Harold "Bud" Kemp Irving

It is with deep sorrow and abiding love that the family of “Bud Irving” announce his passing on the late night of September 7, 2024 at the Seven Oaks Hospital.

Bud was a warm and loving man who lived life to the fullest extent possible. He was known for his smile and his ability to connect with people, helping them when life’s difficulties arose.

Bud was born in Winnipeg to Harold Robert Irving and Daisy Marguerite Irving on the second of May, 1926 at the Victoria Hospital. He graduated from Kelvin High School in 1943, and the University of Manitoba with a B.A. degree in 1947 and an L.L.B in 1951.

He was predeceased by his parents and by his younger brother Jack, and his first wife Val Sherman. He leaves to cherish his memory many nieces and nephews from this marriage as well as a much loved sister-in-law Mary Ann Sherman; as well Linda Gaer (niece), Stephan (nephew), and Bruce King husband to Mary Ann.

On the Irving side he had much love for Doug (Adele) his nephew, and his two great-nephews David (Cheryl) and Lexi, Andrew (Tara) Ciara and Declan – and for his sister-in-law Marjorie Rankin.

Peggy (Bud’s wife) and Bud were close friends from the age of 9 years through life; and at the age of 85 years, married into a beautiful life together. And one more time, Bud loved his new family; Bill and Nancy, grandkids Jenny and John and Tristan and Theresa, Laura and great-granddaughter Kali.

Keeping Bud guided through this well-lived, full and cherished life was “his Susan” – Susan Watt, a person who was as dear to him as a much loved daughter and was the glue that held everything together. Bud was also grateful for Dr. Schroeder, a beloved friend that kept him well.

Bud was a Senior Member of a prominent Law Firm D’Arcy & Deacon, Master Mason and a member of the Valley of Scottish Rite. Bud was Past President Manitoba Bar Association and a member of the Law Society Council to the Shriners Hospital of Canada. Bud worked 45 years for the Shriners, without pay.

Bud played professional football with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers for 5 years, and after refereed for 10 years while practicing law. He was Past President of the Winnipeg Blue Bombers.

Many word could be expressed about Bud. He is being deeply missed. He was unquestionably the epitome of a just, true and loving man.

A Memorial Service for Bud will take place on September 20, 2024 at 2:00 pm at Thomson "In the Park" Funeral Home, 1291 McGillivray Blvd. A livestream of the service can be viewed using the "Join Livestream" button below.