Obituaries

RAYMOND LAURENT JOSEPH BOHEMIER       After a lengthy illness, Dad passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 22, 2016 in Winnipeg, Manitoba. He was born in St. Norbert to Joseph and Rose Bohemier.   Left to cherish Dad’s memory are his sons, Rene (Christina) and Duane (Cindy); daughter, Lisa (Brian); grandchildren, Michael (Michelle), Katrice (Derek) and Alexandria; and great grandchildren Brookelyn and Sylus. He also leaves his brother, Bob; sister, Louise; brother-in-law, Bob Burns (Irene); and numerous nieces, nephews and friends. He was predeceased by his wife, Corinne in 1999; his parents; and 12 brothers and sisters.   Dad proudly worked for 25 years with Air Canada, retiring in 1991. He had a wonderful sense of humour, a green thumb and a passion for growing tomatoes. He loved the sport of boxing, tinkering around the house, inventing things and a close game of Cribbage.   Dad truly loved his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. His strong faith carried him through and enriched his life.   Funeral Mass will be Celebrated on Tuesday, September 27, 2016 at 10:30 a.m. in St. Paul the Apostle Roman Catholic Church, 2400 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, with Rev. Fr. Eric Giddins, presiding.   We would like to thank those who cared for our father, especially as his health declined. A special thank you to the staff at St. Joseph’s Residence   In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Ray’s memory to Parkinson Canada, 7 – 414 Westmount Drive, Winnipeg, MB R2J 1P2.   Wojcik’s Funeral Chapels & Crematoriums, Winnipeg, 2157 Portage Avenue, 204.897.4665 www.wojciksfuneralchapel.com