Walter Donald McTavish
March 13, 1941 to May 20, 2025
It is with heavy hearts we announce the sudden and unexpected passing of Walter McTavish, aged 84 on Tuesday, May 20, 2025 surrounded by his loving family, at the Health Sciences Centre.
Left to treasure his memory are his loving wife Beverley, daughter Rhonda (Rick) and son Barry (Marlys), his cherished grandchildren Max (Hannah), Ashley (Austin), Rachel, and Samuel and step grandchildren Travis (Mikayla), Justin (Sam), and Taylor (Morgan) and families; and Bev’s sons Wayne (Janet), Ken (Melissa) and families; sister Helen, brother Edwin and several nieces and nephews.
Walter was predeceased by his first wife Dean of 46 years (2013), parents Jack and Jean, brother Brian.
Walter was born in Carman, MB on March 13, 1941. He grew up on the family farm and started farming unofficially at age 6. Walter graduated from Miami Collegiate and was able to continue his farming career.
Walter was married to Dean in 1967 where they settled on a farm two miles south of his parents near Rosebank where they raised their two children Rhonda and Barry. Walter farmed with his father and brother Brian. Walter also was a school bus driver in the Miami area for 30 years. He was very community minded and was involved in many activities in Miami and Rosebank.
As his children grew up and started their own families, Walter enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.
Following the passing of his wife Dean, Walter later married Beverley. This meant the addition of more grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Family brought the most joy to Walter. He was an easy-going Grandpa with a great sense of humour and the kids loved him. He spent countless hours attending sporting events or keeping the kids busy with activities on the farm.
Walter and Bev enjoyed travelling throughout Canada from the east to west coasts, including a St. Lawrence River cruise. They also ventured to Alaska, the Panama Canal, and Hawaii. However, his favourite trip with Bev was their tour through England and Scotland.
Hours were spent at the lake where Walter found a way to relax with family while making many cabin improvements.
He gradually retired from farming but remained on the farm and still did some haying and always kept an eye out for a tractor he may need.
He remained busy as a counsellor for the R.M. of Thompson for 31 years many of them as deputy reeve. He had a passion for environmental conservation. There was not a water drain for miles that he did not know. Walter served on multiple boards and committees including the Pembina Valley Conservation Board, Manitoba Association of Watersheds Board, MSTW and the Morden Veterinary Board.
Walter had a full and active life until his passing. He had a passion for farming, community, and most importantly family and friends. His life was a life well lived. He will be greatly missed.
The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the caring health care professionals from Miami Fire & Rescue, Southern Health Ambulance, Boundary Trails Emergency Department, and HSC SICU.
A memorial service will take place on June 7, 2025 at the Miami Event Center at 2pm.
In remembrance of Walter’s life, the family suggests that any charitable donations may be made to the Miami Area Foundation, Box 334, Miami, MB, R0G-1H0.
March 13, 1941 to May 20, 2025
It is with heavy hearts we announce the sudden and unexpected passing of Walter McTavish, aged 84 on Tuesday, May 20, 2025 surrounded by his loving family, at the Health Sciences Centre.
Left to treasure his memory are his loving wife Beverley, daughter Rhonda (Rick) and son Barry (Marlys), his cherished grandchildren Max (Hannah), Ashley (Austin), Rachel, and Samuel and step grandchildren Travis (Mikayla), Justin (Sam), and Taylor (Morgan) and families; and Bev’s sons Wayne (Janet), Ken (Melissa) and families; sister Helen, brother Edwin and several nieces and nephews.
Walter was predeceased by his first wife Dean of 46 years (2013), parents Jack and Jean, brother Brian.
Walter was born in Carman, MB on March 13, 1941. He grew up on the family farm and started farming unofficially at age 6. Walter graduated from Miami Collegiate and was able to continue his farming career.
Walter was married to Dean in 1967 where they settled on a farm two miles south of his parents near Rosebank where they raised their two children Rhonda and Barry. Walter farmed with his father and brother Brian. Walter also was a school bus driver in the Miami area for 30 years. He was very community minded and was involved in many activities in Miami and Rosebank.
As his children grew up and started their own families, Walter enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.
Following the passing of his wife Dean, Walter later married Beverley. This meant the addition of more grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Family brought the most joy to Walter. He was an easy-going Grandpa with a great sense of humour and the kids loved him. He spent countless hours attending sporting events or keeping the kids busy with activities on the farm.
Walter and Bev enjoyed travelling throughout Canada from the east to west coasts, including a St. Lawrence River cruise. They also ventured to Alaska, the Panama Canal, and Hawaii. However, his favourite trip with Bev was their tour through England and Scotland.
Hours were spent at the lake where Walter found a way to relax with family while making many cabin improvements.
He gradually retired from farming but remained on the farm and still did some haying and always kept an eye out for a tractor he may need.
He remained busy as a counsellor for the R.M. of Thompson for 31 years many of them as deputy reeve. He had a passion for environmental conservation. There was not a water drain for miles that he did not know. Walter served on multiple boards and committees including the Pembina Valley Conservation Board, Manitoba Association of Watersheds Board, MSTW and the Morden Veterinary Board.
Walter had a full and active life until his passing. He had a passion for farming, community, and most importantly family and friends. His life was a life well lived. He will be greatly missed.
The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the caring health care professionals from Miami Fire & Rescue, Southern Health Ambulance, Boundary Trails Emergency Department, and HSC SICU.
A memorial service will take place on June 7, 2025 at the Miami Event Center at 2pm.
In remembrance of Walter’s life, the family suggests that any charitable donations may be made to the Miami Area Foundation, Box 334, Miami, MB, R0G-1H0.