WILLIAM (EDWARD) GUIBOCHE

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WILLIAM (EDWARD) GUIBOCHE October 29, 1948 - January 8, 2006 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend, Edward Guiboche, after a brief courageous battle with cancer. Edward was predeceased by his mother Myrtle (nee Beauchamp) (1951), father Lawrence Guiboche (1978), brother-in-law Arnold Chartrand (1984), grandfather George Beauchamp (1986), grandmother Mary (nee Brass) Beauchamp (2000), mother-in-law Elizabeth Lafreniere (nee Ferland) (1998) and father-in-law Henry D. Chartrand (2000). He leaves to mourn his high school sweetheart and wife of 37 years, Audrey, his special mom Laura Guiboche of Grand Rapids. Daughters, Andrea (Chris) and grandson McCarthy of Winnipeg, Anthea McKenzie (Andrew) and grandchildren, Randy, Jordon, Jessica, special grandson Donovan, Mackenzie, Andrew Jr. and Masynne of Winnipeg, Althea and grandchildren, Christopher, Alexander and Victoria of Norway House and sons, Andre (Patricia) and grandchildren, Madison and Bryce of Winnipeg, traditionally adopted son Matthew Cseh (wife Danielle) of Steinbach, special grandson and legally adopted son Jordan of Norway House and his summer son Derek Quill. Also his special nieces, Melanie Chartrand of Winnipeg, Amanda George of Easterville, Kendra Sinclair of Winnipeg and Abbeygale Chartrand of Mallard. Special nephews, Richard and Arnold Chartrand both of Duck Bay. Also mourning his loss are his brothers, Joseph Guiboche of Grand Rapids, Daniel (Gina) Guiboche of The Pas, sisters, Patricia (Michael) Kutzner of Gillam, Isabel Guiboche of Grand Rapids and Bernice Ross of The Pas. Brother-in-law Lloyd Chartrand (Elizabeth) of Dauphin, sisters-in-law, Shirley Chartrand of Winnipeg, Edna Ducharme (Ted) of St. Ambroise and Lorna Chartrand (Larry) of Swan River, He also leaves to mourn his special brothers-in-law , Marvin (Sonny) Delaronde and wife Terri and Clarence Chartrand and wife Phyllis. Edward had countless friends all over the province. There was an endless stream of people who came to see him at the hospital. This show of love and concern meant a lot to him. He was an extremely talented individual who had great people skills. He is well known throughout the province in many different capacities. But, his main passion in life was square dancing. He made many square dance groups, most notable of these being the Champion Square Dancers from Skownan. He was instrumental in bringing square dancing to Winnipeg and other communities throughout Manitoba. He volunteered countless hours of instruction time to the Indian and Metis Friendship Centre where he trained hundreds of adults who came to the weekly dances at the Centre. From this venture, a significant number of square dance groups evolved. He elevated this cultural art form to a level that was championship level. His routines were unique and are still used to this day by square dance groups all over the province. In a tribute to him by the NCI radio program with Yvon Dumont and Kevin Chief, he was dubbed the father of square dancing . Anyone who knew him or was taught by him can have no doubt that this is true. A special surprise party was hosted by the Metis Club for him where the Norman Chief Memorial Square Dancers and the Half Pint square dancers performed in his honour. His granddaughter Mackenzie Guiboche dances with the Half Pints. The family would like to take this opportunity to thank the organizers of this special tribute two days before he left us. Edward was overwhelmed by the love and support he felt there. Edward's last place of residence was Norway House. He embraced this community and its' people with his whole heart. The day before he died, he stated his last request to Grand Chief Ron Evans. He stated I want to go to Norway House for one night when I die so that I can show my respect to the people . The family would like to thank the Norway House leadership and community for their support, care, concern and love for Edward. Consequently, a wake will be held for Edward at the United Church in Norway House on the night of Tuesday, January 10. He will then be taken to Grand Rapids for a one-night wake on Wednesday, January 11. Finally, he will be brought to Winnipeg at the for a one night wake on Thursday, January 12 at the Indian and Metis Friendship Centre, 45 Robinson St. Officiating the service at his request are his brother Daniel Guiboche, friend Michael Chartrand and brother-in-law Clarence Chartrand. At his request the pallbearers will be, Derek Quill, Mathew Cseh, Andrew McKenzie, Randy Campbell, Christopher Ducharme, Christopher Genaille, Alphonse Parenteau and Peter Cook. Honorary Pallbearers also at his request will be his 14 grandchildren. Funeral service will be held Friday, January 13, 10:00 a.m. at the Indian Metis Friendship Centre. Interment will follow at Brookside Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to: VOYAGE FUNERAL HOME CREMATORIUM 220 Hespeler at Henderson Hwy. 668-3151

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 11, 2006