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GERMANO LANZELOTTI (JERRY)
Date of Passing: Apr 29, 2020
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GERMANO LANZELOTTI
Jerry was born and raised in Winnipeg and spent a large portion of his life managing the family business Las Vegas Amusements pool hall throughout the 1980s. Jerry was an extraordinary pool player back then and at one time won the Manitoba snooker championship, this earned him a spot in the Canadian Snooker Championships held in Montreal that year.
The winner of that would then earn a chance to play in the World Snooker Championship held in England. This was no small achievement considering he was playing against some of the world's best players. Jerry gave them all a run for their money and left them all baffled as to who this whiz kid was.
In the 1990s Jerry partnered up with his brother Alviso and opened up the King's Theatre in St. James. This was the first discount theatre in Winnipeg and with a combined investment of only 10 grand between them. The theatre was a success and grossed well over 320 thousand that year leaving the accountants stunned. This was mostly due to Jerry's business savy. As a teen Jerry excelled in soccer and mathematics, winning awards for best math student numerous times.
Jerry had a witty and wicked sense of humour and ofter left us laughing to tears. Mostly from good natured zingers directed towards some of his many friends.
Jerry was also blessed with a high IQ and leadership qualities. He was generous, he was compassionate, and was always willing to help out anyone in need. Jerry was known as a man of his word. One handshake with him was worth more then paper contracts. He was a good brother and my hero as a child. He was unique. He will be missed by many.
Special thanks goes to Howard Williams, his lifelong friend and true brother. Tammy Lynn Wheatland whom took great care of him and loved him deeply. Charlene, his rock and trusted friend for over a decade. And Sheila, the woman that was always there for him right to the end.
Give Tony my best brother.
I miss the both of YOU.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 09, 2020
Condolences & Memories (10 entries)
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Germano is with his his soulmate and love of his life, Sonya. I miss both so much. - Posted by: Tammy ( Crazy niece) on: Oct 18, 2020
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I had known G for the past 17 years and at times we had our differences I know we respected each other. He had a certain charisma about him and always kept his word. Loyalty and friendship were important to him. Its not the same without him.Hhe will be missed. See you in the end brother. - Posted by: bernie (friend) on: May 13, 2020
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Unbelievable!! I honed my skills at Las Vegas Amusements when I was a teenager. Germano and Tony (God bless their souls in heaven) would always tell me how talented I was and that I would win many tournaments if I stuck with the game and hard work! I eventually won 15 Canadian Championships in 3 disciplines, most notably 7 consecutive Canadian Snooker Championships! Thank you Germano for your encouragement and for your knowledge of Snooker that helped me in many ways in my career! I will be forever grateful for your help and your friendship! Rest in peace sweetie! I'm absolutely heartbroken to hear this news! Sincerely, Anita (Williams) McMahon Originally from Winnipeg, Manitoba, but reside in Toronto, ON! - Posted by: Anita McMahon (Friend) on: May 11, 2020
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Germano was one of the first of the Lanzelotti's I had met in the mid 90s. He always had a smile, super friendly and always had a joke that would leave you with a sore stomach from laughter. Although I did not have the pleasure of working with him, I worked very closely with his brother, father and uncle at Bourbon Street Billairds, formerly Las Vegas Amusements for the better part of 10 years. My sincere condolences go out to the family; whom I think of as my own. May he rest in peace - Posted by: Renée Smith (Aquaintence) on: May 10, 2020
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Your brother was a good man. I'll never forget the first time I met Jerry he lit up the room with his presence and smile, he also saved my life. I'm very grateful for getting to know a man like Jerry. He always made you laugh, he never walked away without a smile and always gave good advice. Jerry you are a man of your word and will be missed by so many. God bless you - Posted by: Ashley schenker (Friend) on: May 10, 2020
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Say hello to heaven dear friend. - Posted by: Lorna Kapay (Friend ) on: May 09, 2020
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I would like to offer my sincerest condolences to Jerry's family, Howard, Tammy and his many friends! He was a special person and definitely one of a kind! His kindness never went unnoticed and sincerity was always appreciated! I am so forever grateful I had the opportunity to briefly visit him just a short time ago. He will be sadly missed but never forgotten! This man helped me in times of need with his generousity and kind words when life became too much at times. I am also grateful to have known him and he has left footprints on my heart! Rest in peace my dearest friend Jerry! Love you my bud! Xoxo - Posted by: April Hendry (Long time friend) on: May 09, 2020
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I was sorry to learn of Jerry's passing. Our paths crossed several years ago. I know he was always so proud of his brother Alviso, and all Alviso's accomplishments. Rest in peace Germano. My condolences to your family. - Posted by: anonymous (acquaintance) on: May 09, 2020
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Germano was one unique guy, charming with a abundance of character, intelligence & wit. Rest In Peace my friend. - Posted by: Todd Delisle (Friend ) on: May 09, 2020
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So sorry for your loss, two brothers gone way too soon! - Posted by: Udo Kreis (Old friend ) on: May 09, 2020