Obituary of JAMES DEVLIN

JAMES MARTIN DEVLIN November 23, 1965 – October 24, 2013 It is with great sorrow and sadness that we announce the untimely and accidental passing of Jim on October 24th, 2013 at the age of 47. Jim leaves behind his loving wife Rachel and his puppies (kids) Spirit and Sadie; his brothers and sisters John (Maureen), Sarah (Ed), Maria (Larry) and Patrick (Barb); mother-in law Sylvia, brother–in-law Gord (Arlene) and Rachel’s special Uncle Dave. Jim is survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews and close friends, too numerous to list, in Canada, Ireland and England. Jim immigrated with his family to Winnipeg from Belfast, Northern Ireland, in 1970 and settled in Fort Rouge. His fierce love of family was evident in his caring and helping nature. His sense of humour and thoughtful personality allowed Jim to form many long lasting relationships throughout his life. While his love of all sports kept him involved throughout his life in soccer, baseball, hockey, fishing, bowling, boxing and ultimate frisbee; his true passions were golf and curling, which he shared with the love of his life, Rachel. Jim was a long time member of the Fort Rouge Curling Club and in recent years the Wildewood Golf Club. He was also a die-hard Bruins, Vikings, Bomber and Jets fan. Jim dealt with life on life’s terms. His drive and conviction was evident to any group or organization with which he was associated. Whether he was on a committee at the curling club or at a meeting at the Winnipeg Group, Jim would give his all to get the job done. He could often be found taking long walks with Rachel and his puppies on the riverside beside Churchill Drive. This provided Jim with comfort and quiet time to reflect on the blessings he was given in life. Most days after work in the summer, you could find Jim at the golf course mentoring friends and family or competitively challenging Rachel or his good friend and nemesis Mike to a game of "skins". Jim was a man of faith and belief in his God. He would openly share his experiences with his many close friends if it would help them. When there were trying times in his life, Jim rose above them with the help of God and used them in service of his fellow man. He will be missed and remembered by all his life has touched. His actions spoke louder than words ever could and he was a rock for all who needed him. A celebration of Jim’s life will be held on Sunday, November 3rd at 1:00 p.m. at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main Street. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Jim’s memory to the Winnipeg Humane Society, Canadian Diabetes Association, Canadian Heart Foundation or the charity of your choosing. " And in the pain I felt a presence, in the shadows I felt a light, Didn’t know what God had given me, my new Angel that night."