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EUGENE JOHN LAYE
Born: Aug 27, 1935
Date of Passing: Nov 14, 2015
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryEUGENE (STOOGIE) JOHN LAYE It is with deepest sympathy that we announce the passing of Eugene Laye. Eugene was born August 27, 1935, and left for his heavenly journey at 7:00 a.m., November 14, 2015 after a courageous and hard fought battle with leukemia, his wife by his side. Eugene is survived by his best friend and wife of 31 years, Marion Laye; children, Cindy Laye, Randy Laye, Heather Bell (Ryan); sister Jeanette Cyr; grandchildren, Serena Laye, Vanessa Laye, Jacob Laye, Jana Bell; great-grandchildren Connor Laye, Pavarti Laye, Jayden Bell; mother-in-law Mulvina Hardwick; four sisters-in-law; four brothers-in-law, and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was predeceased by his mother Mary Laye; father Mike Laye; brother Eddie Laye, and father-in-law Walter Hardwick. Eugene was an accomplished negotiator for the United Steelworkers of America and was passionate about his career and family. He was a great speaker and advocator for all those who had the opportunity to know and work with him. Eugene loved to hunt and was an elite member of the "Kaker Hunting Club". He enjoyed golfing with the "group of eight", entertaining with family and friends, traveling the world and helping out at his son's shop whenever he could. Eugene was also an active and dedicated member of the Anglican Church. A memorial service will be held Saturday, November 21, 2015 in the Gilbart Funeral Chapel, Selkirk, MB at 2:00 p.m. Reception to follow. Rev. Vincent Solomon will officiate the ceremony. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Eugene's life. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the charity of your choice. The family would like to thank Dr. Lindenschmidt, caregivers and hospital staff for their compassion during this time. Gilbart Funeral Home, Selkirk in care of arrangements. www.gilbartfuneralhome.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 17, 2015
Condolences & Memories (2 entries)
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Rest peacefully Stooge......my memories of our friendship go back so many years. Beginning with the day Stoogie organized our workers at Mandak. But things got better after that and we developed a camaraderie that endured for more than forty years. Always fair, always insightful and always able to invoke a Stoogie grin that could place anyone at ease. I will miss you old friend. - Posted by: Garry Leach (friend) on: Nov 21, 2015
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I was so sorry to hear about Stoogie's passing and my condolences go out to Marion, Jeanette and all of your family members. I have always had the greatest respect for Stoogie and always enjoyed his company, particularly at our annual golf and barbeque day. The loser always bought the steaks, my contribution to the barbeque. My thoughts are with you. i - Posted by: Trevor Jarvis (I consider myself a friend and sometimes adversary) on: Nov 18, 2015