Eric Burton Guenther

Burt was born in Steinbach where he attended school, participated in various sports and had a happy childhood. At seventeen, he joined the army and at the end of W.W.2 returned to civilian life. He settled in his home town and apprenticed to become an electrician. Upon receiving his Journeyman’s license he moved to Winnipeg where he became an electrical inspector until his retirement. Burt and his wife Marge bought a home in Windsor Park, where they raised their four daughters and became involved with the community. Being very sports-minded Burt enjoyed curling in the winter and golfing at the Winnipeg Canoe Club, Southwood, as well as in the U.S., Portugal and Cuba. Going fishing at their cottage at Long Lake was a must so that family could enjoy pickerel fish fries. Burt travelled extensively to destinations such as Texas, Portugal, Spain, Hawaii, Australia, Singapore, Fiji and the west coast.

He was predeceased by his wife Marge, parents Peter and Agnes Guenther, brothers Dennis, Ralph, and Lawrence. Left to cherish his memory are his wife Ruth Moskal, daughters Valerie(Ron) Allard, Debra(Reg) Bassham, Lucy Belanger, Kathy (Dale) Karasiuk, stepdaughters Kim Bradley and Sandra (Bob) Jones, eight grandchildren, five great grandchildren and five step grandchildren; as well as brother Peter (Lottie) Guenther and sister-in-laws Thelma Guenther, Marlene Guenther and Edith Guenther.

Honouring Burt’s wishes, a family graveside service will be held at a later date. A special thank you to the chaplain, the nursing staff, and the healthcare aides who provided Burt with loving comfort care as he completed his final journey. Your kindness was greatly appreciated.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimers Society, Cancer Care and the Bethania Mennonite Personal Care Home (Spiritual Care) are appreciated.

Arrangements entrusted to Green Acres Funeral Home and Cemetery, Highway 1 East at Navin Road, Winnipeg, Manitoba. (204) 222-3241