PHILIP DERKSEN
April 17, 2014
PHILIP TIMOTHY DERKSEN October 24, 1929 – April 17, 2014 It is with sadness that we announce that on Thursday, April 17, 2014 at the age of 84, surrounded by family at Deer Lodge Centre the passing of Philip Timothy Derksen of Charleswood. Philip will be lovingly remembered by his wife Gertrude (nee Harder) of almost 55 years who faithfully cared for him; children Philip J. (Della), Robert, Marilyn (Willie) Muenchow, Betty (Robert) Morrison; 12 grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by parents John and Katerina (nee Schroeder); sisters Leona Reitmeier and Myrtle Brooks; and a brother and sister in infancy. A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, May 9, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. in the St. James Royal Canadian Legion (Branch #4), 1755 Portage Avenue. Interment will be held at a later date. Thank you to the Deer Lodge Staff and volunteers for their loving care for the last two years and the Korean Veterans Association for their kindness and support. In lieu of flowers Donations can be made in Philip’s memory to the St. James – Royal Canadian Legion (Branch #4). Winnipeg Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 2157 Portage Avenue, 204-897-4665, Wojcik’s is in care of arrangements. wojciksfuneralchapel.comPublish Date: Apr 26, 2014PHILIP TIMOTHY DERKSEN On Thursday, April 17, 2014 Philip died at Deer Lodge Centre at the age of 84 years. A longer obituary notice will follow. Winnipeg Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 2157 Portage Ave., 204-897-4665, Wojcik’s is in care of arrangements wojciksfuneralchapel.comPublish Date: Apr 19, 2014 As published in the Winnipeg Free Press on April 26, 2014