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FERNAND DURAND It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Fernand Arthur Durand on Monday, December 17, 2012, at the St. Boniface Hospital, Beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, Great-Grandfather and Friend at the age of 78. Besides his wife Anita (nee Dupuis) he is survived by his daughters Colette, Cecile (husband Brian Bouskill); Diane (husband Larry Wiens); and his sons Mitch (wife Janet) and Robert; his grandchildren James (wife Dana), Nicole, Jeffrey (wife Shawna); his great-grandchildren Ellee and Kylee. He also leaves to mourn his brothers Leo (wife Margaret), Denis and his foster brothers Paul, Peter and Walter. He was predeceased by his parents Rene and Antionette (nee Guenette) and his foster brother Bill. The family would like to thank the staff at the St. Boniface Hospital for their caring and patience. A private family memorial service will be held at a later date. Cremation arrangements in care of Cropo Funeral Chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Kidney Foundation of Canada.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 22, 2012
Condolences & Memories (8 entries)
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Our sympaties goes out the family from the old next door neighbours in Letellier. May the Lord comfort you in these trying times. Guy - Posted by: Guy & Karen Barnabe (Next door neighbor a long time ago. In the 40 & 50's) on: Dec 29, 2012
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I remember growing up with your children in St. Norbert. R.I.P. My condolences to the family, especially Diane. - Posted by: Family Friend () on: Dec 27, 2012
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My condolences to my Aunty Anita & family.I have fond memories of Uncle Fern that I will always treasure. - Posted by: Linda (Boily) Gagne (niece) on: Dec 24, 2012
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All my sympathies to you Aunty and your Family. - Posted by: Gerry Petrin (Nephew ) on: Dec 24, 2012
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My condolences to my sister and her Family. the many thanks to Fern who got me started in the Bowling league at the Dakota lanes,,Have been there ever since and have met a lot of friends there. the people at Bowling will also miss him as he had been there for a long time and enjoyed his company very much. God Bless Gabrielle Mc - Posted by: Gabrielle McMillan (sister-in-law) on: Dec 24, 2012
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Our condolences to you Aunty and your Family. I will remember his big bright shiny smile - Posted by: Kim and Darrell (Niece) on: Dec 24, 2012
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All my sympathies to the family members. May his memories comfort you. I always enjoyed talking to him. Lorraine - Posted by: Lorraine Boisvert () on: Dec 22, 2012
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We would like to send our condolences to Mitch & Janet, Robert and the rest of the family. Our sincerest hope that Fern passed away peacefully. Rome & Margie - Posted by: Romeo & Margie Pantel () on: Dec 22, 2012