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DENNIS ROBERT CHESLOCK -
Born: May 22, 1947
Date of Passing: Jan 08, 2013
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DENNIS ROBERT CHESLOCK 1947 - 2013 Dennis decided to leave us after a short battle with cancer on January 8, 2013 at St. Boniface Palliative Care. With heavy hearts the family wants you to know he had a peaceful journey and the time he spent with his love Carol and his family and friends that came up to pay their respects to him - his eyes lit up everytime a friend entered the room. He also enjoyed the nocturnal visits from Manfred - they meant the world to him. Dennis was predeceased by his parents Michael and Stephanie Cheslock. He leaves to mourn his son Robert; his brothers Jerry (Vi), Andy (Carol); his sister Jane (Barry), numerous cousins, Carol and her family and his Paragon family. Dennis was born in Winnipeg on May 22, 1947. His people training came from working in the family store in Elmwood. This love of people carried on into his adult life. As he started his career his mind was always focused on people. He started off in sales, which led him to opening a scrap yard on Springfield Road in 1975 - Den Ches Enterprises. Dennis started his first business as an automobile scrap dealer. Along with this he wanted to help kids so he set up that for every car that was brought in, a portion went to the St. Boniface Pediatric Ward called Scrap for Kids. He then expanded into heavy equipment and I now know when he developed his love of painting. His loaders, etc. were all yellow and his trucks were red. Dennis and M and H Rentals became partners in snow in 1978 and continued for two seasons. He then took a detour to British Columbia to build roads. Dennis was always thinking of ways to push forward. In 1982 construction was suffering and Dennis and a co-founder decided to establish an association which consisted of 12 businessmen, the name of the organization was Heavy Equipment Rental Association of Manitoba. The name got shortened to HAREM (of which Dennis may have had a part in) and today is known as HEAT with 186 members. During the next few years he had several other business ventures which included a larger scrap collection business. In addition he imported from the United States - oil, tires, batteries which was cut short when the premium no name oil became more prevalent and looked similar to a brand name barrel. The 1990s took him into heavy equipment sales and auctions as well as trailer sales at Arnies Welding. Dennis joined Paragon in 2001 where he took on various responsibilities. After Manfred's brother and father passed away in 2004 Dennis took over the role of shop, dispatch and purchasing. He was Manfred's number one confidante. Dennis made sure to look after things to take stress off Manfred. He will be missed very much. Dennis was a unique person with a big heart and wanted everyone to know how much he loved his Paragon family. A special thank you to Dr. Tim Hiebert and the wonderful nursing staff at St. Boniface Palliative Care. In memory of Dennis donations can be made to CancerCare Manitoba. E. J. Coutu Funeral Home in care of arrangements.
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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 12, 2013
Condolences & Memories (19 entries)
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It was 7 years ago that you have left us!! I miss you every day love yeah pops - Posted by: Robert Cheslock (Son) on: Jan 09, 2020
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God I know dennis you're up there making new friends sharing good stories drinking delicious coffee, laughing looking over your family from above. rest in peace - Posted by: spyder porth (his sons good friend) on: Apr 23, 2013
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Dennis was a happy, sociable man. My sympathies go out to Dennis' family, and his friends. My thoughts are with my cousin Carol. - Posted by: Patrick Fraser () on: Jan 21, 2013
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Dennis was a good friend to my late husband, Gunter. We would run into Dennis at Kendel's & we would share a cup of coffee. His smile, his wit and his good humour will be missed. Sincerely, Arlene & M. Stefan Hirsch - Posted by: Arlene Hirsch & Family (Former co-worker) on: Jan 21, 2013
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We were very fortunate that we spent time with Dennis and Carol before we left for our vacation. Dennis, you will be sadly missed. Our condolences go out to Carol at this very sad time. - Posted by: Don & Diane Matheson (Very Good Friends) on: Jan 17, 2013
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"HUG" - Posted by: Darlene Biblow () on: Jan 17, 2013
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We were so saddened to hear of Dennis's passing. Our condolences to the Cheslock family, Carol, and Dennis's friends and co-workers. - Posted by: Arthur and Jane Zegil (friends) on: Jan 17, 2013
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Our sincere condolences to Carole and family for your loss. Father 'Victor' and I enjoyed planning vacations with Dennis, as well as many HAREM trips. A great man, he will be missed. Victor Watt and family. - Posted by: Sheryl Watt (Friend Business) on: Jan 16, 2013
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My condolences to the family for your loss. I haven't seen Dennis since high school but it sounds like he had a wonderful life. - Posted by: Gerri Woznesensky (Friend from high school) on: Jan 15, 2013
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Was shokced to hear of Dennis's passing. Had known Dennis for many many years. He was a real sweeatheart. May you rest in peace Dennis. My condolences go out to family. - Posted by: Becky Okrainec (Friend) on: Jan 14, 2013
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Always had a conversation with Dennis when we meet for coffee etc. We never did get the bike ride in. May you be peaceful in Heaven. - Posted by: Al Schulz (Friend Business ) on: Jan 13, 2013
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Heaven won't be the same when Dennis hooks with Bill B and Rex K...very sad to read about his passing our thoughts and prayers are extended to Dennis family.. - Posted by: David Shale (Long time school friend from Elmwood) on: Jan 13, 2013
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dennis you will be missed.i remember all those days dragracing at bison dragways.those were wonderful times we had together. all the freebees you gave us dragracers at your autowrecking.you were a joy to know. i remember sitting at chateau lanes every sunday night rehashing the racing meet we had participated in.god bless you dennis. - Posted by: JIM L'ESPERANCE (FRIEND) on: Jan 12, 2013
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Dennis always made me laugh on his and Carol's many visits to our home. Condolences Carol....stay strong! - Posted by: Helma Van de Mosselaer (friend) on: Jan 12, 2013
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R.I.P.big guy,you will be missed...watching sports together at the lake,and all your golf carts - Posted by: Gord/Cheryl Mcleod (Lake friend) on: Jan 12, 2013
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OUR SINCERE CONDOLENCES REST IN PEACE - Posted by: Maria & Duane SAUTER (FRIENDS) on: Jan 12, 2013
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Our sincere condolences to the Cheslock family, our niece Carol, and friends. God bless you all. - Posted by: Al and Irma Fraser () on: Jan 12, 2013
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Sorry to hear of the passing of Dennis at such a young age,My condolences to the family.May he rest in peace. - Posted by: Larry Cottes (Friend) on: Jan 12, 2013
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Dennis was a real people person. We miss him at Robins on Grassie telling the guys stories. R.I.P. old friend. - Posted by: Peter Polet (friend) on: Jan 12, 2013