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Roland Bursey

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ROLAND CLIFFORD BURSEY

August 6, 1947 - September 23, 2021

It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Roland Bursey at Vista Park Personal Care Home on September 23 2021 at the age of 74.  

 

Roland was predeceased by his parents William and Edith Bursey, son Sheldon, sister Bernice and brothers Gordon and Eldred.

 

Roland will be lovingly remembered by his wife Bernadine; son Logan; daughter Debra (Brad) Ross, along with his grandchildren Taylor and Dillon. Left with loving memories are his sisters, Josephine Lane, Effie (Clayton) Halliday, Stel Bursey, and Laura Gillingham; brothers, Nelson (Leta) Bursey and Glen (Betty) Bursey; along with numerous nieces, nephews and cousins and numerous friends.

 

Roland worked for several years at EMCO Corporation in the plumbing department before retiring in 2012.  After retiring, he spent time volunteering with local community programs such as the Youville school lunch program and assisting in providing rides for local seniors in the community.

Roland was an avid Toronto Maple Leaf hockey fan and enjoyed watching the Toronto Blue Jays.  Roland played hockey in his younger years and was known as the maskless goaltender. He also enjoyed bowling in several leagues over the years and made many friendships. Roland was a very genuine person who embraced his Newfoundland / Labrador Inuit heritage. He was a fabulous cook and made many Jigs dinners. His home was filled with Newfoundland music and Lighthouses and fishing boats and several ornaments that reminded him of his Newfie heritage.  

 

The family would like to extend our deepest thanks and gratitude to the staff and nurses at the Vista Park Personal Care Home for all the extra care and assistance given to Roland during his stay there.   

 

According to Roland’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A private family gathering will be held at a later date to celebrate Roland’s life.

 

Rest easy now Roland, in God’s loving care. This is not goodbye and we will carry you in our hearts forever, until we are together again. 

ETHICAL DEATH CARE

Cremation & Life Celebrations

530 St. Mary Avenue - Winnipeg

204-421-5501 - www.ethicaldeathcare.com

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Curtis Brown

April 6, 2023 at 7:32 AM

I was in Winnipeg a few years ago and Roland found out I was there through facebook and said we have to meet.  My last day there he picked me up from my hotel and I spent most of the day with him and his family.  My first time meeting this part of my family but I felt like we had known each other forever.  Rest in Peace Roland.

Vickie Crawley

December 29, 2021 at 2:34 PM

Bernadine, I am so sorry for your loss. ❤

Allison

December 13, 2021 at 4:00 PM

Bernie, I am sincerely so sorry to hear of your loss. ❤  Allison Leaf

Tom and Eva Schettler

October 12, 2021 at 9:24 PM

Rollie loved his Newfoundland stew.   Many years ago Eva and I took Rollie and Bernie to a Newfi restaurant in Toronto.  When you are making this type of stew, the spoon is supposed to stand straight up....like a flag pole.   Our restaurant stew collapsed and the spoon disappeared to the bottom of the bowl.  Several months later Eva and I were at Rollie's for supper.  Rollie was the cook and he prepared a Newfoundland stew.  The spoon stood straight up and never moved.  He said Tom  - now try this .  This was the best stew that I ever tasted.  Rollie was a good cook and we will miss him and his "❤👍Newfi stew." 

Jayden Schettler

October 10, 2021 at 12:30 PM

I always liked biking to Uncle Roland’s house, there was always something that him and I could talk about together. He always wanted to be updated on my school status. Rest in piece uncle Roland, I will miss you dearly.

Brittany Schettler

October 10, 2021 at 12:27 PM

I will always remember Uncle Roland as having a huge smile on his face and calling me “sweetie”. He was a great cook and a very genuine person. RIP. Love, Brittany 

Julia Schettler

October 10, 2021 at 11:23 AM

Bernie and Logan, we send our deepest condolences. We will always remember Roland as greeting us on the deck with a huge smile and a cigarette! The neighborhood watch. Kind and generous the coffee pot was always ready. He will be sadly missed as the Schettler family is down one member. Roland keep cheering for the Leafs!  ❤
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