ERNEST ROY CHILDERHOSE -February 3, 1920 – July 22, 2007 of Rosser Manitoba passed away peacefully at the Royal Jubilee Hospital, Victoria BC, at the age of 87 years. Ernie was predeceased by his wife Verna (Siegel); brother Dan and sister Doreen (Keith). He is survived and lovingly remembered by his three children, Ron of Rosser, MB, Caren Pedron (Jerry) of Calgary, AB and Glenn of Comox, BC. Dad was born in the community of Rosser, Manitoba, living most of his working life there. His service in WWII with the RCAF saw him stationed in both the Queen Charlotte Islands and Pat Bay on Vancouver Island.
In 1951, Ernie married Verna Siegel and they moved to the family farm where they raised their children and broadened the farming operation. Ernie was a proud husband and father who gave his time wholeheartedly to the Rosser community. Mom and Dad retired to Victoria in 1990. In 2000, Ernie and his family celebrated attaining Century Farm status. Dad will be remembered and missed by all those who were fortunate to know him. The family is appreciative of the kindness extended by Dad’s friends and Victoria’s health care professionals. Cremation has taken place and a private family interment is planned. Friends and family are invited to a gathering on Saturday, August 11, from noon until 4:00 pm in the Vista 18 Harbour Room at the Chateau Victoria, 740 Burdett Ave., Victoria, BC to remember Ernie’s life. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of your choice.
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