Obituary of SPENCER DONALD ESTABROOKS

SPENCER DONALD ESTABROOKS

(Father Anthony)

Peacefully passed away September 4, 2024 at Health Sciences Center at the age of 79 years after suffering a major stroke on Monday September 2, 2024.

He was predeceased by his parents and parents-in-law, sisters Freda and Sandra, two brothers-in-law and one sister-in-law.

He is lovingly remembered by his wife Irene of 56 years (nee Kuz), children Jana Gerbrandt (Scott), Joy Perrott (Jeremy), Peterjohn (Nancy) Josef (Stephanie), Michelle Pahpasay, Karen Pahpasay, Robert Estabrooks all of Winnipeg and grandchildren Sam (Fiona) Reuben, Kira, Tim (Sarah) Kyle, Sean, Rebecca, Julian, Christian, James, Margaret, Eleanor and Devon.

He also leaves his brothers Stephen (Jayne), Stan (Allison) of Ottawa and sister Brenda Moriarity of Bowmanville as well as numerous nieces, nephews and extended family.

A loving husband, a dad who gave love, time and guidance, and delighted in his children and grandchildren, but above all a man of God. He studied religion, philosophy and theology at University of Toronto, Knox College, Carleton University, McMaster University and St. Andrew’s College. He was an academic whose main focus in life was to « grow in grace and in the knowledge of God » and to teach and encourage others to do the same. Obeying God’s call, he was ordained an Orthodox priest in 2011 and found great fulfillment in serving God in this way. Sadly, he began showing signs of dementia in 2018 and could not continue service although he could still be counted on to have answers when anyone had questions. A great example of humility, both in sickness and health. A deeply loved and respected man of faith. He will not be forgotten. 

Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church, 2255 Grant Ave at 6:00 p.m. followed by a reception.

A Funeral Liturgy will be held on Thursday, September 12, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Demetrios with Father Phillip Eriksson and fellow priests officiating. Interment will follow at St. Nicholas Narol Cemetery 5635 Henderson Hwy.

If friends so desire donations may be made to: Heavenly King Orthodox Academy admin@heavenlykingacademy.ca or Manitoba Pioneer Camp PMB 321-360 Main Street Unit 138 Winnipeg Manitoba R3C 3Z8 or Harvest Manitoba 1085 Winnipeg Ave, Winnipeg Manitoba R3E 0S2

Wed live link:  https://youtube.com/live/tBy5D2d7-Jo?feature=share

Thurs live link: https://youtube.com/live/z3iYGdDADvE?feature=share