JOHN WILLIAM BUFFIE

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JOHN WILLIAM BUFFIE June 25, 1926 - November 23, 2017 Peacefully, in the comfort of his home, our father, grandfather, great-grandfather and brother left us to join our mom Elsie whom he missed so very much. Forever loved by his seven children, John and Debbie, Rick and Janet, Pam and Glenn Elsasser, Glenn and Andrea, Shelley and Shawn Carlson, Sherrey and Graham Jones, Kim and Teddy Helgason; his dearly loved 17 grandchildren, Jonathan (Jessica), Brian (Marie), Michael, Clinton, Deanna, Jillian, Ryan, Kaitlyn (Jeff), Mitchell, Nicole, Michael, Jane, Terence, Kyla, Cody (Vanny), Shane and Luke; and his precious great-grandchildren, Hurin, Owen, Emmet and Stefan. Survived by his brother Albert, sisters Ruth (Steve), Rosemarie, Joyce, Gertrude and Marlene, Mom's brother Ed (Pat), sisters Hertha and Marilyn, along with many loved nieces and nephews and relatives. Predeceased by his parents John and Mary Buffie, 10 brothers and sisters, Mom's parents Edward and Erna Leier, and in-laws. John was born and raised in Winnipeg's north end, moving with his family to the farm in East Selkirk and finally settling in Selkirk where he learned the autobody trade from which he made his career. From a young man at Motor Coach Industries to co-owner of the family business Modern Body Works in Selkirk for 22 years, respected autobody manager across Winnipeg, then one of Autopac's first adjusters and retiring as Autobody teacher at LSRCSS, where he so greatly enjoyed passing on his knowledge and experience to the next generation in the industry. Dad was not afraid to tackle any project from building their home to repairing everyone's vehicles. Dad and Mom married on October 20, 1950 and made Selkirk their life long home. He spent many years volunteering with the Selkirk Kinsmen and The Good Shepherd Lutheran Church council. As an original and over 20 year board member of the Selkirk Steelers he was honoured to join the players and executive elected to the Manitoba Hockey Hall of Fame and Manitoba Sports Hall of Fame for their Canadian Championship in 1974. Dad's and Mom's home was always open to family and friends to gather to enjoy food, love and laughter which was always in great abundance. The love and devotion he had for our mother and us was undeniable, they were partners in everything they did. Dad we are so blessed and thankful for all the love and memories you leave us to cherish, you will remain in our hearts forever. Memorial service will be held on Saturday, December 2, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. at The Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd in Selkirk, MB. We would like to extend our sincerest thanks to the home care staff for their incredible care and constant concern, along with Dr. Ian Alexander. Flowers are gratefully declined, if you so wish, donations may be made in Dad's memory to The Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd in Selkirk, Manitoba. Gilbart Funeral Home, Selkirk in care of arrangements.
Publish Date: Nov 29, 2017

JOHN WILLIAM BUFFIE On Thursday, November 23, 2017 in the comfort of his home in Selkirk, MB, John Buffie, aged 91 years, beloved husband of the late Elsie, passed away. Full obituary to follow. Gilbart Funeral Home, Selkirk in care of arrangements.

Publish Date: Nov 25, 2017

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 29, 2017