Passed away unexpectedly on Thursday January 19, 2023 at the age of 79 years, Ellis George Drinkwater, of Glenboro, MB.

Ellis leaves to mourn his passing his loving wife of 52 years Sheila (nee Whitmore), son Jim & daughter-in-law Nancy Drinkwater of Glenboro, MB, daughter Tanya Drinkwater of Winnipeg, MB, two grandsons William & Remington, sister Shirley Mooney of Wawanesa, MB, brothers-in-law Harry Mooney of Wawanesa, MB, John Whitmore of Glenboro, MB as well as numerous extended relatives & friends.

He was predeceased by his father Les Drinkwater & mother Tish (nee Lalonde).

A Private Family Graveside service will be held at the Glenboro Cemetery at a later date.

Memorial donations can be made in Ellis' memory to a charity of choice.

Online condolences can be sent to the Drinkwater family by visiting www.willmorchapel.com.