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JOHN DUMAS
It is with great sadness that we announce John’s passing on January 9, 2026, at Riverview Health Centre.
John was born in Montreal, the third of five children. He was a kind-hearted person, known for his warm spirit and sense of humour. John was deeply loved and will be missed by his dear wife Claudette (Lacasse), his sisters, Madeleine Cerveaux and Françoise Dion, and the entire Lacasse family.
At 19 years of age, John joined the Canadian Armed Forces. He was always proud of his posting in Cyprus working alongside the Blue Berets. During a subsequent posting in Churchill, he met his wife Claudette, and they married in July 1963.
After his military service, he dedicated 21 years to teaching Automotive at R.B. Russell Vocational School, where he was highly respected by his students and colleagues. An avid skier, he shared this passion early on by teaching his nephew Christopher and niece Stephanie to ski, taking them on annual trips. His love for teaching and for the sport also led him to found the Alpine Ski Club at his school.
His retirement years were busy with volunteering, travelling, and spending time outdoors.
A celebration of his life will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, March 20, 2026, at St. Boniface Cathedral.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 24, 2026
Condolences & Memories (6 entries)
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I met John and Claudette last year and have been their local support technician since. During my visits, I was delighted by John's sense of humor and his level of knowledge and interest in technology. During one-such visit, John watched closely as I upgraded their computer and was fascinated by the work I was doing. He asked questions and appreciated me explaining what I was doing and how it would help make their computer better. I offer my sincerest sympathies to Claudette and the rest of the family during this difficult time 🕯️ - Posted by: Devon T. (Friend of family) on: Jan 27, 2026
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La Maison Gabrielle-Roy tient à offrir ses plus sincères condoléances à Claudette, son épouse, ainsi qu’à l’ensemble de la famille et des proches de Monsieur John (Jean) Dumas. Bénévole engagé et dévoué, Monsieur Dumas a grandement contribué au maintien et à la mise en valeur de la propriété. Ce fut un réel privilège de travailler à ses côtés à la Maison Gabrielle-Roy. Son engagement, sa générosité et sa présence bienveillante laisseront une empreinte durable dans notre communauté. - Posted by: Sebastien Gaillard (Associative) on: Jan 26, 2026
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I always enjoyed our times spent fishing together and we spent many a weekend going to dances with John and Claudette. John was always good company and had a wonderful sense of humor. Our sincerest sympathies to Claudette. - Posted by: Bill & Beryl Everingham (Friend) on: Jan 25, 2026
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Mes condoleances a claudette et la famille Lacasse. RIP JEAN Anita et Aime et les DESROSIERS - Posted by: anita courcelles (cousiin) on: Jan 24, 2026
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Mes sincères Condoléances à Claudette et à tous les proches de Jean, un vrai gentleman avec qui j'ai eu le plaisir de faire du bénévolat à la Maison Gabrielle-Roy. - Posted by: Laurent Gimenez (Acquaintance) on: Jan 24, 2026
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I’m sorry to see this sad news, I’m going to miss John at my barber shop for his monthly visit, It was an honor to have spent time with John. Our sincere heartfelt Condolences to Claudette & family. Ralph & Carmela 🙏💐. - Posted by: Ralph masi (Friend) on: Jan 24, 2026
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