Charles Hempstock
d. January 18, 2011
Charles John 'Chuck' Hempstock
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Charles John 'Chuck' Hempstock of Agassiz, BC. He passed away peacefully in the Chilliwack hospital on January 18, 2011 at the age of 90 years.
Chuck was predeceased by his wife, Muriel, his parents, George & Helga Hempstock, sister Ethel Couprie, brothers Jim and Bob Hempstock, and each of their spouses. Left to mourn his passing are sons Bob (Jean) Hempstock, John (Nancy) Hempstock, daughters Lynn Miller (Orville Wagner), Doreen (Ken) Brauen, 12 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren.
Dad was born in Clanwilliam, MB on July 14, 1920. He grew up in Souris, MB and went to London in 1940 with the 1st Canadian Air Force contingent to leave Canada for WWII. There he met mom and they married in 1942. Returning after the war, they spent many years in Souris where Dad ran a restaurant. In 1958 they moved to Portage and he ran Little Portage Snack Bar, ran a mobile home outlet, and later moved to Langruth to operate a business in Amaranth. In 1988 they moved to Mission, BC and eventually to Agassiz, BC.
Wherever Dad was, he was very involved with the community and particularly with the Legion. While in Agassiz, he was president of both the Senior's 'Friendship House' and the Legion for some time, and treasurer to the BC Seniors OAP. A big part of Dad's life was vacationing at the Waterhen where he loved his fishing. He also loved his darts, his crib, and had even become an avid 'floor curler' once at Agassiz.
He will be sadly missed by many who came in contact with him; he was a true gentleman, and an inspiration to us all.
In keeping with his wishes, there will be no service.
Many thanks go to Logan Manor, the gang at the Agassiz Legion, and to the Drs & nurses at the Chilliwack Hospital.
As expressions of sympathy, if friends so wish, donations may be made in Chuck's memory to your local Legion.
A tree will be planted in memory and cared for by McKenzies Portage Funeral Chapel www.mckenziesportagefuneralchapel.com