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DOUGLAS ARTHUR BUFFIE
Peacefully on December 21, 2025 Douglas passed away at Grace Hospital surrounded by his wife and children. Predeceased by his parents, Jacob Buffie and Sophia Buffie (nee Neuls) and his brother Tom, he is survived by his wife Joyce (nee Krupinski) of 68 years and his children, Nancy Shead (Philip), Douglas (Kathy), Laura Jean Schmidt (Brian - “Uncle”) and Jim (Susan).
Doug loved and was so proud of his grandchildren, Jack Buffie (Alison Buckberrough), Jennifer Shead (Matt Hurd), Keith Buffie, Carolyn Shead, Adam Schmidt (Patricia Bulos) and Sara Buffie.
He worked for 42 years as a sales representative in the corrugated container industry. He was a member of the Master Brewers’ Association and the Regina Kiwanis Club.
Doug was transferred to Regina to help open the new plant there. He worked there for 13 years. While in Regina, he refereed minor, high school and junior football. He held the yardsticks for the CFL’s Saskatchewan Roughriders at their home games. He was transferred back to Winnipeg in 1972.
His favourite place to be was the cottage at Gull Lake. While he was working, the last three weeks of August were reserved for his summer holidays at the cottage. Even after he retired in 1997, he continued to take the last three weeks of August for his “holidays”. He enjoyed the annual fireworks competition with their lake neighbors the Zammits and dear friends the Leibels from Regina. Bonfires were more fun when he made his “special” popcorn. He was so happy at family dinners where three tables were pushed together to ensure that the entire family of all ages could sit together at one table, a tradition which still continues.
The family would like to thank the staff at Sturgeon Creek 1 Residence, especially Dave and Lisa, Doug’s respite caregiver Lee Ann, and the Emergency Room doctors, nurses and staff at Grace Hospital for their compassion and care.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, The Kidney Foundation or a charity of choice.
Cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service will be announced at a later date.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 10, 2026
Condolences & Memories (8 entries)
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Very sad Our condolences to the entire Buffie family. - Posted by: Randy & Carol Taman (Co worker and friend) on: Jan 12, 2026
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My deepest heartfelt condolences to your family. I had the pleasure of meeting Doug at the senior facility he lived in with his wife Joyce. He was a beautiful man. What stands the most for me was his love and respect for his wife and his contagious smile. I'm so sorry for your loss. - Posted by: Maria Dutra (Hairstylist/friend) on: Jan 11, 2026
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Doug and I started our friendship at Queenston School grades one to six. We both lived on Queenston Street . We played sports together . Enjoyed our years at River Heights Community centre and Sir John Franklin Community centre Many a good time . I remember he was head of patrols at Queenston school . I would always stop in for a visit with Doug and Nancy when I came home to Winnipeg for a visit .I will miss you my friend Bob Kirvan - Posted by: bob kirvan (Neighbour and friend) on: Jan 11, 2026
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We would like to send are deepest condolences to the entire Buffie family. - Posted by: Rene and Perry Halaiko (Friend) on: Jan 10, 2026
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I always enjoyed Doug’s laugh. I enjoyed being a part of your lives at Sturgeon Creek 1. So sorry for your loss Joyce and family. - Posted by: Joyce Giesbrecht (Previous caregiver) on: Jan 10, 2026
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So sorry to hear of his passing! I have so many fond memories of Mr Buffie. Thinking of you all at this time Susan - Posted by: Susan Turner-Briercliffe (friend) on: Jan 10, 2026
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Mama Buff, Doug, Nancy, Laura and Jim: I’m so very sorry to hear of Daddy Buff’s passing… he was a lovely man. Praying that God surrounds you all with love and strength at this sad time. - Posted by: Susan Brennand ( McEwen) (Friend of the family) on: Jan 10, 2026
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So Sorry for Your Loss, Enjoyed Doug’s appearance at the Annual Shuffle Board Completion every Fall at the Lake. May he Rest in Peace. Ray and Joy - Posted by: Joy Brough/Ray Bowcott (friend) on: Jan 10, 2026