DOUGLAS ALEXANDER BROPHY
APRIL 14, 1952 – DECEMBER 5, 2014
It
is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden and unexpected passing of
Douglas Alexander Brophy, at home on Friday, December 5, 2014.
Left
to lovingly remember Doug are Carol, his beloved wife and best friend of 43
years; cherished daughters, Kristin (Mark) and Leah (Chuck) and granddaughter
Emily (Kristin). He will be much missed by sisters-in-law, Judy (Mike) and
Susanne (Gordon) of Ottawa. He leaves behind his nephews, Christopher (Andrea)
and Ryan (Kari) and great nephew, Liam (Christopher/Andrea); as well as many
aunts and uncles. Doug was predeceased by his dad, Alexander James on September
5, 1966 and his mom, Viola Grace on December 1, 2008.
Doug
was born and raised in westend Winnipeg, the only child of Alex and Vi Brophy.
He attended Daniel McIntyre Collegiate (occasionally), chummed with his
muscle-car friends and played and coached hockey at the Orioles Community Club.
In later years he coached ringette at the Westdale Community Centre.
In
the summer of 1966 Doug stole Carol’s heart while working as a dashing gas
jockey at the Redboine Boating Club. At
18 he began his career at the Department of Highways as a mail boy. He remained
with the Department of Highways for 35 years, retiring at 55 as a Policy
Analyst.
Not
content to retire fully, Doug launched BRO Consulting Ltd. and worked with
organic products for anti/de-icing on roads throughout Manitoba, Alberta and
British Columbia. He loved running this venture from his home office and being
actively engaged over the years with a host of wonderful business
associates. Doug enjoyed spending
quality time with his retirement buds; Bob, Ray and Ron. Their “meetings” resulted in many hours of
laughter and storytelling!
Many
years were enjoyed by Doug and Carol as members of the Redboine Boating Club on
Churchill Drive. He served on the Board of Directors as Vice Commodore. When
water levels changed dramatically on the Red River they chose Gimli Harbour as
their next home port for many good times with family and friends. As members of
Fort Whyte Centre Carol and Doug enjoyed many lunches and leisurely outdoor
rambles. Winter-time travels took them to the British Virgin Islands, Dominican
Republic, Mexico, Barbados and Jamaica for much fun in the sun. For many years Doug enjoyed duck hunting with
friends and in later years his love of the outdoors had him replacing his gun
with his camera. He delighted in “helping” Carol with summer garden activities.
He was a great assistant albeit overly enthusiastic with chain-saw pruning!!
Doug
was a unique and gentle man. With his warm and winning ways he made everyone
feel special. He valued family and friends above all. He was fiercely proud
always of his wife’s and daughters’ accomplishments and their steadfast
devotion to strong family values.
In
compliance with Doug’s wishes, there will not be a Funeral Service.
Thank
you to Bob and Lori Lees, to the City of Winnipeg Paramedics and to the
Winnipeg Police Department for their very capable and caring assistance.
Should
you desire, memorial donations to a children’s charity of your choice would be
appreciated.
Wojcik’s
Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 2157 Portage Avenue, 204.897.4665, is in care
of arrangements. wojciksfuneralchapel.com
Sweetheart,
I will miss my oranges and morning cookie shaped in a happy face on top of the
morning paper to take to work. I will miss especially your face in the window,
waving and throwing a kiss to me each morning as I set off for the office. I
will miss the beautiful flower bouquets you brought to me at work ‘just
because’. I love you.
Your passing leaves a
huge void in our lives. We will love and miss you forever.
Wojcik’s
FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM
2157 PORTAGE AVENUE
204 - 897 - 4665
www.wojciksfuneralchapel.com
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