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WILFRED HENDRIK BLOMMAERT
Born: Dec 29, 1931
Date of Passing: Apr 29, 2023
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryWILFRED HENDRIK BLOMMAERT
Wilfred was born in Sint-Maria-Horebeke, Belgium and immigrated to Canada in 1954.
He was predeceased by his wife of 54 years Annie, twin brother Bernard, and younger brother Werner. His memory will be forever remembered by his daughter Sandra Smilski (Rob), grandchildren, Danielle (Liam) and Caden, sister Sara (Arnold), sister-in-law Josephine and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Dad was very proud of his Belgian roots and kept strong ties to his family throughout the years. His love of chocolate and a good beer were true signs of his Belgian heritage.
Wilf studied agriculture and served in the Belgian military prior to moving to Canada. In Canada, he started a lifelong career in the agriculture industry working on a farm near Yorkton, Saskatchewan and then moving to Winnipeg where he worked at the U of M (Food Science), Canada Safeway and ending his career with the Canadian Egg Marketing Agency.
Dad was a life member of Kilcona Masonic Lodge and Khartum Temple Shrine Patrol, where he served in various positions. Always willing to help others, Dad offered his time to many charities throughout the years. His friendly personality and smile left an impression on everyone he met.
Dad loved airplanes and visiting aviation exhibits, spending time with his grandchildren and our dog Ziggy, winter vacations in Mexico, summer getaways with Khartum Shrine, and watching the Blue Bombers.
Special thanks to the staff at Holy Family Home for their care and compassion over the last three years.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Shriners Hospitals for Children - Canada located in Montreal. https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/locations/canada 1003 Decarie Blvd, Montréal QC H4A 0A9.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 13, 2023
Condolences & Memories (2 entries)
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Sincere condolences to Sandra and family. We, too, have lost a dear friend. Wilf was a fine man, devoted to his family and was a loyal friend and committed Shriner. Rest in Peace. - Posted by: Margaret and Bill McKeigan (Longtime friends) on: May 21, 2023
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Deepest Sympathy Sandra and your family. - Posted by: Darryl Gill (Fraternal friend) on: May 13, 2023
