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DARRIN GARTH KLASSEN
Born: Feb 09, 1968
Date of Passing: Dec 21, 2005
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryDARRIN GARTH KLASSEN 9 February 1968 - 21 December 2005 With great sadness we announce the sudden passing of our son on December 21, 2005 in Edmonton, AB at the age of 37. He was predeceased by his loving maternal mother, Kathleen (Keough) Klassen. Darrin was the son of Richard and Rhonda Klassen of Headingley, MB. He had three siblings, Terry Baldwin (Kurt and Kelsey Baldwin), Dennis Klassen (Lisl Mayer) and Kimberly Klassen. He is also survived by his grandfathers, John Keough of Headingley, and Jake Klassen of Lethbridge. Darrin had many caring aunts, uncles and cousins. He was raised in Sanford, MB, graduating from the Sanford Collegiate. He worked in Winnipeg for a few years, and then traveled to Edmonton, where he made his home. He found his artistic talent working with metals. He leaves to mourn his family and friends and Carol Oranchuck and her son Connor, with whom he had a special relationship. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, December 29 at 12:30 p.m. at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home, 4000 Portage Ave., with a reception to follow. In lieu of flowers the family would ask that any donations be made in Darrin's name to the Mood Disorders Society of Canada, Suite 763, 3 - 304 Stone Road West, Guelph, ON, N1G 4W4. 1-519-824-5565. Donations may also be made on-line at www.canadahelps.org
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 26, 2005
Condolences & Memories (5 entries)
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I will never forget Darrin's smile and laughter - to Terry, Dennis and the rest of the family, my sincere condolences. From Calgary, Lisa - Posted by: Lisa Olund (Friend) on: Jan 01, 2006
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My heartfelt condolences to Richard, Rhonda, Terry, Uncle Don and all the family. - Posted by: Florence Parker (Friend) on: Dec 31, 2005
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I was so sorry to hear of Darrin's passing. My deepest sympathy to your family. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family. Sincerely, Pat (Siemens) Harder. (neighbor in Sanford) - Posted by: Patricia (Siemens) Harder (Acquaintance) on: Dec 27, 2005
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Richard =Our deepest sympathy to you and your family at the loss of your son. We never knew him but we can imagine how his death will leave a large hole in all your lives. Thinking of you ...the McDole Girls ...Margaret, Heather and Judy Ann - Posted by: Judy Ann Henderson -nee McDole (Friend) on: Dec 27, 2005
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I would like to send my condolences to the family. I went to school with Darrin in Sanford. - Posted by: Robert Enns (Friend) on: Dec 26, 2005