JAMES LAWRENCE TROYAN

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JAMES (JIM) LAWRENCE TROYAN November 23, 1939 March 3, 2015 It is with heavy hearts and deepest sorrow that we announce the passing of James. James passed peacefully with his wife Diane by his side. Beloved husband, father and grandfather. He is survived by his wife, Diane of 49 years, his children Shannon, Jason (Teresa), Tracy (Scott) and Terri. His grandchildren Joshua, Zachary, Makayla, Tyler, Brendon, Bailee and Bree. Survived by his brother John (Mary), sisters Shirley and Gladys (Larry), brother-in-laws George and Jim also numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents Stanley and Anne, his sister Rose and brother Melvin. James was born in Ledwyn, MB where he grew up on the family farm. He moved to Winnipeg at the age of 17 where after a few years he met Diane, they were married started their family and moved to Stony Mountain. He was employed at CP Rail until his retirement. He enjoyed raising homing pigeons and racing them with Winnipeg Flyers Club, he had a passion for gardening and a real green thumb! But his greatest enjoyment was his precious grandchildren and having family gatherings. Special thanks to Dr. Gingerich and his nurse Cheryl at Cancer Care as well as Dr. Graham and the nursing staff at Stonewall Hospital for the excellent care given to James. At James' request, cremation has taken place and no funeral will be held, family interment will take place at a later date. MacKenzie Funeral Home, Stonewall 204-467-2525 mackhome@mts.net

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Mar 07, 2015