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LENARD ZIEMOWIT WALESIAK
Born: Jan 14, 1948
Date of Passing: Jun 04, 2021
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LENARD ZIEMOWIT WALESIAK
January 14, 1948 – June 4, 2021
Left to cherish his memory are his wife Sharron, daughter Shannon (Barry) Thomson, grandchildren, Shelbie (Michael) and Brodie, and his sister Gladys Kirby, brothers, Arthur (Trudy), and Erwin (Lucille). He will also be lovingly remembered by his mother-in-law Helen Rougeau, sister-in-law Joyce (John) Finnbogason and brother-in-law Lorne Rougeau, numerous nieces and nephews, and the many friends that he made throughout the years.
Lenard was predeceased by his parents, Alexander and Katherine, father-in-law Leo Rougeau, brother and sister-in-law Edwin and Helen Walesiak, sister and brother-in-law Janet and Steve Sliboda and sister-in-law Eileen Walesiak.
Lenard was born January 14, 1948 and raised in Brightstone, Manitoba. He attended school in Lac du Bonnet, Manitoba. Upon graduating, Lenard moved to Winnipeg and began working at Manitoba Public Insurance, beginning a 31-year career as a Senior Adjustor until his retirement in 2003.
Meeting his wife Sharron as a teenager, Lenard married his best friend on November 6, 1971. They enjoyed 50 years of marriage and raising a beautiful daughter, Shannon. Lenard put his family first and was overjoyed to welcome grandchildren, Shelbie and Brodie. Lenard was a proud and devoted father and Pops. He loved spending time with them, often driving them to school, a tradition he started by driving Shannon to school.
Lenard loved golf and took great pride in maintaining a good lawn. He even won the "Best Maintained Yard" in Valley Gardens one year! An enthusiastic traveller, Lenard and Sharron made several annual trips to Arizona, Cuba and Texas to escape Winnipeg winters. Lenard also enjoyed spontaneous excursions to the casinos in the United States for the weekend. Sharron and Lenard made some great friends on these trips and had a lifetime of adventures.
After residing on Bayne Crescent in Winnipeg for 34 years, Lenard and Sharron moved to a quiet area in the country. Lenard continued to maintain the best lawn in the neighbourhood, often being asked what his secret was. Retirement and country living afforded him the free time to enjoy running errands to the grocery store, doing odd jobs around the house and most of all, going for daily walks with his best companion, Porkchop, the granddog.
A special thank you to Dr. Prematilak and the medical staff at Selkirk General Hospital for their care and support. Also, we would like to extend our gratitude to family and friends for their compassion and prayers during this difficult time.
Due to COVID an interment will be held at a future date.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Lenard's name may be made to CancerCare Manitoba.
KLASSEN FUNERAL HOME
204-338-0331
Condolences may be sent to
www.klassenfuneralhome.com
Publish Date: Jun 19, 2021
LENARD ZIEMOWIT WALESIAK
January 14, 1948 – June 4, 2021
It is with deep sadness, that the Walesiak family announces the sudden passing of Lenard Walesiak. Lenard passed away on June 4 at Selkirk General Hospital.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife Sharron, daughter Shannon (Barry) Thomson, grandchildren, Shelbie (Michael) and Brodie; and his sister Gladys Kirby, brothers, Arthur (Trudy) and Erwin (Lucille). He will also be lovingly remembered by his mother-in-law Helen Rougeau, sister-in-law Joyce (John) Finnbogason and brother-in-law Lorne Rougeau, numerous nieces and nephews, and the many friends that he made throughout the years.
Lenard was predeceased by his parents, Alexander and Katherine, father-in-law Leo Rougeau, brother and sister-in-law Edwin and Helen Walesiak, sister and brother-in-law Janet and Steve Sliboda and sister-in-law Eileen Walesiak.
Lenard was born January 14, 1948 and raised in Brightstone, Manitoba. He attended school in Lac du Bonnet, Manitoba. Upon graduating, Lenard moved to Winnipeg and began working at Manitoba Public Insurance, beginning a 31-year career as a Senior Adjustor until his retirement in 2003.
Meeting his wife Sharron as a teenager, Lenard married his best friend on November 6, 1971. They enjoyed 50 years of marriage and raising a beautiful daughter, Shannon. Lenard put his family first and was overjoyed to welcome grandchildren, Shelbie and Brodie. Lenard was a proud and devoted father and Pops. He loved spending time with them, often driving them to school, a tradition he started by driving Shannon to school.
Lenard loved golf and took great pride in maintaining a good lawn. He even won the "Best Maintained Yard" in Valley Gardens one year! An enthusiastic traveller, Lenard and Sharron made several annual trips to Arizona, Cuba and Texas to escape Winnipeg winters. Lenard also enjoyed spontaneous excursions to the casinos in the United States for the weekend. Sharron and Lenard made some great friends on these trips and had a lifetime of adventures.
After residing on Bayne Crescent in Winnipeg for 34 years, Lenard and Sharron moved to a quiet area in the country. Lenard continued to maintain the best lawn in the neighbourhood, often being asked what his secret was. Retirement and country living afforded him the free time to enjoy running errands to the grocery store, doing odd jobs around the house and most of all, going for daily walks with his best companion, Porkchop, the granddog.
A special thank you to Dr. Prematilak and the medical staff at Selkirk General Hospital for their care and support. Also, we would like to extend our gratitude to family and friends for their compassion and prayers during this difficult time.
Due to COVID an interment will be held at a future date.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Lenard's name may be made to CancerCare Manitoba.
KLASSEN FUNERAL HOME
204-338-0331
Condolences may be sent to
www.klassenfuneralhome.com
Publish Date: Jun 12, 2021 Make a donation to
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jun 12, 2021, Jun 19, 2021
Condolences & Memories (8 entries)
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My deepest condolences to you Sharon and Shannon. I was shocked to just learn of Lenard’s passing. I have such amazing memories of living next door and spending so much time in your home. I can attest to the perfect lawn Lenard kept, how much he loved your dog Buttons, and his always welcoming and kind presence. I remember running in to him at Safeway after he “retired” and how he simply enjoyed being around people, and having more time for family and travel. He will be missed but, his life will be celebrated. - Posted by: Christel Hildebrandt (Neighbour on Bayne Cres ) on: Dec 15, 2021
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Len and His wife Sharron have been my neighbours for many years. Len was always very kind to me with a cheerful wave or a greeting to my dog. He really did have the nicest yard on the block. Len used to secretly plough my driveway for me in the winter, and would even make arrangements for someone else to do it when he wasn’t home. He would never take a penny from me though I tried and tried. Even tried a Tim’s card…. He liked to talk about my bees cause it reminded him of helping his dad spin honey when he was a kid. I will miss seeing Him walking his grand dog and working in his yard. RIP Len. - Posted by: Brandy Catton (Neighbour) on: Jul 25, 2021
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I worked with Len for many years at MPI, nicest guy ever, so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. - Posted by: Janet Forrest (Friend) on: Jun 21, 2021
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Sharron and family, So sorry to hear of Leonard's passing. - Posted by: Sharon and Paul Sarna (Friend) on: Jun 19, 2021
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Sharon, so sorry to hear about Len’s passing. Len was such a great guy & friend. So happy we got to see the 2 of you a few years ago. My thoughts & prayers are with you at this time. Love, Dorothy - Posted by: Dorothy Gauer (Co worker) on: Jun 14, 2021
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Sharron and Family - So sorry to hear of Lenard’s passing and for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow. - Posted by: Ed & Helen Perdonic (Neighbour and friend) on: Jun 13, 2021
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When we moved to Winnipeg from Ontario in 1977 we were lucky to be next door neighbors to Leonard and Sharon. Great neighbors and friends for many years Rest in peace Len - Posted by: Bill and Gayle Humble (Friends) on: Jun 13, 2021
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A Cuba libra toast to you our friend Rest In Peace. 🙏🙏 - Posted by: Deb and Garry (Friends) on: Jun 12, 2021
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