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JOHN (JACK) GIFFORD LANGTRY
Born: Jan 15, 1925
Date of Passing: Mar 31, 2020
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JOHN (JACK) GIFFORD LANGTRY
January 15, 1925 - March 31, 2020
Jack was born on Thursday, January 15, 1925, in Keeler, Saskatchewan. He lived in Saskatchewan until the age of 14, when the family moved to Stonewall to run a fox farm.
He was predeceased by his wife of 64 years, Jean, and brother Bud.
He is survived by his partner, Joan Pilkey; children, Brian (Linda), Linda (Paul), David (Bozena) and Mark (Shannon); grandchildren, Christopher (Christine), Mike (Christina), Jeff (Rhonda), Phil, Christine (Charles), Andrew (Susie), Robert (Joanna), Amanda (Luke) and Jesse (Alyssa); great-grandchildren, Sarah (Elliot), Riley, Stefan, Devon, Kayla, Andrea (Mat), Brennan, Halina, Bence, Dominik and Roman; great-great-grandchildren, Lily, Nora and Briar; brother Stan; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Jack served in the Royal Canadian Air Force during the Second World War, stationed in Halifax. He met Jean at a dance in Stony Mountain in 1946, and they were married in 1947. They lived in Chicago for one year for him to become a Brew Master (he was Valedictorian for his class in 1953), and, after working as an Assistant Brew Master in Winnipeg, he joined his father and brother in the family business, Victor Fox Foods Limited, where he continued until into his 80s.
Jack was an extremely kind, compassionate, caring, loving, generous, patient, humble man, who always put others before himself. He never complained and always found the positive in everyone and every situation. He always gave good advice and guidance whenever – and only if – asked. He was an avid reader and knowledgeable about many things – he was a master at trivia and could answer almost every question thrown his way! He loved camping and fishing at Shoal Lake and Royal Lake – spending hour upon hour driving the boat while his family focused on fishing. He loved travelling the world over, and loved to experience new places and new adventures. He was selfless, always putting others before himself. He went out of his way to make others happy, to feel they were special, and to make them know they were appreciated. He was devoted to his family and loved having family dinners every Sunday, with over 20 people, for over 40 years.
At his request, there will be no funeral or memorial service. He welcomes everyone to raise a glass or two of wine in memory and celebration of his long life well lived.
He never looked for praises
He was never one to boast
He just went on quietly working
For the ones he loved the most.
His dreams were seldom spoken
His wants were very few
And most of the time his worries
Went unspoken too.
He was there…A firm foundation
Through all our storms of life
A sturdy hand to hold on to
In times of stress and strife.
A true friend we could turn to
When times were good or bad
One of our greatest blessings
The man that we called Dad.
NEIL BARDAL
FUNERAL CENTRE
204-949-2200
neilbardalinc.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 11, 2020
Condolences & Memories (6 entries)
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Condolences to the family. Jack was such an interesting fellow, full of whit and charm. - Posted by: Roger Burns (Acquaintance ) on: Sep 16, 2020
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My sincere condolences to the family on their loss. Jack and Jean were such a lovely couple and time spent with them was always enjoyed. I had many visits with them at Royal Lake growing up, as well as at Aunt Marge & Uncle George's farm. Your family dinners were definitely an inspiration to others and a true testament of your family's strong bond with each other. Take care! - Posted by: Kristi Abbott (Carol Abbott's daughter) (Friend) on: Apr 15, 2020
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I’m smiling right now because of the beautiful poem written at the end of the obituary, to all of you from across the lane know that jack is only ever a breath away, his ability to be ok with it all made him a person who would always say hello and follow it up with a smile, many blessings and much light all you langtry’s, big huge hug from me to all of you. Much love paul - Posted by: Paul belanger (Friend) on: Apr 13, 2020
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My deepest sympathy to your family from my mother Dorothy and myself. I have fond memories of your Dad and the fun I had climbing the sacks of feed Saturday mornings at the office. - Posted by: Joan Rankin Richardson (friend of the family) on: Apr 11, 2020
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Deepest sympathy to Jack’s family. Fond memories of your dad. - Posted by: Lorraine Minaker (Friend) on: Apr 11, 2020
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Joan I am sadden to hear about Jack's death. My deepest sympathies go out to you and Jack's family. - Posted by: Richard Sherby (friend) on: Apr 11, 2020
