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EUGENE ANTOINE DUPUIS
Born: Jun 03, 1935
Date of Passing: Oct 06, 2023
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EUGENE ANTOINE DUPUIS
Eugene Antoine Dupuis, age 88 years of Winnipeg, Manitoba passed away surrounded by family on Friday, October 6, 2023.
Eugene was born June 3, 1935, to Alfred and Heloise (nee Lauze) on the family farm near St. Jean Baptiste, Manitoba.
After attending school first in a one-room school, Ecole du Lac, then St.Joseph School for Boys in Otterburne, he went to work in Balmertown, Ontario, for Campbell mines. He married Shirley (nee Scott) in 1961 and they soon began their family. In 1966, they moved to Winnipeg and Eugene began his 27-year career as a transit driver for the City of Winnipeg.
Dad and Mom always enjoyed old time dancing. During their retirement, Eugene and Shirley enjoyed square dancing and round dancing. They travelled coast to coast in Canada and as far south as Mesa, Arizona, for dance conventions and jamborees. Dad also learned to clog.
He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Shirley, their children: Deborah (Kenneth), Keith, and Michele (Stuart), their grandchildren: Amanda, Neil (Lauren), Scott (Michelle), and Johnathan (Victoria), great-grandchildren: Gemma, Easton, Charlotte, Aria, and James, his siblings: Louise, Marc, Leo, Ubald, Denise, Emile and Berthe and their families including numerous nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his parents and, his siblings: Lorraine, Roland, Florent, Jeanne, and Carole.
A service will be held Thursday, October 19th, at 10:00 A.M. at Glen Lawn Funeral Home, 455 Lagimodiere Blvd.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Heart and Stroke Foundation, CancerCare Manitoba or a charity of your choice.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 14, 2023
Condolences & Memories (10 entries)
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My sympathies to Shirley and Eugene's family. I knew him through the church that we attended. We always had wonderful chats with him and Shirley before the service. He was always so upbeat. My condolences. - Posted by: Elizabeth Lansard (friend) on: Oct 27, 2023
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My Deepest Sympathy to Shirley and Family! I've known the family since I was little and enjoyed the on and off connections through the years! Thinking of you all! Sandi McLeod -Hill - Posted by: Sandi McLeod-Hill (Long Time Family Friend) on: Oct 22, 2023
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Deepest condolences to Michele, Stuart and the Dupuis family. - Posted by: Jackie Lorenz (Friend of Michele) on: Oct 21, 2023
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Our sincerest sympathy to Shirley & family. Our thoughts & prayers are with all of you. Henry & Evelyn Pankratz - Posted by: Henry & Evelyn Pankratz (Friend) on: Oct 21, 2023
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Condolences to Shirley. Many years ago we square and round danced with Shirley and Eugene and have happy memories of same - we had a lot of fun. - Posted by: Diane & David Judge (Dancing friends) on: Oct 17, 2023
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Our heartfelt condolences to the Dupuis family on the passing of uncle Eugene. Growing up, he was always a presence in my life, from the numerous camping trips, our Florida adventure, and family get togethers. He was always a kind and loving man and I always felt loved and protected in his and auntie Shirley’s company. - Posted by: Suzanne Demuriak (Niece (but not by blood)) on: Oct 15, 2023
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Condolences to the family of Eugene. I remember him from years ago as having a very warm heartfelt personality. A smile and a pleasant greeting was the gift he shared with many people. Sincerely Lucille Ledoyen. - Posted by: Lucille Ledoyen (Former Acquaintance ) on: Oct 14, 2023
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My sincere condolences to Shirley and family in the loss of Eugene. He was a great caring husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. Have great memories of family gatherings. May he now be at peace. Love cousin Heather and family. - Posted by: Heather Mackereth (Cousin ) on: Oct 14, 2023
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Condolences to Shirley and all the Family .🌹 - Posted by: Cathy Welch (Friend) on: Oct 14, 2023
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My sincere condolences to Shirley and family, and to Marc, Louise, Léo, Ubald, Denise, Emile & Berthe Dupuis on the great loss of a husband, father and brother Eugène. He was such a beautiful man, gentle, always smiling, interested in the person he was talking to and always ready to help if you needed it. He will be missed by everyone who knew him! - Posted by: Dorothée (Savard) Touzin (Cousin) on: Oct 14, 2023
