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MICHAEL RICHARD BARRETT

Born: Jun 19, 1986

Date of Passing: Dec 27, 2016

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MICHAEL RICHARD BARRETT June 19, 1986 - December 27, 2016 It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Michael Barrett. Left to mourn are his children and the joys of his life, Tennesse and Milani, his loving parents Wain and Leona Barrett (Lemire), sisters Laura (Jeff) and Michelle (Jeremie), brother Christopher, nieces Abigail and Amelia, nephews Dalin and Benjamin, and numerous extended family members and friends. Michael will always be remembered for his kind and gentle spirit, generous nature, and genuine and abiding love for his family and friends. He was always ready with a helping hand, a kind word, and his infectious grin, no matter the situation. Always a child at heart, Michael took such joy in the children in his life. His own children were his greatest accomplishment and a beautiful source of light and joy for him. A lifelong sports-enthusiast, youth sports always held a special place in his heart. As a child and throughout his youth, Michael was always his best and happiest self at either the hockey rink, on the football field or at the baseball diamond, and the values and lessons he took from his coaches, teammates and teams influenced him throughout the rest of his life. As an adult, he spent hours teaching his nieces and nephews to skate, and cheering (and coaching) from the stands at their endless hockey, baseball and football games, and looked forward to being able to do the same for his own children someday. Most recently, he found happiness in spending his weekends coaching his nephew's hockey team. Michael will be greatly missed by all who have been touched by his light, and we may now find solace in the knowledge that he has finally found the peace that has eluded him for so long. A memorial service will scheduled at a later date. In lieu of flowers, a trust fund has been established for Tennesse and Milani (The Barrett Children Trust Fund) at Assiniboine Credit Union, the proceeds from which will be directed to their education. Funeral Arrangements in Care of: Wheeler Funeral Home, Cemetery & Crematorium 1800 Day Street - 204-224-1525 Please sign the book of memories at www.wheelerfuneral.com

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 31, 2016

Condolences & Memories (17 entries)

  • It all seems so small now. Haven't been the same since the second I found out. We spent a lot of time together over the years. I miss you MB. - Posted by: CB (Friend) on: Jul 07, 2017

  • Leona and family. I am so sorry on the passing of Michael. My sincere condolences. - Posted by: Dawn Thompson () on: Jan 18, 2017

  • Deepest sincere condolences from our family to yours Wain and Leona from Jay, Linda and Braidin Filbert. No words can express enough comfort at a time like this - Posted by: Jay filbert (Co worker friend ) on: Jan 05, 2017

  • Wain and Leona deepest condolences from Jay, Linda and Braidin during this time of such a great loss, please let us know when the memorial service will be taking place - Posted by: Filbert family () on: Jan 04, 2017

  • Leona, my deepest sympathies to you and your family. Words are inadequate in expressing the sadness that fills our hearts. Please know that we are thinking of you at this time. Helga Bryant - Posted by: Helga Bryant () on: Jan 03, 2017

  • My heartfelt sympathy for your loss. Michael was always such a sweet and polite young man whenever i saw him as a young adolescent and teenager when he was in my home just hanging out with Alex and some of the guys. He always had a smile and a gentle way about him. He will be remembered fondly and I hope you will find strength in the days to come knowing you raised a kind and caring young man. - Posted by: Lori Greenaway (Alex's mom) on: Jan 03, 2017

  • Leona and Family, so sorry to hear of the loss of your son...my heart goes out to all of you... - Posted by: Cindy Tetrault (friend) on: Jan 01, 2017

  • Dear Leona, Wain & family, I'm so sorry to hear of your son's passing. You will miss him terribly. May you be comforted that he has peace. Sincerely Margaret Cherewyk - Posted by: Margaret Cherewyk (I worked with Leona) on: Jan 01, 2017

  • Mikey(rez) was the most friendliest, funniest guy that you could ever know.. he came to our baseball team thru Michelle and Jeremie and fit right in to the Diamond Dawgs Team. He was a great player and always gave his all..We had many great times playing ball laughing and having fun.. I'm just so extremely sad to hear of his sudden passing... my deepest, deepest condolences to Michelle, Jeremie and all of his family and of course to his children... Sending prayers to you all. ❤ - Posted by: Wendy Pichor-Chartrand (Friend/ baseball family) on: Dec 31, 2016

  • So Sorry For Your Loss My Thoughts And Prayers Are With You In Your Time Of need. - Posted by: Donna Law (neighbour) on: Dec 31, 2016

  • Leona, I am so sorry to hear of your son's passing. May your precious memories sustain you. - Posted by: Donna McKenzie () on: Dec 31, 2016

  • Dear Barrett Family I do not have the words to express my sorrow for the pain you are suffering. Michael was a lively, fun loving young man. He was well liked amongst his peers. I was his cooking teacher for a brief time and I remember he liked cooking because of the cookies and muffins we baked regularly. When you are ready, I would be honored to make a memory quilt of his t-shirts and jerseys, he has collected over the years for his children. Let me know when and we will design them together. Time will heal your pain but the happy memories live forever. - Posted by: Deb Chouinard (Teacher) on: Dec 31, 2016

  • I am truly sorry for your entire family's loss. I remember him as a young, big, wide eyed little boy running around the football club. Our "water boy" . He will live forever in all our hearts. - Posted by: Stacy Domino () on: Dec 31, 2016

  • It's been a long time since I've seen Michael but I will always remember him running around Nationals' field with a big smile on his face. My condolences his family. Nigel Martin - Posted by: Nigel Martin (Friend) on: Dec 31, 2016

  • Sorry for your loss Laura, Jeff and family! Sending prayers and thoughts of peace and love to you at this time of loss! - Posted by: Shannon Dueck (Neufeld) (Friend) on: Dec 31, 2016

  • My heart goes out to all of you. I am at a total loss because there are no words to ease your hearts right now. I will always remember Mike's shy smile and outgoing natural love of sports. My heart is breaking for you all. A life too short. Please know I am only a call away if you need anything at all. - Posted by: Cheryl Foster (Family friend) on: Dec 31, 2016

  • Wain and Family. My sincere condolences on your loss. Ron Campbell - Posted by: Ron Campbell (friend) on: Dec 31, 2016

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