Obituary for Charles Hugh Watkins
Charles Hugh Watkins
On December 8, 2014, just 2 months shy of turning 93, Charles left this world with peace and dignity, knowing he would be reunited with Rae once again. There was great sadness in watching this vibrant man decline so quickly.
Charles was born on February 8, 1922, the eldest of three children. He was raised, educated and lived in Winnipeg his whole life.
His life may have seemed very ordinary; it was however filled with extraordinary things. Charles served his country in World War II as a member of the Royal Canadian Air Force. He had 25 plus years of service with JRK Navy Cadets and Manitoba Division of Navy League. Dad also worked for various departments of the Federal Government until retirement; Post Office, Northern Affairs, Freshwater Fisheries, and Transport Canada. He was able to visit very remote parts of northern Canada.
Dad was a kind man, who was always willing to lend a helping hand. He had a wonderful sense of humor and was very in tune to what was going on in the world. He was always interested in what you had to say, family and extended family was very important to Dad and he enjoyed time spent with them.
He was predeceased by his wife, Raymonde Watkins (Arpin), his parents Robert B. and Miriam Watkins.
Sadly he leaves to mourn and honor his memory; his son Robert C. Watkins and wife Iris Granda; grandson Nicholas Granda-Watkins; brother Robert A. Watkins; his sister Grace (John) King; his sister-in-law Jeannine (Marcel) Pineau. Also many nieces and nephews as well as great nieces and nephews.
The family would like to thank all the staff at Misericordia Health Centre, Cornish 5, Cedar Grove, who took such excellent care, and made Dad’s last days comfortable.
In accordance with Dad’s wishes, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Canadian Diabetes Association or to charity of choice.
Viewing will take place at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday December 13, 2014, followed by the funeral service at 10:30 a.m. in the Coutu Funeral Chapel, 680 Archibald Street.
The Coutu Family in care of arrangements:
E.J. COUTU & CO. FUNERAL DIRECTORS
680 Archibald Street
204-253-5086
Charles Hugh Watkins
On December 8, 2014, just 2 months shy of turning 93, Charles left this world with peace and dignity, knowing he would be reunited with Rae once again. There was great sadness in watching this vibrant man decline so quickly.
Charles was born on February 8, 1922, the eldest of three children. He was raised, educated and lived in Winnipeg his whole life.
His life may have seemed very ordinary; it was however filled with extraordinary things. Charles served his country in World War II as a member of the Royal Canadian Air Force. He had 25 plus years of service with JRK Navy Cadets and Manitoba Division of Navy League. Dad also worked for various departments of the Federal Government until retirement; Post Office, Northern Affairs, Freshwater Fisheries, and Transport Canada. He was able to visit very remote parts of northern Canada.
Dad was a kind man, who was always willing to lend a helping hand. He had a wonderful sense of humor and was very in tune to what was going on in the world. He was always interested in what you had to say, family and extended family was very important to Dad and he enjoyed time spent with them.
He was predeceased by his wife, Raymonde Watkins (Arpin), his parents Robert B. and Miriam Watkins.
Sadly he leaves to mourn and honor his memory; his son Robert C. Watkins and wife Iris Granda; grandson Nicholas Granda-Watkins; brother Robert A. Watkins; his sister Grace (John) King; his sister-in-law Jeannine (Marcel) Pineau. Also many nieces and nephews as well as great nieces and nephews.
The family would like to thank all the staff at Misericordia Health Centre, Cornish 5, Cedar Grove, who took such excellent care, and made Dad’s last days comfortable.
In accordance with Dad’s wishes, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Canadian Diabetes Association or to charity of choice.
Viewing will take place at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday December 13, 2014, followed by the funeral service at 10:30 a.m. in the Coutu Funeral Chapel, 680 Archibald Street.
The Coutu Family in care of arrangements:
E.J. COUTU & CO. FUNERAL DIRECTORS
680 Archibald Street
204-253-5086
On December 8, 2014, just 2 months shy of turning 93, Charles left this world with peace and dignity, knowing he would be reunited with Rae once again. There was great sadness in watching this vibrant man decline so quickly.
Charles was born on February 8, 1922, the eldest of three children. He was raised, educated and lived in Winnipeg his whole life.
His life may have seemed very ordinary; it was however filled with extraordinary things. Charles served his country in World War II as a member of the Royal Canadian Air Force. He had 25 plus years of service with JRK Navy Cadets and Manitoba Division of Navy League. Dad also worked for various departments of the Federal Government until retirement; Post Office, Northern Affairs, Freshwater Fisheries, and Transport Canada. He was able to visit very remote parts of northern Canada.
Dad was a kind man, who was always willing to lend a helping hand. He had a wonderful sense of humor and was very in tune to what was going on in the world. He was always interested in what you had to say, family and extended family was very important to Dad and he enjoyed time spent with them.
He was predeceased by his wife, Raymonde Watkins (Arpin), his parents Robert B. and Miriam Watkins.
Sadly he leaves to mourn and honor his memory; his son Robert C. Watkins and wife Iris Granda; grandson Nicholas Granda-Watkins; brother Robert A. Watkins; his sister Grace (John) King; his sister-in-law Jeannine (Marcel) Pineau. Also many nieces and nephews as well as great nieces and nephews.
The family would like to thank all the staff at Misericordia Health Centre, Cornish 5, Cedar Grove, who took such excellent care, and made Dad’s last days comfortable.
In accordance with Dad’s wishes, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Canadian Diabetes Association or to charity of choice.
Viewing will take place at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday December 13, 2014, followed by the funeral service at 10:30 a.m. in the Coutu Funeral Chapel, 680 Archibald Street.
The Coutu Family in care of arrangements:
E.J. COUTU & CO. FUNERAL DIRECTORS
680 Archibald Street
204-253-5086
Charles Hugh Watkins
On December 8, 2014, just 2 months shy of turning 93, Charles left this world with peace and dignity, knowing he would be reunited with Rae once again. There was great sadness in watching this vibrant man decline so quickly.
Charles was born on February 8, 1922, the eldest of three children. He was raised, educated and lived in Winnipeg his whole life.
His life may have seemed very ordinary; it was however filled with extraordinary things. Charles served his country in World War II as a member of the Royal Canadian Air Force. He had 25 plus years of service with JRK Navy Cadets and Manitoba Division of Navy League. Dad also worked for various departments of the Federal Government until retirement; Post Office, Northern Affairs, Freshwater Fisheries, and Transport Canada. He was able to visit very remote parts of northern Canada.
Dad was a kind man, who was always willing to lend a helping hand. He had a wonderful sense of humor and was very in tune to what was going on in the world. He was always interested in what you had to say, family and extended family was very important to Dad and he enjoyed time spent with them.
He was predeceased by his wife, Raymonde Watkins (Arpin), his parents Robert B. and Miriam Watkins.
Sadly he leaves to mourn and honor his memory; his son Robert C. Watkins and wife Iris Granda; grandson Nicholas Granda-Watkins; brother Robert A. Watkins; his sister Grace (John) King; his sister-in-law Jeannine (Marcel) Pineau. Also many nieces and nephews as well as great nieces and nephews.
The family would like to thank all the staff at Misericordia Health Centre, Cornish 5, Cedar Grove, who took such excellent care, and made Dad’s last days comfortable.
In accordance with Dad’s wishes, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Canadian Diabetes Association or to charity of choice.
Viewing will take place at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday December 13, 2014, followed by the funeral service at 10:30 a.m. in the Coutu Funeral Chapel, 680 Archibald Street.
The Coutu Family in care of arrangements:
E.J. COUTU & CO. FUNERAL DIRECTORS
680 Archibald Street
204-253-5086