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GORDON JOSEPH MATENCHUK
Date of Passing: Dec 17, 2011
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryGORDON JOSEPH MATENCHUK It is with saddened hearts that we announce the passing of our father Gordon Joseph Matenchuk on December 17, 2011. Gordie fought a courageous battle with cancer for several months. Gordie was born January 3, 1943 and lived in Winnipeg all his life. He was educated at LaVerendrye School, Earl Grey Junior High and Kelvin High School. He also attended the University of Manitoba. He later worked for Canada Safeway, Dominion Stores and I.G.A. in the produce department. As a young man Gordie enjoyed buying vintage cars and restoring them. He shared this interest with his brothers and later his son, Dusty. His favourite car was his 59 Vett which he restored to mint shape. That car was his pride and joy. Later in his life Gordie met Judy. They had two children together, Autumn Day and Dustin Joseph. They all lived in an unconventional way, but the love and loyalty for each other was perfectly clear. Gordie was predeceased by his parents Joseph and Annette; his brothers Murray and Clifford and, sadly, his beloved wife Judy. Left to cherish his memory are his children Autumn and Dusty; his sister Joanne; niece Jodi, and nephews Joel and Shaun. Gordie was a good man who has many friends, he lived life to the fullest everyday with few to no regrets. We love you man. Funeral services will be held Friday, December 23, 2011 at 2:00 p.m., at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main St. Following, there will be a lunch at West Kildonan Legion, 1748 Main St.
Run Date: Dec 22, 2011
GORDON JOSEPH MATENCHUK It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Gordon Matenchuk, 68, on December 17, 2011. After a lengthy and courageous battle, he can now rest peacefully and be with his soulmate. Funeral service at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main St., Friday, December 23 at 2:00 p.m. Longer obituary to follow.
Run Date: Dec 20, 2011
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 22, 2011
Condolences & Memories (10 entries)
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Some of the best memories of teenage years were spent in that house and I always felt at home there. Gordy was a great guy and I'm a better man for knowing him. - Posted by: Ash Finnen (Family Friend) on: Feb 28, 2015
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I have been trying to find both Gordy and Judy for years since leaving Winnipeg. I am so sorry Autumn and Dusty for your loss. Just found out that your mum has passed too... love to you both..807-222-3038 - Posted by: Patricia Climie (friend of gordy and judy.) on: Nov 12, 2012
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Autumn and Dusty we just found out about your Dad and were so sorry to hear he passed. He was a good man. Your mom and dad were both our friends, even though we did not see alot of each other in these past years they were never out of our thoughts - Posted by: Debbie and Dave and Jason Mcphee (good friends) on: Oct 14, 2012
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Daddy so sorry you are gone and so sorry I could not say goodbye but you know you are in my heart and in my thoughts will miss you always Gord xo P.S Are there cigaretts and beers in heaven lol YOU ROCKED DADDIO YOU WERE ONE COOL CAT................ - Posted by: Mavis Kaml () on: Jan 06, 2012
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I was friend with his family and am truly sorry for their loss. Autum take care and remember he is in a better place with his love. - Posted by: Kathy Taylor (Friend of Family) on: Dec 27, 2011
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Gord was a great guy,I will miss our fireside chats and all the laughs we had. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Rest in peace my friend - Posted by: kim broadbent (friend) on: Dec 22, 2011
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tribute - Posted by: kim broadbent (friend) on: Dec 22, 2011
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Even though I can not be there to say goodbye I love you and will miss you always Gord (daddy) - Posted by: Sherry McFarlane (Family Friend) on: Dec 22, 2011
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Remembering a great sense of humor and infectious laugh. - Posted by: mel/pat dick (old friend 50 years ? or so) on: Dec 21, 2011
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Gordie always treated me like a daughter and was a really great person. Very sorry to hear of his passing - my thoughts and prayers are with the family at this very difficult time. - Posted by: Christine Langdon (nee Sokoluk) (Friend and Honourary Daughter) on: Dec 21, 2011