Obituary of Alfred Edmond Landry

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our wonderful husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather at the age of 96 years. Left to cherish his memory are his, wife of 62 years Betty (Waters), children Gisele, Janice (Louis), Alfred Jr., Douglas (Belinda), 10 grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren, brothers, Denis and Paul, sister, Rita and his many in-laws, nieces and nephews. Alfred was predeceased by, parents Frank and Esmeria Landry(Labelle), daughter Laura Lynn, foster son Albert Richard, daughter-in-law Wanda (Giesbrecht), brothers Louis(Leonne), Edward(Esther), Maurice (Lily), sister Flore (Romeo Marion), brother-in-law George Desaulniers. Alfred was born and raised in Morris, Manitoba. At the age of 21 he joined the Royal Canadian Army. He was a fully trained infantry soldier serving with the Hull regiment from Hull, Quebec. He returned home after four and a half years of service in 1946. Alfred purchased a farm in Ste. Elizabeth, MB where he farmed for several years. In 1952 he moved to Aubigny, MB and purchased river lot 438 where he resided until 2005. He then returned to Morris, MB until his final days. On October 22, 1953 he married the love of his life Betty from Dominion City, MB. They spent the next 62 years building a life together where he ran a mixed farming operation with cattle, hogs and poultry. Alfred was a wonderful story teller, captivating listeners with numerous tales of his colourful adventures. He worked hard all his life but always had time to spend with his family. Alfred belonged to the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 111 for many years and enjoyed the camaraderie and friendship. In his retirement years he loved camping and travelling. His greatest trip was to Australia, New Zealand, and Fiji. Fred was an avid reader and enjoyed the many books he received as gifts from his family. His greatest treasures in life were his beautiful loving wife (lover), his children and grandchildren. We know that is he waiting for us all just beyond the moon. Funeral service will be held Saturday, September 10, 2016, Viewing 1:00pm, Eulogy 1:30 pm, Mass 2:00 pm at St Maurice Catholic Church, 253 Main St South, Morris, Manitoba. The family wishes to thank the staff of the Morris General Hospital as well as the home care staff with special thanks to Dr. M.Fraser and Dr. L R. Kroeker. Donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation in Alfreds memory or the Red River Valley Palliative Care Program.