ROBERT JOSEPH COUTTS

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ROBERT JOSEPH (JOE) COUTTS May 7, 1931 - July 24, 2017 It is with great sadness the family of Robert Joseph (Joe) Coutts announces his passing on July 24, 2017 at the age of 86 years at the Stonewall and District Health Centre. Joe leaves behind his loving wife of 56 years, Alice, his children, Sherri (Tom) Mollard of Hamiota, MB and Alison Coutts (Brian Posluns) of Toronto, ON, and grandchildren, Troy and Shelby Mollard and Madison Posluns, brother Gordon Coutts and sister-in-law Verna Johnstone. He was predeceased by his parents, Albert and Hilda Coutts; sisters, Elsie and Thelma; and brothers, Jack, Bill, and Norman. Joe was born and raised in St. Boniface, Manitoba, and in 1964 moved his family to Stonewall, MB. One of his proudest achievements was the house he built for his family to live in. His yard and garden were his passion. Some of the stories Joe would entertain us with was of the many different jobs he held in his young adult life. In 1954, Joe became a certified electrician and began working for the Province of Manitoba. His job, for 38 years, took him to many locations throughout Manitoba working on many government facilities but his main responsibility was to the Manitoba Legislative Building on Broadway in Winnipeg. By his retirement in 1992 Joe had been through every nook and cranny in the place and could give you a narrative tour of the building like no one else. Joe's legacy of commitment to the community he called home was lengthy. A long serving member of the local Kinsman Club, umpiring baseball and at one point the President of Minor Baseball kept him busy while the girls were growing up. Joe made time to work in the kitchen at the local Legion, and both he and Alice prepared the soup and sandwiches for the seniors curling for many winters. Joe himself was an avid curler and golfer. He was also a passionate Winnipeg Blue Bomber fan. At one time a season ticket owner, and in the latter years the television and radio both on at the same time beside his favourite chair in the basement. His play by play calling was best described as animated. As per Joe's wishes, a private family graveside service was held. The family would like to thank the many people who cared for Joe in his final years. If friends so desire, memorial donations may be made to the Winnipeg Humane Society, 45 Hurst Way, Winnipeg, MB R3T 0R3. Ken Loehmer Funeral Services 204-886-0404

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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 29, 2017