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MAURICE LECLAIRE

Born: Sep 13, 1956

Date of Passing: Jun 28, 2016

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MAURICE LECLAIRE September 13, 1956 - June 28, 2016 Peacefully at home after a lengthy battle with cancer surrounded by his loved ones, it is with saddened hearts that we announce the passing of an amazing husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. Maurice was a heroic fighter; his determination was an inspirational fight to the end. He was predeceased by his parents Jeanne and Joe Leclaire and mother and father-in-law Terry and Len Joyal. He is survived by his loving wife Donna of over 40 years; his children, Chad (Darlene) and Kyle; his grandchildren, Dawson and Colton; his granddog Shiloh; his brothers, Richard and Jerry; his sisters, Johanne, Colette (Marc), Sharon, Patti (Eddie); his in-laws, Rick (Joan), Janice (Peter), Renee (Rick) and all his nieces and nephews, along with his wealth of friends. Maurice was very dedicated to his family, his friends and to his community. He was always there to help those in need throughout his life. Our community will not be the same; he will be sadly missed. A special thanks to all the dedicated staff at the Buhler Cancer Centre at the Victoria General Hospital, the Palliative care support from Bridgette and Dr. Reimer and all our family and friends. Please join us to celebrate Maurice's extraordinary life on Friday, July 8, 2016 at 12:30 p.m. for eulogy at Notre-Dame-de-La Misericorde in Ile Des Chenes, MB. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 1:00 p.m. LECLAIRE BROTHERS 475 Provencher Blvd. in care of arrangements, 204-775-2220
Publish Date: Jul 4, 2016

MAURICE LECLAIRE After a lengthy battle with cancer, Maurice passed away at home, with his family by his side, on June 28, 2016. Funeral Mass will be celebrated Friday, July 8, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. at the Notre-Dame-de-la-Misericorde Church in Ile-des-Chenes, with Father Rene Chartier presiding. The eulogy will be said at 12:30 p.m. Longer obituary will follow. LECLAIRE BROTHERS 475 Provencher Blvd. in care of arrangements, 204-775-2220


Publish Date: Jul 2, 2016

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 04, 2016

Condolences & Memories (28 entries)

  • Our condolences to Donna, their family and the extended family - Posted by: Lynda and Andy Raible (Residents of Ile Des Chenes) on: Jul 09, 2016

  • Maurice was truly 'one of a kind', and larger than life. We all hoped his incredibly positive attitude would kick cancer to the curb but it was not to be... May you be blessed with wonderful memories in the midst of the sadness. Rob and Joanne and boys - Posted by: Rob and Joanne Gordon (friends) on: Jul 08, 2016

  • Maurice's Life was well lived and he will be fondly remembered by many people for his kindness and compassion. My condolences to the family, - Posted by: Bob Hansen () on: Jul 07, 2016

  • We are so very sorry for your loss. Maurice was one of a kind! Always a smile, a laugh, forever a gentleman. May your family and friends surround you in love and strength. Danny, Lorrie Brayden and Bailey Krahn - Posted by: Danny & Lorrie Krahn (Friends) on: Jul 07, 2016

  • Our prayers are with you and your family - Posted by: Bill & Jen Tokarchuk (friends ) on: Jul 07, 2016

  • Maurice we thank you for sharing your journey with us you were one of the warmest and nicest people we knew and we were blessed to have known you. Our thoughts and prayers to Donna, Chad, Kyle and family at this difficult time of sorrow. Rest in peace Maurice you fought a hard and brave battle Now Spread Your Wings and Fly..... Fly high and fly free - Posted by: Welsh Family (Friends) on: Jul 06, 2016

  • Dear Donna and family, We last saw Maurice at the hospital in April at the Buehler Centre. Maurice was there for a doctors appointment as was I. He was his usual up beat self and we were happy to see him as our paths had not crossed in the chemotherapy clinic for some time. We were so sorry to hear of his passing. He was one of the first "chemo" friends we made. He was always so cheerful and positive even when he was suffering - such an inspiration to me. God bless you Maurice and ride on! See you on the other side. With sincere sympathy, Laverne & Lance Roberts. - Posted by: Laverne & Lance Roberts (Friends) on: Jul 06, 2016

  • What is there to say...Donna our hearts are with you... Monique..Suzanne and myself often talk about the incredible love you and Maurice shared...what a wonderful life you and Maurice have created for your boys....Legacy you should always be proud of. "MAURICE..THE MAN...WE WILL ALL MISS YOU.." Jacqueline and Family❤ - Posted by: Jacqueline (Cousin) on: Jul 06, 2016

  • What is there to say...Donna our hearts are with you... Monique..Suzanne and myself often talk about the incredible love you and Maurice shared...what a wonderful life you and Maurice have created for your boys....Legacy you should always be proud of. "MAURICE..THE MAN...WE WILL ALL MISS YOU.." Jacqueline and Family❤ - Posted by: Jacqueline (Cousin) on: Jul 06, 2016

  • A person that departs from this earth never truly leaves, for they are still alive in our hearts and minds; through us, they live on. Please accept our condolences, he will not be forgotten. I will definitely miss the honks and waves driving through town. My heart is with Maurice's Family :( Rest easy my friend. - Posted by: Nicole & Warren Matiation (Friend) on: Jul 05, 2016

  • I am so sorry for your loss Donna, Chad and Kyle. Maurice was a good guy. He will be missed. - Posted by: Ginette Boulloigne (friend) on: Jul 05, 2016

  • So sorry to hear about this Chad, Kyle and of course Donna. Maurice was one of a kind and a huge community man that will be sadly missed on many fronts. Nadeen and I are thinking of your entire family. - Posted by: Shawn and Nadeen Bennett (Friends) on: Jul 05, 2016

  • Maurice was a one of a kind friend. If you had not seen him in a few years it mattered not at all. Condolences to the family during this difficult time. - Posted by: Clarence Braun (Friend) on: Jul 05, 2016

  • My condolences to Donna and the family - will always remember all the hockey games when he was coaching. Take care, Donna and family. RIP Maurice - Posted by: Gilberte Lafantaisie () on: Jul 05, 2016

  • My heartfelt condolences and those of all my TNR brothers to all of Maurice's family and friends. We grew as teens on the same street in St. Vital, and got to know each other much better in our adult years through my sister Donna marrying Maurice's cousin Ray Leclaire and spent many lunch time laughs at the Ile De Chenes Hotel...you will be missed my friend but your memory will live on, and all the TNR ( Thursday Night Riders) will ride with you again one day, on the other side of the Pearly Gates. RIP - Posted by: David R. Gledhill (Lifetime Friend) on: Jul 05, 2016

  • Donna, Kyle , Chad and Family, and all the families Leclaire, We are so sorry for your loss . Maurice was a special person to so many people , his loss will be shared with many. His booming voice may have been silenced by his passing , but his spirit and love will continue to grow in the hearts of his sons and grandchildren and all who had the honour of sharing in his life . May God guide you through this very difficult time. Rest in peace Maurice.............. Love and Light, Gaetanne & Brian Farley. - Posted by: Gaetanne & Brian Farley (family friend) on: Jul 05, 2016

  • Our heartfelt condolences to the Leclaire family, you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Maurice will be missed but not forgotten. There are never enough words to paint the picture of his life so treasure your memories. Just know he will always be a part of you and you can talk to him in your dreams. - Posted by: Marc and Brenda Delorme (Friend) on: Jul 04, 2016

  • my deepest sympathies Donna. I went to school with both you and Maurice, he was a true gentleman even then!. I ran into him many years later, after we moved to St. Adolphe. We had some conversations catching up. He will surely be rewarded at God's side. - Posted by: Kathy Dupuis () on: Jul 04, 2016

  • My deepest sympathies to all of you. My fondest memories of Ile De Chênes include Donna and Maurice. I will never forget how he was always ready to help people including myself. I remember buying my first new sled from him, riding with him and our weekends on the red river back and forth to the forks on the pontoon. There was only one Maurice Leclaire and what a great person he was. I am extremely grateful that I had the opportunity to know him and Donna as friends. Someone said that the community will never be the same without him I couldn't agree more. Rest In Peace my friend. - Posted by: Gerald Cyr (Friend) on: Jul 04, 2016

  • Our condolences to the family. I remember the good old days when we had our mini-sprint club at Crown Valley out in New Bothwell. Maurice and Jacques, Al Hildebrand, Rod Staff and others all raced, not against each other, but together as a club. Maurice was a good driver and a lot of fun to be with. We were not just a race club, but a family where we helped each other out when in need. We have lots of great memories of those days. Rest in peace Maurice, you will be missed by many. Repose en paix, Maurice. Tu es dans les bras de Jesus. - Posted by: Jacques and Darlene Sorin (Jacques and Maurice were both mini-sprint drivers from Crown Valley.) on: Jul 04, 2016

  • My deepest condolences to the family. Maurice was a special man which I am honoured to have met and work along side of him. Will be truly missed by many. Hugs to all - Posted by: Claude Gagne () on: Jul 04, 2016

  • Our deepest sympathy to you Donna, Chad, Kyle and families. We are honoured to have known him. We will always remember his smile, his kindness and wonderful personality. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Love Darcy, Dixie & Joel xoxo - Posted by: Darcy & Dixie McCaughan () on: Jul 04, 2016

  • My deepest condolences Donna, to you and the family. Maurice suffered much and now may the Lord take care of him. - Posted by: Rita Borthwick (friend) on: Jul 03, 2016

  • My love and thoughts are with you. May the strength of family and friends help you thru this difficult time. - Posted by: Laura Stuart (Friend) on: Jul 03, 2016

  • We have known Maurice for many years,and have never met a finer person,he was always willing to lend a helping hand,he will be sadly missed by all. Our condolences to Donna & family. - Posted by: Hourd family (Friends) on: Jul 03, 2016

  • So very sorry to hear of your loss, Maurice will be fondly remembered by many. Hugs to you and your famiiy xoxo - Posted by: Jim & Rhonda Theriault (Friend) on: Jul 02, 2016

  • Our deepest condolences to all of you. We pray that you will find some measure of comfort in the fond memories of him. May the love of family and friends help you through this difficult time. - Posted by: Ron and Pat Chaput (Friends) on: Jul 02, 2016

  • our sincere condolences to your family on the loss of a great man. He was an awesome man and now he is a painless place riding his Harley with the guardian angels . Big hugs and he will be missed dearly by all his friends and family. - Posted by: Christine and James Konowalchuk (friend) on: Jul 02, 2016

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