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JAY DIRKS

JAY PAUL DIRKS On Monday, August 27, 2012, Jay Paul Dirks of Winnipeg, MB was taken home to be with the Lord after a six-month fight with cancer, at Bethesda Hospital in Steinbach, at the age of 29. Jay was born in Steinbach on July 25, 1983. He spent his summers growing up at Red Rock Bible Camp and continued on as staff. Jay was most known for his voice. He belonged to various choirs including: Eastman Youth Choir, Prairie Voices, Providence College, National Youth Chorus, University of Manitoba, Gilbert and Sullivan and many more. Jay attended the University of Manitoba and was to finish his second degree in Education this year. Jay will be remembered always and missed dearly. He is survived by his lovely wife Melissa Gayle Dirks (Yorke), parents Cliff and Iris Dirks, grandparents Malinda Dirks, Walter and Margret Reimer, his sister Robin Dirks Pay, her husband Erick and their children Kian and Keira, his brother Wren Dirks and his wife Renata Dirks and their daughter Sophia. Uncles, aunts, cousins, and many close friends were blessed by Jay touching their lives. A viewing will be held at Fort Garry Mennonite Brethren Church, 1771 Pembina Hwy. in Winnipeg on Friday, August 31 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held Saturday, September 1 at 10:00 a.m. at the same location. Immediate family will attend the interment with a reception to follow at Fort Garry Mennonite Brethren Church. Donations may be made at any Steinbach Credit Union Branch in Winnipeg or Steinbach. Cheques can be made out to the account name Jay Dirks in Trust . Arrangements by BIRCHWOOD FUNERAL CHAPEL 1-204-346-1030 OR 1-888-454-1030

As published in the Winnipeg Free Press on August 30, 2012

Guest Book(6 entries)

  • My sincerest condolences to Jay's family, and especially to Iris, Cliff, and Robin. I watched Jay grow up every summer at Red Rock, a place that was very dear to us both. My thoughts are with you during this heartbreaking time. Manitoba has lost a fine young singer.
    - Posted by: Professor Naomi (Dueck) Forman on: Sep 30, 2012
  • Our condolences to Melissa and the family. Our hearts were saddened when we heard the news of Jay. Our prayers will be with Melissa and her family(Ken & Linda) and with Jay's family.
    - Posted by: John & Maxine Ingalls (Friend) on: Aug 31, 2012
  • We are so sorry for your loss. I couldn't believe it when Janessa told us. We remember Jay from Red Rock, he was there when Janessa was a camper. We will hold you in our prayers as you deal with this loss. May God give you strength and comfort you. From Krisjan, Janessa and Heather Friesen
    - Posted by: Heather Friesen (friend) on: Aug 31, 2012
  • Though I did not personally get to know Jay, I have had to work through my own personal experiences with loss of family members to cancer. My mother, father, and oldest brother (last year). Just want you and yours families to know that your in mine and my children's thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Bill, Evy, Hannah, Grahme and Abraham
    - Posted by: Bill Matthews & Family (FGMB Member) on: Aug 30, 2012
  • Just want to express my deepest sympathies to Jay's family and friends. I was completely shocked to see Jays picture in the Free Press. I didn't know Jay well, he was in my graduating class, none the less, my thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. RIP Jay
    - Posted by: Jennifer Witty (old classmate) on: Aug 30, 2012
  • My heartfelt condolences to all the family. It was a pleasure having Jay join our company holiday choir alongside Melissa for some performances last season. His voice will truly be missed.
    - Posted by: Donna Wills (Colleague of Melissa) on: Aug 30, 2012

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