John Hay

John Douglas Hay was a son of Crystal Hay. His uncle was Harold Newman.

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JOHN DOUGLAS HAY April 16, 1947 - January 6, 2019 Doug passed away peacefully with his children at his side in the Victoria Hospital, Winnipeg. He is survived by his three children; Heidie (Tim), Sherry, and Robby (Julia); grand-children: Taylor (Nathan), Railen, Sawyer, Malcolm, Adrianna, Vivian, Veronika, Karsten and Ella. He also leaves to mourn his brothers, Dan (Judy), Frank (Diane) and Phil (Darlene), his sister Faith (Richard) and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife Susan Lynette Hay (nee Loewen), his parents Francis William (Bill) and Crystal Hay (nee Sloane) and a sister Elizabeth. Doug was born April 16, 1947 and raised in Winnipeg. He has always been known as an adventurous soul, making friends everywhere he ventured. At the age of 23 he met Mary Bergen and married in 1972. Together they raised three children. Through the years the family moved around following Doug's job opportunities, eventually settling in Morden. Years later Doug met his second wife Susan Lynette Loewen and married May 20, 1995. Doug lived a life centered around singing. From high school until his final months he was often found with a microphone in his hand. His retirement years were spent travelling, fishing, creating karaoke tracks and singing at various karaoke events. Funeral services will be held on Friday, January 18 at 2:00 p.m. at Coutu Funeral Chapel, 680 Archibald St., Winnipeg, with viewing one hour prior to service. Interment will take place at the Winkler Cemetery on Saturday, January 19 at 1:00 p.m. If friends so desire, donations in memory of Doug may be made to: Manitoba Lung Association, 301-1 Wesley Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R3C 4C6 Arrangements entrusted to: Interlake Cremation & Memorial Services - 1-204-482-1040