ROLAND LE GAL

Condolences & Memories (24 entries)

• Roland was a great neighbor and friend. He always made everyone feel welcomed and special. Never would a conversation pass when he didn't offer to help or support in some way. He was so kind and sincere. Whether he was riding around with Chanelle on his quad, or working in the yard, out camping, whenever we would connect he was always happy to visit! We will truly miss his great spirit, his joie do vivre, and his all around great personality. - Posted by: John, Johana, Sophia, Stefanie and Leanne Chaput (Friends ) on: Dec 27, 2018

• Roland was always a pleasure to talk to. Always told such interesting stories including ones that involved my Uncle Aurele. I appreciated all of his hard work at my office over the years, he was always helpful even if I it meant he came out himself. Such a sad loss. My condolences to Nicole and Chanelle. - Posted by: Giselle Pieczonka (Friend of the family/work) on: Dec 09, 2018

• Chere Evelyne et famille; nos sinceres condelences; vous etre dans nos prieres; sincerement Rachel & Jean Jacque - Posted by: Rachel Jeanso & JJ Serceau (Friend) on: Dec 07, 2018

• I was so sad to hear of Roland's passing. I was away with my husband and daughter in southern Europe when I heard the news, and we just got back too late for the funeral. I'm so sorry that I missed this last farewell to a great guy who was always happy to see us. He had such a nice, bubbly personality. He left this world way too soon... I am with you in thoughts and in my prayers. - Posted by: Colette LeGal and Ray Clément (Cousin) on: Dec 07, 2018

• I have to contribute to how great of a friend Roland was, and then when Nicole came along, they were both great friends as a team! Roland was generous with me, giving me a part time job painting his house on St. Elmo, and then his shop. I was a single parent, he let me pick my hours, and paid me accordingly, as he was a business man. I sure hope I never let him down as I worked my butt off painting to make him proud for helping me out. So.... I bought a solid wood door from him....he would NOT hang it until I stained it, not once but twice! He knew once it was hung, a person tends not to stain a door. He took me out for supper after I supported buying locks, doors and an alarm system from his company. Anyone who knows him can guess where he took me! Yup Red Lobster for all you can eat crab. I was so full and he asks if I want dessert......ummmm no, but he convinced me to share dessert with him....another order of crab legs! When he met Nicole, her and I hit it off immediately! She can sure animate and share a great story all the while Roland would say "Nicole" in his French way of saying her name! Roland rest in peace, you will be greatly missed. Nicole and Chanelle, my sympathies go out to you both, hugs to the both of you. - Posted by: Shauna Jacques (friend ) on: Dec 06, 2018

• It is with great honor that I, and many others, call you friend and were involved in part of Rolly's life. Thank you for the memories, the laughs and smiles. - Posted by: Lise Collette Harvey (school friend) on: Dec 06, 2018

• It’s so very heart breaking to learn of Roland’s passsing in the years when he should be experiencing life’s greatest rewards for a life of honest work and commitment to family. Roland and I went to St. Paul’s together and we “car pooled” every day to school on his motorcycle, me sitting behind him on what always seemed like the coldest mornings, listening to “You’ve got another thing coming” and other Judas Priest songs blasting on his stereo all the way to school. When it got too cold (basically below -10 or snow remained on the ground) we would be in his Chevy Nova. Roland would arrive to pick me up in St. Vital for the ride to school with that great smile and laugh, always showing his great pleasure in seeing my great displeasure in his choice to ride the bike to school...even though it was December and I was in a suit. I remember it like yesterday, and it still comes back to me with a chuckle but it is of course a lifetime ago. So many years have passed since the last time I saw Roland. I can’t even remember when it was. I do remember however he had not changed...still the great smile and infectious laugh that would utilize his entire body in it’s delivery. Even though it’s been years since the last time I saw Roland, I feel a great loss with his passing. We are all older with the reality that Roland has gone before us. My heartfelt sympathies to the entire Le Gal family. Andrew - Posted by: Andrew Gaudes (Friend) on: Dec 06, 2018

• We were shocked and saddened to read of Roland’s passing. We were neighbours in Southdale for many years. Our daughters were the same ages as Michelle and Ginette, and Roland babysat for us occasionally. We remember what a nice person he was and so personable, even as a teenager. I remember that we gave him some furniture when he moved out on his own, our first couch was his first couch. His family must have been so proud of him starting his own business and being a successful businessman and a good and honourable man. Our sincere condolences on your loss. Our hearts break for you all. - Posted by: Norah and Bill Jarman (Former neighbour ) on: Dec 05, 2018

• Late night campfire chats, taking us out on boat rides and teaching us Falcon baseball - so many great memories of a gregarious, friendly and generous man. We'll miss you, Roland. Our deepest sympathies, Nicole & Chanelle. - Posted by: Les, Nicole, Nicoles & Bethany (Friends) on: Dec 05, 2018

• My sincerest condolences to Nicole and Chanelle. May God's peace be upon you during this trial. Roland was a one of a kind guy, he will be dearly missed in our community 💞 - Posted by: Nettie Lambert (Friend) on: Dec 05, 2018

• From our family to yours. Our sincerest condolences to you all. Roland was a man full of life, love and a lot of humour. 53 doesn't seem like near enough time but from what I've seen over the years and heard, he lived those years to the fullest. He will be missed. - Posted by: Christen Lewis (Cousin) on: Dec 05, 2018

• People come into your life sometimes for a reason or sometimes just a season. A little of both for me.Worked for him at Legal Locksmith for several years. I remember my job interview with him I turned it around on him and asked him "What makes your company a good place for ME to work for?" and him thinking pensively on that one as it caught him off guard. He said "Nobody has ever asked me that one!" Should have been a deal breaker right there but instead said "I will have to think about this one. Let me think about it". Called me up three days later and said he gave "considerable thought" over the days and when we met again over lunch he told me in great detail. Accepted job and in one of my strangest miscalculations( I cant explain to this day) showed up to work in a suit and tie I was nearly laughed out of the shop by everybody but all Roland could say was "looking spiffy today"(lol). And then he made me count a box of 500 keyblanks and stamp themand to let him know if it was an accurate count. "Sometimes " they will short you a few blanks and we cant have that! The best times was away from the din and clatter of the shop and some of my best talks were in his white RAM pickup and we talked deep into the night on some deep topics on life. The man had an "old soul" , even as a single man of 35. I am glad to hear that he went on to have a wonderful family of his own. When I see skim milk and broken drill bits I will think of him. He was a lover of skim milk and I had 12 Round fights with him asking him "Why would you buy basically white water?" and he would just laugh. It stuck with me until just a few years ago when I saw him walking down Marion and I yelled "Skim milk sucks" and he had ample time to turn around and see it was me and just laughed. And broken Canadian Tire drill bits …..he took me aside one time for a serious discussion about the merit in saving BOTH pieces and you bring in each piece you can basically get TWO FOR ONE and come out DOUBLE AHEAD.(lol). THAT was Roland ! A lot of funny stories and only great memories of a great guy all around. I am where I am today because of you big fella. Only fondness exists as time moves forward. Godspeed Roland. Thanks for the memories. - Posted by: Darren Ingleson (Past Employee) on: Dec 04, 2018

• I was truly saddened this morning reading of your passing. Even though we haven’t seen each other in many years, driving by Legal Locksmith regularly I would often think of you. We were old school friends... we had many fun times. Lots of laughs and just hanging out with (your aunt) Annette. RIP Roland. - Posted by: Louise Robert-Gorrie ( school friend ) on: Dec 04, 2018

• Always enjoyed his smile & sense of homour. He will be missed. Condolences to the family & thinking of you all during this difficult time. - Posted by: Marie Russell (Cousin) on: Dec 04, 2018

• ❤️ you will forever be in our hearts and minds. Thank you for the fun , laughs, advise and long chats. Your friendship meant the whole to Todd and I. Never a shortage of things to talk about and always inquisitive. You always challenged us to think about the bigger picture and what really mattered. I would often say to Todd if we were having difficulty deciding on something..... you should call Roland and get his advice. We will miss being able to pick up the phone and hearing your wisdom or getting those random calls from you saying Nicole and I are debating over when and where we first meet you guys or just asking how we are doing. Thank you Roland for being an amazing friend to Todd and I and for always making our kids feel important. So until we meet again my dear friend, I hope we can remember what you have taught us about life and make decisions that are sensible like you were. We will miss you on our falcon lake camping week/ weekend. But we will all know you are there in spirit. Love you always Rip Roland Your loyal friends Todd, Sandy, Ryan and Stephanie - Posted by: Todd and Sandy Ryan and Stephanie Milner (Friends) on: Dec 04, 2018

• We're guessing God needed a special angel in heaven and that's why he came to get Rolly. We will miss his friendship and always remember that great laugh of his! Deepest Sympathy to Nicole, Chanelle and the entire family. Your friends, Lise & Marcel Dagesse. - Posted by: Lise & Marcel Dagesse (friends) on: Dec 04, 2018

• We first met Roland while camping at Falcon Lake and were immediately impressed by his friendly, generous manner and his hearty sense of fun. Roland had a larger than life personality and people were drawn naturally to him. He was obviously also a great husband to Nicole and doting father to his little Chanelle. We will miss him dearly. Rest in Peace Roland. - Posted by: Paul & Gisele Saurette (Friends) on: Dec 04, 2018

• Dear Legal family, We Remember a Life today and all that made him the man he was - his work, his gifts, all that he enjoyed and found rewarding... calling to mind his beginnings, his journey, and the wonderful stories we love to share about him. We honor a life today - his character, his integrity, his commitment to the things he stood for - recognizing his good heart, his sense of humor, and the helping hand he so often extended to others. We celebrate a life today and all that earned him the love, the admiration, the respect of family and friends, feeling grateful for our time with him, enriched for having known him, feeling blessed to have his remarkable spirit here among us forever. With Deepest Sympathy. - Posted by: Lucie(Allard)Webb (past friend from Provencher School) on: Dec 04, 2018

• As a customer of Rolands for the last 10 years I always appreciated his thoughtful and patient solutions to many security issues. On a personal note I appreciated his strong and courageous faith which encouraged and strengthened my own faith. When may girlfriend Mary was diagnosed with cancer he told me he would faithfully pray for he. I cant say rest in peace Roland, because I have no doubt that his joy and energy will keep him busy in heaven - Posted by: George Penner (customer) on: Dec 04, 2018

• My heart goes out to my family in Winnipeg - we all lost a great son, brother, father, uncle, nephew, cousin. Sending my deepest sympathies and warmest hugs to all my loved ones. On vous aime gros tante Eveline, Michelle, Ginette, Nicole & Chanelle. - Posted by: Lynda Trudeau & family (Cousin) on: Dec 04, 2018

• Rolly was not only a cousin but more of a great friend to me. If ever I was in for a adventure I would spend time with Rolly. There where many "options" in his adventures but we always started with the hardest and craziest one first. Gonna miss those adventures. Rest buddy. - Posted by: Spike (Cousin) on: Dec 03, 2018

• Rolly was always a great friend to me in my time of need. Always available to talk if I needed it. Although we have not seen each other in many years, he was always in my heart and on my mind. I've known him since high school. Such a nice guy and all around great person!! He is greatly missed. Rest in peace, Rolly! Miss you lots!! - Posted by: Jacinthe Dandeneau (Friend) on: Dec 03, 2018

• Great friend! Knew my voice in an instant! Always happy to see me! Will be missed by many! Remembering good memories will help the healing his loss to his friends and family! May you Rest In Peace! Love Lise - Posted by: Lise Rioux Mushumanski (Friend / family) on: Dec 02, 2018

• Roland and I were acquaintances for many years through his work. When I was going through rough times with family problems he was there to talk with and go for Chinese food. When I had a heart problem and then heart surgery he was there along with the Chinese food. I personally will miss him. The world has lost a really great person and for the family I know he will be truly missed, but never forgotten. - Posted by: Gord Harley (acquaintances for many years through his work) on: Dec 01, 2018