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RENE BERTHELETTE
Date of Passing: Feb 07, 2022
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RENE BERTHELETTE
It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Rene on February 7, 2022, at the Yorkton Union Hospital at the age of 82. Rene was surrounded by his loving family helping him on his journey home.
Rene was born in 1940 when his parents lived in Union Point, MB. When he became of age to attend school his family moved to St. Adolphe where he grew up and made lifelong friendships.
Rene moved his young family to Yorkton, SK in 1964 for work and eventually became a partner in Parkland Tire. He, along with his partners, owned three tire shops, Esterhazy, Preecville and Parkland Tire in Yorkton.
Rene was predeceased by his parents, Albert and Madeleine Berthelette (born Brodeur).
He leaves to mourn his loving wife of 62 years, June (born Conquergood), his daughter Donna and husband Clint Brothwell; his sons, Larry, Gordon and Roger; his grandchildren, Matthew Fiegal, wife Brittany, Jordan, Blair, Shawn and Jessica, Michael, Terri-Lynn, and Tyler.; also his great-grandchildren, Brynn, and Kalem Fiegal and Jaxon Berthelette.
Also mourning his passing are his sister Lorraine and husband William Ross, his brother John and wife Shirley and niece Jennifer Berthelette. Along with his lifelong business family Brian Hilderman and Louis Plaquin, and lifelong friends.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 19, 2022
Condolences & Memories (3 entries)
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So very for your loss June and Family. Rene was a special friend an mentor in my youth. When you left St Adolphe, everybody missed you guys, hoping that you would return, alas you did no. Found memories of you both are ingrained in me and most St Adolphians. Rest In Peace my friend. - Posted by: Rollie Perron (Good friend and co-hockey player) on: Mar 18, 2022
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Our deepest condolences to June and Family at this time . Rene was my transportation to my employment at Manitoba Medical. I have great memories of Rene and June . Always very pleasant . May God give you the strength to on . Take care Helene &Bert - Posted by: Helene Bonneteau &Bert (Friend) on: Feb 19, 2022
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Dear June and family. We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Rene, our hearts and prayers go out to you and family during this sad times. May you find comfort in knowing we share in your sorrow. Take care. Love Rob & Gail Schledwitz. - Posted by: Gail Schledwitz (Friend) on: Feb 19, 2022