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JAMES EDWARD KERSLAKE
Date of Passing: Jun 19, 2015
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JAMES EDWARD KERSLAKE Peacefully, on Friday, June 19, 2015, at the age of 76 years, James Edward Kerslake passed away at Seven Oaks Hospital with his family by his side. Jim was born in 1938, the son of Alice and Walter Kerslake. He was predeceased by his son Gary. He is survived by his wife Shirley; sister Irene Zuk; sons Brian (Virginia) and Alan (Michael); and two grandchildren, Sebastian and Owen. Jim was a long time resident of Winnipeg, growing up in Fort Rouge and attending Lord Roberts Elementary and Churchill High schools. He and Shirley were married on a hot August day in 1960 and the family lived in Winnipeg, The Pas and Thunder Bay before relocating back to St. Vital in 1982. Jim was employed by CN Rail and Via Rail during his work career, retiring in 1994. He spent many cold winter days as a hockey coach at the Lord Roberts Community Center when his sons were young. He was a board member and volunteer for the St. James Figure Skating Club during Alan's time as a competitive skater. Jim was an avid curler, and an honourary life member of the Heather Curling Club. With his group of "Tuesday Golfers" he had great fun on the links every summer. He and Shirley spent many summers at the Graham family cottage at Lee River working alongside his father in-law building the cottage and enjoying time with his family. He was a home handyman always fixing or making improvements. He enjoyed being given a project to complete from either Shirley or his sons to keep him busy. Jim will be remembered for his dedication to family and friends, always willing to help on any occasion. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 23 at the Neil Bardal Funeral Centre, 3030 Notre Dame Ave. (across from Brookside Cemetery). In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Cancer Care Manitoba, 675 McDermot Ave., Winnipeg, R3E0V9, or to the charity of your choice. NEIL BARDAL FUNERAL CENTRE 204-949-2200 neilbardalinc.com
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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jun 22, 2015
Condolences & Memories (7 entries)
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Worked with Jim for several years with many good memories. Bon voyage. - Posted by: Brent Hamel (Former co-worker) on: Jun 25, 2015
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Saw Jim for the first time in over 45 years at the 2005 50th Anniversary of Churchill High School and at subsequent semi-annual breakfast gatherings for the 1957 / 58 graduates . Always enjoyed his sense of humour and conversations at these events . Sincere condolences to Shirley and family . - Posted by: Ken Dopson (Former high schoolmate and long distance friend from BC .) on: Jun 23, 2015
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Shirley and family. We were sorry to learn of Jim's passing. Many good Ft. Rouge memories. Our thoughts are with you at this time of loss. - Posted by: Lloyd & Val Anderson (Friends from Regina) on: Jun 23, 2015
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Dear Shirley and Family, We share fond memories of your many visits to Guelph. Thinking of you at this time, and our sincerest condolences to each of you. - Posted by: Bill & Lynn Green (friends from Guelph) on: Jun 23, 2015
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I'm so sorry to hear of Jims passing. Always remember his sense of humor when together at Vic social events. My thoughts and prayers to you Shirley and your family - Posted by: Nancy Brown () on: Jun 23, 2015
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Shirley and family, I have many fond memories of our time together at The Vic. When you work together for long periods, we get to feel as if we know one another's family very well. That is how it is was for me listening to the stories of your life together. I also had the occasion to see Jim on many social occasions. The hole he will leave in your lives is immeasurable and my heart aches for you. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. - Posted by: Lynn Ohlson (McGregor) (former work colleague of Shirley's) on: Jun 23, 2015
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Jim was a good friend of my younger brother David when we all grew up in the Nassau st, Arnold, Heatherington street area . They were great days for kids and we had a lot of them around playing like kids did then, just having fun. No Tv or technology to ruin our childhood years. Lord Roberts School and Community Club were great locations as well as the Fort Rouge Curling Club on Kylemore. Rest well Jim - Posted by: gordon mclauchlin (grew up in same area and friend to my brother david) on: Jun 23, 2015
