James Lawrence Neufeld

Peacefully after a brief illness, it is with sadness that we announce the death of James Lawrence Neufeld on October 6, in his 86th year.

Jim is survived by Alice, his spouse of 62 years, children; James (Victoria) and Michael, grandchildren Becky, Cindy, Jody (Peter), great-grandchildren Christina (Bradley) Marcus, Annah, Maria, great-great-grandchildren Maggie and Georgia, brothers; Barry (Diane), Hugh (Sarah), Craig (Donna) and many nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by parents Elizabeth and Peter Neufeld and sister Gail Marr (Garry).

Born October 29, 1938 on the farm near Aberdeen, Saskatchewan, James attended Aberdeen schools before moving on to Ontario Veterinary College, now part of the University of Guelph, graduating in 1962.

Jim and Alice were married shortly afterwards and moved to Grand Prairie, Alberta to practice in Veterinary Medicine. After a short stay in Vegreville, Alberta he bought the practice in Eckville, Alberta. In 1970 he moved to the National Pathology Lab in Hull Quebec. From there he went back to the Ontario Veterinary College for his diploma in Pathology and ACVP accreditation.

In 1972 he joined the Manitoba Department of Agriculture Vet Services as a pathologist, Chief Pathologist and finally Director of Veterinary Medicine. He is past President MVMA, and Canadian Pathology Association.

Curling was one of his passions and recently was inducted into University of Guelph sports hall of fame. Flying was another passion, especially going into the mountains with his Aeronca Sedan. Later he began building and flying model airplanes.

During his spare time he coached his children’s soccer, baseball and the Marlin swim team.

Jim was a wonderful husband, father, friend and human being. He is very much missed.

The family wishes to thank Brenda and our special neighbors Larry and Ray.

Donations can be made to CancerCare in memory of James Lawrence Neufeld.