MCGUIRE, VELMAN W. - Mr. Velman W. McGuire of Lethbridge, AB passed away on Sunday, February 22nd, 2009 at the Foothills Hospital in Calgary, AB at the age of 70. Velman was born January 1st, 1939 in New Brunswick and lived in Chamcook. He moved to Manitoba as a young man and later on to Alberta. He worked as a truck driver, auto body mechanic, and private driver. Velman also had many interests such as camping, gardening, fishing, and vehicle mechanics. He was known for his great sense of humor, his willingness to always lend a helping hand, and his great love for animals. Velman is survived by his son Raymond McGuire (Jill) of Winnipeg, MB, two sisters; Bernadine McCullough (Mac) of Winnipeg, MB, and Pat Lee of St. Andrew's, NB, one brother Wilfred McGuire (Shirley) of Grand Manan, NB, two aunts, and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents Bernard and Anna McGuire of St. Andrews, NB, one younger brother Roger McGuire of Ontario. Velman will be sadly and lovingly missed by his family and friends. Memorial donations and messages of sympathy also may be sent online to ELLS FUNERAL HOME INC., 1199 Route 776 Grand Manan, NB, E5G 1G2 (506-662-3116). www.ells.ca