JOSEPH LLOYD HURST

Lloyd passed away peacefully, with family at his side, on November 15,

2011 at the age of 85 years.

Lloyd is survived by his wife of 61 years, Ruth and sons,

Rick (Donna), Mike (Andrea), grandchildren, Jennifer, Derek,

Jayson, Devon, great granddaughter Makayla, sister Eileen

nephews Murray, Dale (Elaine) and numerous cousins and friends.

Lloyd was born in Snowflake, MB, January 24, 1926, growing up he

enjoyed hockey, baseball and curling and continued playing until he

turned to coaching.

Lloyd was active in the community, taking on positions as Secretary for

the Sunday School, baseball and curling clubs, Legion and Snowflake

Cemetery.

Lloyd worked with his father in the post office/telephone office until he

married Ruth in 1950. They continued working for MTS

until 1962 when Lloyd was employed by Canada Customs until his

retirement in 1985. In his retirement years, he enjoyed winter travel,

woodworking and pursing his love of golf. Lloyd was especially proud

of being inducted into the Manitoba Baseball Hall of Fame in 2006 as a

member of the 1948-52 Snowflake Baseball Club.

Cremation has taken place and as per Lloyd's wishes a graveside service

will take place, Saturday, November 19, at 1:00 pm at the Snowflake

Cemetery.

Lloyd's family would like to extend a very special thank you to the staff

at Vista Park Lodge, for their care and compassion in making Lloyd's

last days as comfortable as possible.

In lieu of flowers, if so desired, donations may be made to a charity of

your choice.