George Gerald (Dempsey) Calder

(Northern Feather)

With heavy hearts the family of George Gerald “Dempsey” Calder announces his peaceful passing, with family by his side.

Dempsey was born November 12, 1938, in Fort Frances, and resided on Couchiching First Nation with his loving family. He leaves behind his wife of 49 years, Barbara Ann “Perrault” Calder, daughters, Colleen, Sharon, Tina, Ux, and son Terry (Donna). Numerous Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren.

Long-time chums: Steve, Bernard, Willie, Paddy and his loyal pet dog “Sophie”.

His siblings Georgina and Doug (Dixie); in-laws Gilbert (Colleen), Robert (Cathy), Diane, Marilyn and numerous nieces and nephews.

Pre-deceased by his beloved son, Derek, Parents, George and Mabel, Sisters - Vivian (Pud), Lillian (Lums) (Smokey Bruyere), Gloria, Norma, brother - Norman and brother in-laws - Brian Connor, Valentine Perrault, Vernon (Chick) Perrault, Sister-in laws - Patricia Grover, Ramona Lewis, and Elaine Jourdain.

Dempsey was well known and a friend to many. He had numerous occupations over the years. Dempsey worked for a contractor constructing many local bridges. He was considered an “avid bushman” as a skilled heavy equipment operator, a mechanic and a logger. He took pride in helping those wanting mentoring in any of the great skills he held. Dempsey also worked at O&M Paper and Boise Cascade. He took great pleasure in fishing, setting nets, and driving trucks. His greatest love was teaching his grandsons everything he knew. Dempsey cherished every minute he had with the two joys of his life, Brody and Connor.

Dempsey’s wishes will be respected, therefore Cremation will take place with a memorial scheduled at the multi-use facility on Couchiching First Nation.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, June 11, 2017 from 1 pm until 3 p.m. at Green Funeral Home.

A memorial service will be held on Monday, June 12, 2017 at 10 a.m. at the Couchiching First Nation Multi Use Facility.