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DOUGLAS (DOUG) WANKE
Born: Aug 31, 1963
Date of Passing: Oct 10, 2020
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DOUGLAS (DOUG) WANKE
August 31, 1963 – October 10, 2020
Doug was born in Winnipeg and attended school in Windsor Park. Doug spent his younger years going up to Grand Marais with his family, where he spent time playing in the sand dunes, bike riding, and going to the beach. Later on, summers were spent at the family cottage at Hillside Beach. From a young age, Doug loved tuning into various radio stations, usually through the shortwave radio his dad gave him.
Whenever you visited Doug, he would usually have music playing. After high school, Doug started what would end up being a 30 plus year career in the hotel industry.
In 1988, Doug went to visit a friend in Vancouver and fell in love with the city. When he came back to Winnipeg and encountered a snowstorm, his mind was set. Within a couple of months, he packed up and moved to Vancouver. Doug started work at the Marriot Hotel, now the Pinnacle Harbourfront, and was there for 30 years. During his time there, Doug frequently mentored new staff and was known for his quick smile.
Doug was predeceased by his father Gordon, and his Aunty Bernice. Doug will be sadly missed and remembered by his mother Janice, brother Greg, sister Colleen and his niece Elizabeth.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to Doug's friend, Hugh, who has helped the family immensely during this difficult time. We would also like to thank the staff of the Pinnacle Harbourfront Hotel for sharing their memories of 'Dougie' with our family.
Doug, words cannot express how
much we miss you. We love you.
Messages for the family may be left at
www.dignitymemorial.com.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 16, 2021
Condolences & Memories (4 entries)
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Although we haven't seen Doug in many years. We always cared and thought about him. Our sincere condolences to my sister and her family. Will be greatly missed. Rest in peace. Love always Deb and Pat - Posted by: Debra and Pat Neill (Aunt and uncle ) on: Jan 30, 2021
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I went to school with Doug in Windsor Park. I grew up with him and so saddened to learn of his tragic passing. My thoughts are with his family. Janie Duncan - Posted by: Janie Duncan (School friend ) on: Jan 17, 2021
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Dear Joyce, Colleen, Greg & family: My deepest condolences on the loss of your beloved Doug. I hope the happy and loving memories you shared will comfort you during your profound grief. May he Rest In Peace 🙏🌹 - Posted by: Vanda (Family friend ) on: Jan 16, 2021
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Condolences to the Wanke family. So sorry for your loss. - Posted by: Eileen Asselstine (family friend) on: Jan 16, 2021