Russell William GARRETT

Russell William Garrett September 03, 1916 - April 20, 2004 On Tuesday, April 20, 2004, Russell William Garrett, passed away peacefully at Grace Hospice. Russell was born at Grace Hospital, on September 3, 1916, and lived all his life in Winnipeg. As a youth he was active in Scouting and carried these values to adulthood as Akela at St. Margaret’s & St. Aidan’s cub packs. Russell served overseas 1940-1945 with the Queen’s Own Cameron Highlanders of Canada, returning to marry Madeline on October 25, 1945. Employed by Canada Post, Russell was noted for his cheerful whistle while delivering the mail on his routes and was eagerly greeted each day by his faithful canine friends. Retiring after thirty-three years, Russell and Madeline spent many happy years at the cottage at Victoria Beach. Among his greatest pleasures were his family, their dogs, stamp collecting, model trains, and the beach. Many miles of happy trailering across Canada and the United States added to pleasure his retirement. Russell was a member of St. Margaret’s Anglican Church from his youth, and served on Vestry and as People’s Warden. For the past thirty years he had been a member of St. Andrew’s Anglican Church, active in the Men’s Club and the Over Sixty Club. During the summer season Russell and Madeline enjoyed services at St. Michael’s Church at Victoria Beach. Russell is survived by his wife Madeline, daughters Doreen (Bob) Pattie of Winnipeg, and Audrey (Gordon) Simpson of Miami, MB; grandchildren Audrey and John Pattie, Carly (fiance Daniel Préjet), Linda (fiance David Orchard), and Bradley Simpson; nieces and nephews: Mark Strople, Tracy Christie, Diane Carter, David Garrett, and families. He was also survived by sisters-in-law Doreen Strople and Dorothy Garrett. Russell was pre-deceased by his parents, John and Clarice Garrett, and brother Leslie. Russell was a loving husband, father and grandfather. The memory of his love for his wife and family will be always treasured. The memorial service will be held Friday, April 23, 2004 at 11:00 am at St. Andrew’s Anglican Church (Woodhaven) located at 2700 Portage Avenue with the Rev. Ian Mills officiating. Many thanks to the staff of Grace Hospital, and Grace Hospice for the wonderful care given to Russell and the family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Andrew’s Anglican Church Building Fund, 2700 Portage Ave, Winnipeg R3J 0R1; Grace General Hospital Foundation (Hospice), 300 Booth Drive, Winnipeg R3J 929; Winnipeg Humane Society, 5 Kent Street, Winnipeg R2L 1X3. Arrangements entrusted to: CHAPEL LAWN FUNERAL HOME CEMETERY AND CREMATORIUM 885-9715