GEORGE CARNIE

February 13, 1924 – April 19, 2004

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our father. Born the son of Ethel and Charles Carnie in Milden, Saskatchewan, George lived a productive and happy 80 years.  After some growing up in Milden, George and the Carnie family moved to Regina where he attended Connaught School and Central Collegiate where he played football, baseball, and tennis for the “Gophers”.  When Dad turned 18 in 1942, he proudly joined the Royal Canadian Air Force for the duration of World War II.  George once again settled in Regina after the War and started a brief, but rewarding career in the theatre business.  He managed the Capitol Theatre in Regina and theatres in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and Valley City, North Dakota, before embarking on a long and successful career as an insurance broker. George married the love of his life, Doris in 1951. They were married for nearly 36 years, separated only by our Mother’s death in 1987.  Dad’s passions included hunting and golfing.  He competed in many Saskatchewan Golf Association “Senior” Championships where, in recent years, he was a two-time Provincial Legends Champion.  George served the community in many ways as a member of the Moose Jaw Rotary Club, the Royal Canadian Legion, and had served as a board member of the Hillcrest Sports Centre and the Moose Jaw Humane Society.  Dad’s greatest passion in life were his four children and 8 grandchildren.  He is predeceased by his father, mother, beloved brothers Gilbert and Ned, step-sister Peggy, and step-brother Jack. George is survived by his loving companion Glenys Strayer; beloved sister, Betty Carnie of Saskatoon;  his four children: Chuck of Regina, Judy (Michael) Lucus of Williams Lake, BC, June (Lawney) Donaldson of Pilot Butte, SK, and Rob (Lisa) of Moose Jaw; grandchildren: Terra and Jerrad Carnie of Regina;  David Lucus of Williams Lake; and Kyle, Leah, Kurt, Cara, and Carla Donaldson of Pilot Butte; and his extended family at Folgizan Agencies where he continued to work until his passing. 

Forever in our hearts

A Celebration of George’s Life will be held at the Hillcrest Apostolic Church, 1550 Main Street North, on Friday April 23, 2004 at 2:00 pm. Della Ferguson will be the Celebrant. Royal Canadian Legion Funeral Rites will be conducted by Chuck MacMillan. Visitation for family and friends Thursday evening 7:30 – 9 pm at W.J.Jones & Son Funeral Home. Following Cremation, interment will take place at the Family Plot, Regina Memorial Gardens at a later date.  Expressions of sympathy, if desired, may be made to the Moose Jaw Humane Society, Box 1658, Moose Jaw, S6H 7K7. In living memory of George, a tree will be planted in Wakamow Valley by W.J.Jones & Son Funeral Home.    

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Jeannie Longworth - Moose Jaw, SK: I was sorry to hear the news about your dad Rob.  My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family.

Ginell  Church - Cambridge, ON: June I am so sorry to hear the sad news about your dad. My deepest sympathy to all of you.  Please know I am there in spirit even
though I can't be there in person. Love to all Ginell

The McCubbin Family - Regina, SK: Chuck, Jerrad, and Terra, our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time.

Bill Bearman - Regina, Sask.: I had the sincere pleasure of dealing with George over the last several years in my capacity as an insurance underwriter for L.E. Yingst Co. Ltd. (Regina).  George was a man of great intelligence and integrity.  He was  a true gentlemen and I will miss hearing his voice on the other end of the phone.  My condolences.

Charles Guenette and Family  - Regina, SK: Chuck, Jerrad, Terra and Rob, our thoughts and prayers are with you. Charles, Rosita, Antoine, Jacqueline and Gabrielle.

David Cross and family -  Regina, SK: Chuck, Jerrad and Terra, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of great loss. David, Shannon and Courtney.

Gaye Stewart - Moose Jaw, SK: Carnes,  I was very sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. There are some things in life that you never forget, and my memories of your dad will always be the tanned face and the big smile.  May friends and family help you through this sad time.  Stewie

Gary and Shelley Overs - Moose Jaw: Rob and family, what a shock it was to hear about your dad. It was a honor to know him. Gary will miss him dearly, where is Gary going to get his jokes from. We're sure he's up in heaven now making everyone laugh and smile. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love Gary, Shelley and family

Chris and Mike Ward - Buffalo Pound Lake, SK: I had the honour and pleasure of getting to know George while I worked at the Moose Jaw Humane Society.  George was a great supporter on the board of directors and volunteered his time and gave to the Humane Society in so many ways. He was always a gentleman.

Lloyd Luhning - Moose Jaw, Sask.: Rob and Family, My sincerest sympathy to you and your family on the loss  of your father. George and I served on various boards together and I always valued his suggestions and positive goals in life. May we cherish the memories of George for ever. Again , my sincerest sympathy.

Doug and Tracey Powers - Regina SK:  George was one of the nicest men that I've had the pleasure of working with. We will remember him always.

Ken and Dara Zumstien - Moose Jaw, SK: Rob, we are so sorry to hear about your dad.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you.  Take care, Ken and Dara

Candace Carnie - Cochrane, AB: A gentleman, with a positive firmness...My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Take care.

Cairine and Fred Green - Sidney, BC: Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family.  George was our much loved cousin and was truly a lovely man. We will miss his wise smile, wonderful wit and love of good Scotch. 

Chris Ash - Victoria, BC: I was saddened to hear of the death of George, our beloved cousin. My mother, Marie (Carnie) Ash had a loving soft spot in her heart for George as he reminded her of her loving father, Pete Carnie. George will be missed by all his family and friends. My prayers and thoughts are with the family.

Byron & Lori Benson - Moose Jaw, SK: Rob we were so sorry to hear about your father.  I just lost my father last year and I know how great it is to have all the good memories that you two shared.  We have you in our thoughts.

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