderson Highway Legion Branch No 215) on: Jan 22, 2015

  • Doug was a great guy. He was always there when you needed him or to talk to. always had a smile on his face and a joke to tell. A gentleman like Doug was a breath of fresh air in the environment that we worked in. Thanks for all the advice over the years. Rest in Peace. - Posted by: Doug Zawada (co-worker) on: Jan 22, 2015

  • Our thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time. Our sincerest sympathies. Love Davide, Jackie, Matteo, and Luca xo - Posted by: Davide and Jackie Bardana (Brother-In Law and Sister-In Law of Douglas Ford's Grandaughter, Meagan Rusnak) on: Jan 21, 2015

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