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Neil McCABE Obituary
September 20, 1953 – April 2, 2017
Passed away peacefully in Saskatoon, SK. Neil was predeceased by his Father, Wilson 1964; brother-in-law Bob Vibert 1990; sister, Linda Jorgenson 2001; Mother, Pat 2009; brother-in-law, Bev Jorgenson 2014. Left to cherish his memory are brother, Irvine McCabe (Dianne Unger); sister, Marge Vibert, and brother, Doug McCabe. Nieces, nephews and grands: Sandy McCabe: (Devin Osmachenko and Cassandra Kambeitz) and (Ryley Osmachenko and Christel), Shaune Unger (Les Gulyas): (Cory DeBusschere and Amanda Raymond) and (Trent DeBusschere and Lynn Fiddler); Darrell Vibert: (Carsen Vibert); Duane and Cristy Jorgenson: (Nathan); Nicole and Terry Thiessen: (Jessica, Waylon and Sully Thiessen); Special Status: Curtis and Danielle Moore. Neil was born on a dairy farm near Asquith, SK and went to school in Asquith. He loved playing hockey in those years and made life-long friends there. Neil was a diehard hockey fan, a true lover of the game, especially the Montreal Canadians. He most enjoyed camping, preferably deep in the bush with a canoe, good gear and good friends. Second choice would be a motorcycle and a back pack. Neil liked to laugh, and he liked to get a laugh. He could go a very long way on just one line. Neil went into Wholesale Floor Covering in 1978. He worked in the warehouse and moved into middle management at W.G. McMahon in Saskatoon and Edmonton. In 1992 he began working at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine in the custodial department until 2011 when he had to stop work due to illness. He succumbed to complications from cancer. A kind and gentle soul that left us too soon. Memorial donations may be made in his memory to Nature Conservancy of Canada at www.natureconservancy.ca. A Memorial Service will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 6, 2017 at Windsor Chapel (704 Windsor St). Arrangements are in care of John Schachtel - MOURNING GLORY FUNERAL SERVICES (306) 978-5200. You may post condolences at www.mourningglory.ca
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Tim & Jackie
April 7, 2017
Our deepest sympathies to your family Neil during this sad time. Neil will be greatly missed by all he touched he was a character in the good way and always made you laugh no matter how bad your day was. The University of Saskatchewan will never be the same without you. It was a pleasure meeting you.
MORLEY LOWE
April 6, 2017
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
MORLEY LOWE
April 6, 2017
SORRY TO HERE OF NIELS PASSING HE WAS A GREAT MAN TO WORK WITH
Dave Eagar
April 6, 2017
Neil was One-Of-A-Kind!
My sincerest condolences to Doug and all of Neil's extended Family.
McMahon's had a very special group back in the day and Neil was a big part of that group.
We enjoyed a huge amount of really fun times back then.
Niel will be sadly missed by all who new him.
Rest In Peace Neil.
Dave Eagar
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April 5, 2017
I would like to pass on my sincerest condolences to the family. As Doug would know, I spent many years working with Neil at McMahons and we shared hundreds of laughs with him. Big Neil was a great and trusted colleague and every day working with him was truly a great day. I will miss him, he was one of a kind,and I regret that I am out of the country and will be unable to attend the service of remembrance. Neil will be missed, he's one of the good guys, and my thoughts are with all of you during this very difficult time. Rob and Sandi Svoboda
Cheryl Johns
April 5, 2017
My deepest sympathies to Neil's family.
I was so sad to hear of his passing.
He always made me smile and he will be missed.
Heather Snow
April 4, 2017
"Big Neil" you have a special place in my heart. You were definitely one of a kind and even though I didn't see you often in the past few years, I smile often about our past meetings and your contagious laugh.. you will be missed. Rest in peace
Pat & Jeanne Gursky
April 4, 2017
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
April 4, 2017
Our deepest sympathy to all of Neil's family.
Jack and Arlene Cattell
Gord & Marg Davidson
April 4, 2017
To the McCabe family, please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May God Bless you all in your time of sorrow.
Jeanne Gursky
April 4, 2017
Our condolences to all of Neil's family. I also worked with Neil at McMahon's in Saskatoon. I remember a picture frame he had on his desk with a young lady in the frame. Neil would say she was his girlfriend but the truth was the frame came with that picture and of course we would all have a good laugh when someone asked him about that picture. Great guy.
April 4, 2017
Our sincere condolences go out to the families and friends on the loss of such kind and dear soul who has left us with some great memories. Hats off to you Neil McCabe.
Sincerely,
Gordon, Ida, and Corey.
April 4, 2017
Rest in peace Neil. The phrase "Gentle soul" says it all. I spent many wonderful years working with you at McMahons. Lots of good memories and happy times. May you find the dance floor in your place of rest. Rest easy.
Sincerely with a hug for old times sake.
Condolences to all of Neil's families knowing there will be a huge void in your lives. May your abundance of good memories help you through this time.
Ida
linda Beatty
April 4, 2017
Dear Marge, Irvine, Doug and all family members:
I just hear of Neil's passing and wanted to send my thought and prayers to all.
Cousin Linda McCabe Beatty,
Tsawwassen B.C.
Lisa Jorgenson
April 4, 2017
I was so terribly sorry to hear of Neil's passing...such a sweet guy! My thoughts & prayers are with you....lots of love & god bless, Lisa Jorgenson
Audrey Rak
April 4, 2017
I worked with Neil for many years at McMahon's...I still remember him saying "Asquith, centre of the British Empire"! He was always great to work with...a good friend who will be missed.
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