Obituary of Charles Irvine

IRVINE: Charles Irvine of Brandon, beloved husband of the late Florence Irvine, and dear father of Maxine Harvey and Blair "Shaggy" Irvine, passed away peacefully at his residence, Fairview Home, on Sunday, July 7, 2013 at the age of 93 years. Charlie attended Tremaine School. In 1941, he enlisted in the Royal Canadian Army Corps. After training at Red Deer, Alberta, he went overseas in March 1942. Charlie was sent to Sicily in July 1943 and also saw service in Italy, Holland and Germany, returning home August 14, 1945. Charlie had many stories to tell during his time overseas for World War II. During this time, he also met all his Scottish relatives and spent quality time with all the aunties. He married Florence Jessie Chambers in Rapid City, MB on July 2, 1960 and lived in Rapid City on the farm until retiring into Minnedosa. Charlie had fond memories growing up in the valley. He laughed at his stories of his childhood with his three sisters. One of the stories involved sledding down the big hill behind the barn. He skated on and swam in the river nearby with the Christie and Andrew boys. Charlie enjoyed hunting with friends and brother-in-law, Bill Gibbons. He also enjoyed fishing with friends and brother-in-law, Roy Attridge. Charlie was active in the Rapid City Legion and Tremaine Community Club. He attended many district card games and dances and Christmas concerts. Charlie coached hockey with another Dad when Blair was playing hockey. Charlie farmed for years, worked at International in Brandon and worked at Morris in Minnedosa. He relaxed by watching the birds, watching sports on television and reading the newspaper. Charlie loved people and visiting with everyone. He was well known for his jokes and teasing. Charlie was very fond of his grandchildren and spent many weekends at the Minnedosa beach watching them swim and play. He became a great grandparent in 2009 and 2013. Charlie will live on in the hearts of son, Blair (Shaggy) and daughter, Maxine, grandchildren Chris, Becky, great grandchildren Mason and Charlee, sister Jessie Gibbons, cousins, nieces and nephews and friends. We are grateful for the happiness he brought to our lives. Predeceased by parents Charles and Isabella Irvine, wife Florence, sisters Isabella and Lily, son-in-law Gord. The celebration of Charlie's life was held at Rapid City United Church, Rapid City, MB on Thursday, July 11, 2013. Should friends so desire, donations are welcomed to Cancer Care Manitoba Foundation, 1160 – 675 McDermot Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R3E 0V9 or https://www.cancercarefdn.mb.ca Charlie, you will be remembered.