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SAMUEL USIPIUK (SAM)
Date of Passing: Apr 11, 2019
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SAMUEL USIPIUK
He was born in Wadena, Saskatchewan and grew up in Ashern, Manitoba.
Sam will be lovingly remembered by his wife Dolores, of 51 years; sons, Calvin (Carmen), Cory (Michelle); and grand-children, Sydney, Katriana, Alec and Mylène. He is also survived by brothers, Tom, Ted, Tony (Annette), Ron (Tammy); and sister Irene. He was predeceased by his parents, Nick and Queenie; in-laws, Les and Sadie; and brother-in-law Clarence.
His adult life took him to Winnipeg, where he took on a career in truck driving. He worked his early years travelling the backroads of Manitoba for Sherbrook Motors and eventually moved on to Safeway, from which he retired in 2003. In his younger days, he participated in baseball, hockey, curling, fishing and hunting. He also enjoyed camping and good times at the cottage with family and friends.
After taking up residence in Gimli in 2002, life revolved around outdoor activities. Winter was spent logging miles on his snowmobile. Summer was a balance between golfing, quadding and gardening.
Sam will be remembered by the grandchildren for his blueberry pancakes and trips for seashells at the beach. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends, including his trusty pal, Mugzee.
The family would like to thank the nursing staff of Gimli Community Health Centre for their exceptional care.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, May 4, 12:00 noon at New Horizons Centre, Gimli, MB.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Gimli Humane Society.
Condolences may be left on his tribute wall at www.gilbartfuneralhome.com
Gilbart Funeral Home, Gimli in care of arrangements.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 27, 2019
Condolences & Memories (1 entries)
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Sam and his wife Dolores purchased their home from Laura and I several years back in the beautiful development of Lochwoods Estates north of Gimli on the lake. Sam was an outgoing man with a quick wit and friendly smile. A man I was glad to have had the pleasure to meet. I know he will be missed by his family and fellow neighbours. We extend our sincere sympathy with his passing, Jack and Elaine now living in Kelowna, B.C. - Posted by: JACK REAY (ACQUAINTANCE WHOM SAM BOUGHT HIS HOME IN LOCHWOODS FROM) on: Apr 27, 2019