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THE REV. JOHN ALBERT HOLMEN
Born: Apr 28, 1937
Date of Passing: Mar 17, 2015
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryTHE REV. JOHN ALBERT HOLMEN Surrounded by the love of his family and the prayers of the Church, John died on Tuesday, March 17, 2015 at the age of 77. John's death is grieved by his wife Mary, daughter Catherine, and daughter Martha and son-in-law Andrew. He will also be missed by his sister-in-law Louise (Ken), their children Karin (Mike) and daughter Elizabeth, Lindsay (Dave), and Laura (Bryce) and daughters Claire and Emily; sister-in-law Jennifer (Doug) and their children Russell and Julia (Jake); sister-in-law Cathy (Dave); his brother Tim of White Bear Lake, Minn.; and his cousins and extended family in Minnesota. John was predeceased by his parents John and Alice (née Burrows) of White Bear Lake, and his infant son David, born prematurely in 1994. John was born on April 28, 1937 in St. Paul, Minn. and grew up in White Bear Lake. He developed a love of water and boats at an early age, and enjoyed many years of sailing on White Bear Lake. He was ordained Deacon for the Episcopal Diocese of Minnesota on June 24, 1965, and Priest the following year. He served the first part of his ministry in Minnesota. He met Mary in 1979 and they were married in 1980. He was appointed as Rector of Christ Church, Selkirk in 1982 and served the remainder of his ministry in the Anglican Diocese of Rupert's Land in Selkirk and at parishes in Winnipeg, Stonewall, and Stony Mountain. John was a kind, gentle, wise and funny man who would talk to just about anyone just about anywhere. He was a loving and supportive husband and father, unfailingly proud of his daughters. He had many hobbies and interests, including gardening, sailing, pipe organs, attending Goldeyes baseball games, and spending time at the cottage at Victoria Beach. We would like to thank Dr. J. Mayba, Dr. Glezerson, Dr. Ong, Dr. Harris, Dr. Joshua, and Dr. George for their skill and dedication. Heartfelt thanks to the staff of the Grace Hospital fifth floor for their exemplary care for John and our family, and to everyone who fed, emailed, texted, phoned, visited, and prayed for us during this journey. John's funeral service will be held on Monday, March 23 at 7:30 p.m. at St. John's Anglican Cathedral, 135 Anderson Ave. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Agape Table, 175 Colony St., Winnipeg, MB, R3C 1W2, or to St. Peter's Anglican Church Music Enrichment Fund, 755 Elm St., Winnipeg, MB, R3M 3N8, toward the purchase of a new organ. "Well done, good and faithful servant." NEIL BARDAL FUNERAL CENTRE 204-949-2200 neilbardalinc.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Mar 21, 2015
Condolences & Memories (6 entries)
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We will always remember John as a carrying, loving neighbour and friend. We just heard of his passing and we are so saddened at his loss. We will always remember the cat taking John for a walk. He loved that cat even though he suffered the cat's wrath often. There are few as gentle and kind as he was. We offer our sympathy and prayers for Mary and their daughters. I have no doubt He will be in the place he often preached about. John and Vera Moore and family. - Posted by: John and Vera Moore (Friends) on: Apr 27, 2015
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TIM HOLMEN...WE WOULD LIKE YOU TO CONTACT US. WE HAVE LOST YOUR INFORMATION AND WANT TO TOUCH BASE WITH YOU AGAIN. WE ARE SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR BROTHER JOHN. YOU HAVE OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY. - Posted by: WILLIAM BURROWS (COUSIN) on: Mar 24, 2015
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John was a very special man. He was immensely proud of his daughters and was a dedicated husband and father. He very much enjoyed the coffee and conversation after church, was always very "plugged in" as he would say to what was going on in our lives and always shared his with us. I appreciated him sharing his trials as he struggled with the "big C." I wish I would have been able to do more than listen and share. My heartfelt condolences to Mary, Catherine, Martha and son-in-law Andrew. Rest in Peace John - Posted by: Audrey Khan (Friend) on: Mar 22, 2015
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Dear Martha and family - sending deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences on the passing of your dearest Dad. - Posted by: Karen Cornece (Friend and colleague of Martha Holmen) on: Mar 22, 2015
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John was a caring, thoughtful man who enjoyed family. He was calm, positive and reasonable above all, a wonderful example to all who knew him. We'll miss him greatly. - Posted by: David Wulff (John was my wife's (Cathy), brother in law - not honestly sure what that makes me - sort of a broth) on: Mar 21, 2015
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John was a dedicated priest who I can call friend. He was of immense help to me at the convalescent home. My prayers are with the family and with John as he takes his final journey home. Jesus save - Mary pray - Posted by: Father Will Drake (Friend and colleage) on: Mar 21, 2015
