IVAN ARNOLD JOHANNES GRIMOLFSON
July 18, 1943 – January 1, 2017
It is with heavy hearts, we announce the sudden passing of our husband, father, Afi, Lang Afi and brother, Ivan Grimolfson at his home in Riverton, MB.
Left to cherish his memory is his wife of 49 years, Kristine; his children, Derek (Cindy), Bob (Cathy), Christopher (Terri), and Shara-Lynn (Darren) Selkirk; his grandchildren, Kristine, Aidan, Kerri (Matt), Tori (Colton), Grimolfur, Thorarinn, Kacee, Caleb, Oliver (Holly), Jenna, Jane, Jake, and Alison; great-granddaughter Bria; sisters Merilyn and Solly; brother Curtis; in-laws, Arlene (Sam), Lucille and Robert and numerous nieces, nephews and friends.
Ivan was predeceased by his parents, Grimsi and Dolly Grimolfson, his brother Dennis, as well as very special in-laws and nephews.
Dad spent his whole life as a hard worker, from his early years on the family farm in Hecla , to Lake Winnipeg Freighters, various construction companies and Manitoba Highways, but his life as a commercial fisherman was what brought him true joy.
Dad’s involvement in various community organizations will have a lasting effect in both Riverton and Hecla. He has been a long time member of the Riverton Elks, and was delighted to spend many hours fundraising and helping out with special events. The Gull Harbour Authority, Riverton Co-op, Handi-Van, and Seniors Resource were also boards that he dedicated his time to, provided it didn’t interfere with fishing season. He believed that Riverton was a great place to live and was glad to help promote its future.
It was a very proud day for Dad when he was able to place a home back on his family property in the Village of Hecla. We have spent many family gatherings there in the past 15 years. Boat rides, bocce ball games, feasts, and visiting on the deck are just a few of the memories that the children and grandchildren have of our times in Hecla.
Dad’s grandchildren, otherwise known as Afi’s Turkeys, were a constant joy in his life. He always made the effort to attend the numerous birthday parties, Christmas concerts, hockey games, skating Carnivals, soccer games or dance recitals. He enjoyed passing on his wisdom and work ethic to his grandchildren as they worked together in the yard or on the lake.
Dad was a huge presence in many ways with his size and recognizable hearty laugh, he could not be missed in a crowd! He was a pillar of strength for his family, and gave the best bear hugs.
A memorial service will be held at the Riverton Hall on Saturday, January 7th at 1:00 p.m. A private family burial will take place.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Riverton Daycare, or the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Gilbart Funeral Home, Gimli in care of arrangements. www.gilbartfuneralhome.com
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Ivan Arnold Johannes Grimolfson – 2017.source
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