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JOHN THOMAS HOULDEN
Born: Jan 19, 1924
Date of Passing: Dec 27, 2021
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JOHN THOMAS HOULDEN
January 19, 1924 – December 27, 2021
He leaves behind his loving wife of 71 years, Dora; and his nine children and their families, Robert (Susan), Gail (Garth), Grace (Lyle), Cheryl (Kevin), Darlene (Tom), Nancy (Bill), John Jr. (Pam), Michael (Cheryl) and Grant (Ingrid).
Some of Dad's proudest moments include serving in the British Navy during the Second World War, starting a successful running career at the age of 48 and continuing until the age of 90 when he ran his last Canadian 55+ Games. Mom and Dad found a way to secure the Lambert Family homestead in St. Laurent in 1965 creating many cherished memories over the years and for many years to come.
Dad was a hard-working family man who helped instill a strong work ethic in all his children. We are forever grateful for that. He had a "MacGyver" do it yourself solution to every problem. Made you laugh sometimes... but it always seemed to work.
We will miss you Dad! A part of you will live on in each one of us.
Sincere thanks to all the hospitals involved in his care. He was treated with dignity and respect.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of choice.
For those who wish to sign the online
Guest Book please visit www.chapellawn.ca
Chapel Lawn Funeral Home
204-885-9715
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 31, 2021
Condolences & Memories (6 entries)
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You were one of a kind Johnny and you will leave a lot of memories behind. We will remember best your many stories you had to tell and our little trips we took together. Our Condolences to the Houlden family and a big hug to Sister Dora. - Posted by: Frieda and Gordie Hunt (Sister-in-law and brother-in-law) on: Jan 19, 2022
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I was deeply saddened of the news of uncle John’s passing. Condolences to the whole family and a special hug to auntie Dora. - Posted by: Ken Trafiak (Nephew ) on: Jan 01, 2022
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Sending my deepest condolences to all of John Houlden's Family. Met John and the family when his daughter Nancy married my brother Bill in 1981. Got to know him and Dora when they moved into the same apartment as us in about 2005. With me he would say hi, but I had to start the conversation, but with my John they would talk and talk, sometimes Dora would have to come down stairs to check on him. Would see him walking everyday, quite often with Dora when they lived here. Towards the end of their stay before they moved to Amber Meadows, you could see him walking all around our parking lot. He truly was a Great Man. He will be missed by so many people. - Posted by: Denise Funk (Friend) on: Jan 01, 2022
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Very sorry to hear about the loss of John, he was such a nice man. Known him for many years. Hugs to the Holden family. - Posted by: Bernie Sadowski (Friend) on: Dec 31, 2021
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John, Sorry to hear about your loss. May the memories of your father bring comfort during this difficult time - Posted by: George Pic (Colleague ) on: Dec 31, 2021
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My heartfelt condolences to the Houlden family. Hugs to you all especially to Aunty Dora. Uncle John rest in peace. Love Pat Levesque. - Posted by: Patricia Levesque (Niece) on: Dec 31, 2021
