Cameron Ernest Goertzen
<p>Cameron Ernest Goertzen passed away peacefully on October 14 2021. Cam was born Feb 11 1961, he was predeceased by his parents George & Anne Goertzen. Left to remember Cam are his siblings, Ron, Sharon (Rick), Rick (Tammy), Gary (Loretta), Patti (Dean), nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles, extended family and friends.</p> <p>Cam was born and raised in Gladstone, after graduation, Cam headed up north to work with his uncle, cousin and brother in a logging camp. Cam left the country a simple boy, came back all grown up with his new car and cool clothes. He enjoyed living the country life and enjoyed his career as a farm labourer, he was dedicated to his employers over the years. Cam joined his Dad, Mom and brothers at the family business – Goertzen Feed Service during the winter months.</p> <p>Cam’s interests in his younger years included dirt biking which earned him the nickname of Old Smoke, heading up to Weiner Hill for a Sunday afternoon of fun with family & friends; deer hunting with a bonfire and a Canadian in his hand.</p> <p>While in Third Crossing Manor, Cam enjoyed helping wherever he could – cleaning up after bingo, peeling potatoes for salad, taking care of the garden and helping with residents.</p> <p>The family would like to thank the hospital staff at the Neepawa and Portage hospitals. A special thank you to Third Crossing Manor staff.</p> <p>Rest in peace Cam, you will be missed.</p>Obituary
Cameron Ernest Goertzen passed away peacefully on October 14 2021. Cam was born Feb 11 1961, he was predeceased by his parents George & Anne Goertzen. Left to remember Cam are his siblings, Ron, Sharon (Rick), Rick (Tammy), Gary (Loretta), Patti (Dean), nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles, extended family and friends.
Cam was born and raised in Gladstone, after graduation, Cam headed up north to work with his uncle, cousin and brother in a logging camp. Cam left the country a simple boy, came back all grown up with his new car and cool clothes. He enjoyed living the country life and enjoyed his career as a farm labourer, he was dedicated to his employers over the years. Cam joined his Dad, Mom and brothers at the family business – Goertzen Feed Service during the winter months.
Cam’s interests in his younger years included dirt biking which earned him the nickname of Old Smoke, heading up to Weiner Hill for a Sunday afternoon of fun with family & friends; deer hunting with a bonfire and a Canadian in his hand.
While in Third Crossing Manor, Cam enjoyed helping wherever he could – cleaning up after bingo, peeling potatoes for salad, taking care of the garden and helping with residents.
The family would like to thank the hospital staff at the Neepawa and Portage hospitals. A special thank you to Third Crossing Manor staff.
Rest in peace Cam, you will be missed.