We are announcing with heavy hearts and sadness, the passing of our father, after a brief illness, on Thursday, January 26, 2012, at the young age of 81. Oram is predeceased by his loving wife, Verna (Easton) Proulx; his parents, Paul and Diana Proulx; his brothers, Horace and René; and sister, Yvonne. Dad is survived by his eight siblings - three sisters, five brothers. Dad will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered forever in the hearts of his five children, Lynda (Robert), Valerie (Norm), Debbie (Ian), Darlene and Sheldon (Lisa). Dad has 13 grandchildren, and 11 great-grandchildren. Dad has numerous nieces and nephews, as well as, great friends and extended family. Dad was a well-respected, dedicated member of our community and a member of the church, the Knights of Columbus. He was Counselor of Ward 4 for 29 years. People continued to come to him for consultations about issues they were continually having. Because he knew Ward 4 like the back of his hand, and was very honest, they trusted him and his opinions. He was Chief Engineer for 45 years at International Labs. Dad and Mom built the restaurant called Vern's Snack Bar, grocery store, gas bar, and pool hall. The World's Greatest Dad, always made time for us. He played games with us and took us to places as a family. Dad, you are with the love of your life, Mom. You both will be in our hearts, prayers and thoughts forever. We would like to say a special thank you to Dr. Bissionette, Dr. Doan, Dr. Crow, and the nursing staff at St. Boniface Hospital on the palliative care ward; very special thank you to Neil for all the extra attention and comfort you gave Dad and support you gave our family. Funeral Services will be held on Friday, February 10, 2012 at the Ste Anne Roman Catholic Church on Central Street, Ste Anne, MB. Celebration of life will be at 2:00 p.m. Mass will be held at 2:30 p.m. Reception at the Seine River Banquet Hall, located at 80 Arena Road, Ste Anne, MB