Bergwin Jon Wopnford

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On Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at Neepawa hospital, Bergwin J. Wopnford (84), beloved husband of Marg Wopnford passed away peacefully after a short illness. Berg was born July 4, 1939 in Gimli Manitoba. He grew up on his family farm near Arborg, where he completed his grade 12 education. He then moved to Toronto where he received his engineering diploma from Ryerson College, and then onto University of North Dakota, where he earned his Bachelor of Civil Engineering. In 1966, Berg embarked on his lifelong career as a water resources engineer in Winnipeg and Neepawa until his retirement in 1997. Berg married the love of his life, Marg, in 1966 and they bought their first house in Niakwa Park in Winnipeg, where they started their family with son Stephen and daughter Laura. In 1968, the family bought a farm at Finns, Manitoba on Lake Winnipeg, where they spent their summers. In 1981, the family moved to Neepawa where they have called “home” ever since. Berg and Marg spent many winters as snowbirds in Weslaco, Texas in Magic Valley and Trails End Parks. Berg enjoyed playing baseball, golf, and participating in happy hours with many friends. Berg is survived by his wife, Marg and two children, Laura (Wes) and Stephen (Paula), four grandchildren, Brooke, Chelsea (Josh), Owen and Erik and his great grandson Elijah. Berg is also survived by his sisters Marlene Slominsky , Judy (Bob) Sykes, Donna (Rich) Oberrieth, brother in law Ian (Diane) Reid, sisters in law, Lee (David) Faulkner, Holly Reid, and Lynn Bandera. Berg was predeceased by his daughter-in-law Lori Wopnford, brother-in-law Ed Slominsky and sister-in-law Susan Reid and Mother in law Ruth Reid. Also left to mourn many nieces and nephews and other family. Berg had many interests and hobbies such as travelling, golf, rotary, gardening, curling, coffee-time and bridge. The family wishes to express their sincere thanks to the staff at Neepawa Hospital for their excellent care of Berg. A funeral service will be held on Friday, May 17, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at the Neepawa United/Anglican Church with Reverend Chad McCharles officiating.

In Lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Beautiful Plains Foundation.  

White’s Funeral Home in care of arrangements.  www.whitesfh.ca

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