James Leonard Selman of Stratton, Ont. passed away Saturday, May 10, 2008. He was born Aug. 7, 1923 to the late Carmen and Mary Selman of Gameland, Ont.
Leonard married his bride Sylvia (Sally) Archutick on April 18, 1951.
In just a few years they were blessed with five children, four of which were daughters, Carolyn (Calvin) Stafford of Stratton, Ont., Rosemary (Garry) Tetu of Rainy River, Ont., Sandra (Andre) Albert of Rexton, N.B., and Shelley Selman of Winnipeg, Man.; and son, Carmen (Debbie) Selman of Saskatoon, Sask.
He also is survived by many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Leonard also leaves behind his sister, Beatrice Medwechuk of Gameland, Ont. and brother, Irvin Selman of Rainy River, Ont.; and many sisters- and brothers-in-law.
Leonard was predeceased by his parents; brothers, Howard and Arnold Selman; and sister Evelyn. Neilson.
In the early part of his life, Leonard was proud yet very humble of his years of service with the Royal Winnipeg Rifles/Little Black Devils and his time spent overseas during World War II. Together with Sally, he spent time as a logger, farmer, trapper, and doing various other jobs while residing in North Branch, Stratton, and Barwick before they retired back to Stratton.
Leonard was passionate about his life, enjoying time spent with his family, camping for most of his summers, fishing, and always playing the violin.
Len and Sally travelled with their camper to both the west and east coasts several times, as well as attending many fiddle festivals in Manitoba, enjoying the musical performances, and going to dances.
A memorial service was held Wednesday, May 14, 2008 at 2 p.m. at the Northridge Funeral Home in Emo, Ont., with Rev. Barbara Miller officiating.
Visitation was one hour prior to service.
Interment will take place in Pine Ridge Cemetery in North Branch, Ont. at later time.
The honourary pallbearers were his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, whom he was always so proud of.
If desired, in memoriam donations may be made to Heart and Stroke Foundation c/o Northridge Funeral Home, P.O. Box 89, Emo, Ont., P0W 1E0.
Online condolences may be offered at www.northridgefuneralhome.com
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