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DAVID (BUTCH) DVERIS -
Date of Passing: Nov 24, 2011
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryDAVID (BUTCH) DVERIS 1920 - 2011 Dave passed away peacefully on November 24, 2011 with his family by his side. He was predeceased by his parents, Sarah and Israel Dveris, sister, Lil Portnoy (Joe), brother, Harry (Ruth), and son, Gregory. Dave is survived by his wife of 65 years, Claire; sons: Marty (Linda), Ron, Jeff; grandchildren: Adam (Shari), Sean (Courtney), Cara, Shira, Reynoldo, and great grandchildren: Sadie and Joseph. Born in Russia, Dave came to the North End of Winnipeg in 1921. He entered the workforce at an early age, delivering dry cleaning for Perth's. He started his sales career with London Life where he honed and mastered his skills. In the early 1950s Dave found his calling in the automotive industry at Winnipeg Motor Products. He quickly advanced to the role of sales manager and in 1967 became the owner / operator of Park Pontiac Buick GMC LTD on Main Street. In 1972, Park Pontiac moved to Regent Avenue West. Dave was very proud of his building and dealership where he built a strong reputation as an honourable, honest and caring businessman. Dave's greatest joy was being with his family and friends. He had a magnetic personality and he loved being with people. He cared deeply for his friends and was always there for them. He was known for his big smile, warm demeanor and very firm handshake. Whether Dave was at home or at his favourite place, his cottage at Winnipeg Beach, he loved to be outside working. He always had a warm greeting for anyone passing by. We will all miss Butch Dveris. Funeral services were held at Shaarey Zedek Synagogue on Sunday, November 27, 2011. Pallbearers were Adam and Sean Dveris, Terry Cristal, Bob Silver, Stephen Freed, Bruce Gershman. Honorary pallbearers were Cara and Shira Dveris, Glenn Sveinson, Shari Dveris, Courtney Dveris. The family would like to thank the Staff at the Simkin Centre and a special thank you to Edgar Estebal and Noel Pascuda for their care and kindness. Donations can be made in Dave's honour to the Claire and Dave Dveris Fund at the Jewish Foundation of Manitoba or a charity of your choice.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 10, 2011
Condolences & Memories (4 entries)
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I sure do miss my Uncle Dave He was a one of kind personality. He was always smiling. He made me feel wonderful, and I will always remember him for the GoldEye fish that he used to bring from Canada to Florida. He made a wonderful impression on me as a teenager and young adult. I loved him and his entire family. - Posted by: Rock Kessler (cousin) on: Dec 05, 2019
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Park Pontiac was my first place of full time employment after graduation. Dave was great to work for. Stopping in to see him 20 years after I left, he still treated me as an old friend. Will never forget him. - Posted by: Anne Jensen (Past employee) on: Aug 16, 2015
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Dave was a wonderful person who will be sorely missed. He was one of those larger-than-life people, a truly one-of-a-kind. I will remember his many kindnesses, his warmth, and his great smile. - Posted by: Jay Levine (Friend) on: May 14, 2012
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I will always hold fond memories of Dave Dveris. His personality was huge and contagious and always greeted you with a wonderful smile..he always enjoyed people and loved to entertain at his cottage in Winnipeg Beach...he made the best barbecued ribs! We will miss you Dave! - Posted by: marilynn gershman valene (friend of the dveris familyand daughter of sue and lou gershman) on: Apr 24, 2012