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Donald Edward “Butch” Kirk

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Birth	:	15 Jun 1947 Hamiota, Western Manitoba Census Division, Manitoba, Canada
Death	:	22 May 2012 Hamiota, Western Manitoba Census Division, Manitoba, Canada
Burial	:	Hamiota Cemetery, Hamiota, Western Manitoba Census Division, Canada
Coordinate	:	50.1703500, -100.5992000
Description	:	Donald "Butch" Kirk It is with deep sadness, but with fond memories, the family of Donald "Butch" Edward Kirk announces his passing on Tuesday May 22, 2012, at his home in Hamiota at the age of 64 years. He was born June 15, 1947 in Hamiota, MB. to the late D.J. & Pat Kirk, the oldest of two boys. He was raised on the Kirk family homestead, SE 16-14-24 W, along with his brother Les learning all he could about farming from his Grandpa Joe, Dad & Uncle Alex. As a teen he joined the Cadets,... Read More	Donald "Butch" Kirk It is with deep sadness, but with fond memories, the family of Donald "Butch" Edward Kirk announces his passing on Tuesday May 22, 2012, at his home in Hamiota at the age of 64 years. He was born June 15, 1947 in Hamiota, MB. to the late D.J. & Pat Kirk, the oldest of two boys. He was raised on the Kirk family homestead, SE 16-14-24 W, along with his brother Les learning all he could about farming from his Grandpa Joe, Dad & Uncle Alex. As a teen he joined the Cadets, worked at the local theater & flipped hamburgers at "Bailey's Drive Inn" with the later being his favorite place to have his hamburger & fries, when it was known to us as "Harold's". Like many other teens of that era, he loved his car & the new rock & roll music. The faster his car could go & the louder he could have his music the bigger was his smile! After leaving school, he joined the staff of Royalite driving a fuel truck working under Nellie Woods who quickly became one of his good friends. During his years at Royalite/Gulf he started farming his own land purchasing NE 10-14-24 W in 1968 from Claude Bomford. In 1968, he married Audrey Waddell of Cardale and they lived on the farm where they raised their family. They moved into town in 2010. Butch was a volunteer ambulance driver for many years. He worked alongside Ross Fraser adjusting crops for Crop Insurance for several years. In 1981, he realized a dream come true when he earned his Private Pilot's license. With a runway in the field, he was able to take his family and friends up on many enjoyable flights. In 1989 he started his career with the R.M. of Hamiota as a Grader Operator where he was still employed at the time of his death. He took great pride in his work & had a very strong work ethic of which he instilled in his children. From the time he was an infant, he spent nearly every summer at the family cottage at Burlington Beach. His love of the lake was quickly passed onto his wife & 3 children; Jim, Ken & Amanda. In 1979, we purchased the cottage and now have many treasured memories of Butch at his most favorite spot in the whole world. He enjoyed the fall season watching and listening to the geese as they landed on the water. Butch was known for his 'huge' bonfires, many lights & hospitality at the lake. In the early years our cabin was the center of the hub as many of the kids skied off our dock. Sitting around the campfires listening to music with the company of family, friends & neighbors was the perfect way to end a day. Butch was very proud of his 3 children & supported & followed them with their curling, hockey & ringette. He also made sure each one of them learned how to swim in a lake & to have fun water skiing. He felt very blessed to see his children become responsible young adults. Adding to his family enjoyment were 4 grandchildren who gave him many hours of pleasure. In March 2009, Butch was diagnosed with Prostate Cancer. He faced his disease with determination and a quiet dignity never complaining. Even after his chemo treatments, he would be back at work the same day. The cancer never slowed him down! He never allowed it to become a huge part of his life and most days we were able to forget it even existed. The strength, courage & positive attitude he consistently displayed in his 3 year long battle with cancer will be an inspiration forever for those close to him. He is survived by his loving wife Audrey, sons Jim of Brandon, Ken (Sharla) of Hamiota and daughter Amanda (Mark) Knight of Hamiota as well as grandchildren Brenna, Tara, Destin & Teagan. Also surviving him is his brother Les (Helen & her family); mother-in-law, Marguerite Waddell of Calgary; sisters-in-laws Donna Gordon of Wpg. & Patricia Cameron of Surrey & their families; cousins, aunts & uncles. He was predeceased by his parents Pat (2005) & D.J. (2007) Kirk. A celebration of Butch's life was held May 28 in the Hamiota Sports Complex with Rev. Rachel Robinson officiating. In a private service, Butch was laid to rest on his 65th birthday, June 15 in the Hamiota Cemetary . Donations in Butch's memory may be made to Cancer Care Manitoba or for the new playground at the Elementary School in Hamiota. Campbell's Funeral Home were in care of arrangements.

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Donald Edward “Butch” Kirk's memorial is located at: Hamiota Cemetery, Hamiota, Western Manitoba Census Division, Canada.
When did Donald Edward “Butch” Kirk death?
Donald Edward “Butch” Kirk death on 22 May 2012 in Hamiota, Western Manitoba Census Division, Manitoba, Canada
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Latitude: 50.1703500
Longitude: -100.5992000

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Donald John “DJ” Kirk

(1928 - 2007)

Viola E. “Pat” Elliott Kirk

(1927 - 2005)

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