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LARRY AUGUSTINE MORRISSEAU
Born: Jun 18, 1947
Date of Passing: Nov 28, 2022
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LARRY AUGUSTINE MORRISSEAU
June 18, 1947 - November 28, 2022
It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Larry, loving father, grandfather, great-grandfather, son, brother, uncle and great-uncle, who passed away after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer's.
Larry grew up in Sagkeeng and attended the Fort Alexander Residential School until grade 8 then he attended Powerview School for a year before moving to Winnipeg. He was the oldest son in a large family. Larry was predeceased by his parents, Lawrence and Lillian, his daughter Crystal, his son Michael, his sister Donna, his nieces, Merrily and Tracey, great-nephew Phoenix, brother-in-law Leonard, and his infant brothers, Adrian, Peter and Paul.
He is survived by his children, Troy, Gloria, Frank, Kirsten, Larry Junior, Chastity, Miranda, Travis, Tessa and Brayden; his siblings, Valerie (George), Theresa (Lloyd), Lesley (Liz), Deborah, Marvin, Kimberly and Claude. He also had numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.
Larry was a certified carpenter who graduated from Red River Community College, he worked in his home community for many years. Larry was known for his loyalty to his family and his devotion to his religion. Larry also enjoyed a good joke, watching wrestling on TV and western movies.
Pallbearers will be Travis Twoheart, Draven Levesque, Troy, Lesley, Claude, and Nolan Morrisseau. Honorary pallbearers will be Matthew Schacht and Jarrid Morrisseau. There will be a wake service on Thursday, December 1 at the Christ Church Hall (Anglican) Sagkeeng First Nation, followed by the funeral service on Friday, December 2, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. presided over by Father Augustine at the St. Alexander Roman Catholic Church, cremation to follow and interment at a later date.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to:
Rock Fontaine, Funeral Director
Honour-Respect-Dignity
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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 01, 2022
Condolences & Memories (4 entries)
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My condolences to the families. It’s a sad day for the families on losing a family member. - Posted by: Bill James (Friend ) on: Dec 01, 2022
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Sorry for your loss. Although it has been many years since I've seen him but I still remember the jokes he used to tell. He will be greatly missed. - Posted by: Sarah (Friend ) on: Dec 01, 2022
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Aawww, condolences to the family. I remember Larry from our days in St. George’s. Also have some precious memories of his parents. RIP Larry with your loved ones who are greeting you. - Posted by: Caroline Stevenson (Acquaintance ) on: Dec 01, 2022
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I will forever remember your sense of humour and your unique laugh my big brother. I also know that you had a big heart full of love for your children and your family. You will truly be missed immensely by all who were privileged to have known you and have you in their lives. I know your Christmas will be filled with a joyous happiness...as we can well imagine you celebrating the birth of our Lord Jesus Christ with all our relations who have left before us. Fly High my Brother and safe journey till we will meet again - Posted by: Debbie (Sister of Larry) on: Dec 01, 2022
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