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GABRIEL A. DELAQUIS
Date of Passing: May 23, 2015
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryGABRIEL A. DELAQUIS Peacefully, surrounded by his family, Gabriel passed away on May 23, 2015 in Winnipeg at Centre Taché at the age of 90 years. Gabriel was predeceased by his wife Henriette (née Le Gras) on January 8, 2012. He leaves to mourn his children: Arthur (Shirley), Edgard, Gilles (Brigitta), Marilyne (James), Rémy (Kelly) and Michel, and grandchildren: Jeremy, Mélanie, Natasha, Janelle, Marlayna, Kevin, Kelly-Ann, Patricia, Gerrit, Krista, Ken, Donavan, Odette, Elise, Gilliane and their families, as well as one sister Lili (Dr. Armand Boisjoli) and two sisters-in-law Antoinette Delaquis (late Ernest) and Marilyn Delaquis (late Charles), as well as numerous other members from the Delaquis and Le Gras families. Gabriel a été précédé par ses parents, ses frères : Robert, Maurice (Annette), Marcel (Florina), Ernest et Charles, et ses soeurs : Clémentine (Aimé Baron) et Alice (Gérard Dugas). Papa est né le 1 mars 1925 à Notre Dame de Lourdes, Manitoba, fils de Pierre et Marie Delaquis (née Fauchère). Dad worked at the family business, Delaquis Motors for many years. He enjoyed providing shuttle service with the Bombardier and later with his 63 Ford for all kinds of functions, including medical transportation and transporting skiers to Snow Valley. He also taught school for one year and then became self-employed as a bulk fuel agent for Esso, White Rose and Shell for 30 years. As fuel agent, Dad was known to always have a supply of lifesavers, suckers and bubble gums for the kids on his delivery routes. The family enjoyed music, swimming lessons, and many summer family vacations. Dad always worked hard at making Mom's many plans come to fruition. Suite à la retraite en 1981, Henriette et Gabriel s'installent à Saint-Boniface, qui leur a permis de s'impliquer davantage dans la vie et les activités de leur famille. They enjoyed travelling, Folklorama, Fall suppers, as well as entertaining family at lakeside cottages during the summer months. La famille se souvient de Papa (Pépé) comme une personne très affectueuse, généreuse, sociable et toujours de bonne humeur. Nous t'aimons Papa et tu nous manques énormément. In compliance with Gabriel's wishes, a private interment will take place with the immediate family only. The family wishes to express their gratitude to Dr. Erhard and staff of Centre Taché (2ABC) for the excellent care and compassion given to Dad during his stay. In lieu of flowers, donations in Gabriel's memory may be made to the Alzheimer's Society or to the charity of your choice. Wojcik's Funeral Chapel, 2157 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB in care of arrangements 204.897.4665. For those who wish to sign Wojcik's online Guest Book please visit our website at www.wojciksfuneralchapel.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 28, 2015
Condolences & Memories (9 entries)
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Chers(es) cousins/cousines. Je vous offre mes sinceres condoleances. L'oncle Gaby etait un homme tres devoue envers sa famille et surtout tante Henriette, et j'ai toujours admire ceci. Veuillez me pardonner le grand delai. - Posted by: Irma (Delaquis) Fraser (Cousin) on: Jun 07, 2015
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My condolences to the Delaquis family. I have fond memories of Gabby while growing up. He was gentle, kind with a great sense of humour. - Posted by: Michele McEwan(Meyer) (Friend) on: Jun 01, 2015
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My deepest sypamthies for your Brother Lili from Jerome and I. - Posted by: Richard Girouard (Friend of Lili living in Montreal and formerly from Somerset, Manitoba.) on: May 30, 2015
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Sincere condolences to the Delaquis family. - Posted by: Barbara Marr-Jardine (Friend of Jeremy) on: May 29, 2015
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Condoléances les plus sincères à Liliane et sa famille. - Posted by: Jeanne and Aimé Gougeon (sister-in-law and brother-in-law to his sister Liliane) on: May 29, 2015
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I am a friend of Gilles. I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. My sincere condolences to the Delaquis family. Your father will always be with you forever! - Posted by: Donna Pryma (Friend) on: May 28, 2015
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Mes sincères sympathies. Je me souviens de ton père lorsqu'il visitait ma voisine. Il était très gentil. - Posted by: Denise Auger (Amie de Arthur) on: May 28, 2015
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To the Delaquis family, It is with great sadness that I learned of the passing of Mr. Delaquis. He was a wonderful neighbor and a dear friend to many. He had a beautiful personality, a friendly smile, a kind word and always willing to give a helping hand. I will always remember his love of teasing and his exceptional humor that I have been multiple times victim. Please accept my sincere condolences and treasure the memories. - Posted by: Alice Collet (family friend and neighbor) on: May 28, 2015
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Sinceres sympathies a la famille, en particulier Lili. Je vous souhaite le courage et la paix. - Posted by: Jeanne Gousseau (amie) on: May 28, 2015
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