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DONALD FRANCIS FABBRO
Born: Jul 25, 1928
Date of Passing: May 07, 2016
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryDONALD FRANCIS FABBRO
Peacefully with his family by his side, on Saturday, May 7, 2016 Donald Francis Fabbro passed away at Middlechurch Personal Care Home at the age of 87. Don, as he was known to by many, was born in Winnipeg on July 25, 1928 to Oliver and Anne Fabbro.
He leaves to mourn his passing, his loving wife Marie with their children Jeannette (Michael), Christopher (Jennifer), Sean and Lisa (Marc) and grandchildren Michael, Hannah and Alexis.
Also mourning his loss are his children Carol, Rodney (Harlene) and Donny (Lorraine); grandchildren Melanie, Chris, Sandra, Jason and Meghan and numerous great-grandkids.
He has one remaining sister, Gloria, but was predeceased by his mother, father, four brothers and two sisters.
He was a successful proprietor of Alpine Express where he worked for over 30 years. In his role of Vice-president of sales, he was familiar with the many people and places of Winnipeg and wherever he went he would stop and talk to anyone.
Funeral service will be held at Our Lady of Perpetual Help, 4588 Roblin Blvd. on Friday, May 13, 2016 at 1:30 p.m.
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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 12, 2016
Condolences & Memories (2 entries)
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Marie and family. Sorry to hear of Don's passing. We have fond memories of being neighbours on Piney Crescent. Hope that Don can find a few friends up there so he can play "Kinsmen Bingo" in the sky. - Posted by: Terri McGhee (Friend) on: May 14, 2016
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May the memories you have give you comfort during this difficult time. Our deepest condolences. - Posted by: Irene & Wes () on: May 12, 2016