DANIEL WAYNE ANDERSON

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DANIEL WAYNE ANDERSON

May 28, 1972 - August 28, 2025

Through tears, shock, disbelief and heartache we announce the sudden and unexpected passing of Daniel Anderson, aged 53 years.

Dan was born on May 28, 1972, in Ste. Rose du Lac. His family lived in Kinosota before moving to Winnipeg in 1975. He attended school in Transcona until the 1980s when his family moved to a farm in Marquette, Mb.

After graduation at Warren Collegiate, Dan obtained his class 1 driver’s licence and began a career as a long distance truck driver, which took him all over Canada and the USA. Dan was waiting for a pickup call in Ontario for a Winnipeg delivery at the time of his death.

Dan could always be counted on to help when needed. Everything from helping people move, building decks and helping his Dad in the shop at Sprague Auto for six months. Dan may not have said “I love you” often but his actions and his big bear hugs always made his feelings known.

Known as “The Favourite Uncle” he wore this nickname as a badge of honour, often boasting of his nephews and niece of their accomplishments and close relationship to them.

Dan loved hunting, camping and spending time with family and friends. Dan loved to laugh, was always involved in some shenanigans, teasing and practical jokes.

Dan is survived by his Mother Delores (Tim), Father Wayne (Shelley), brother John (Cindy), sisters Andrea (Merrick) and Melissa (Cameron). His nephews James (Jessica), Cory, Damien, Xander and Maddox. His nieces Jodi and Deidre (his DeeDee).

Cremation has taken place as per Dan’s wishes. A Celebration of Life is being planned for a future date.

You have left a void in our hearts and that cannot be filled. A good man gone too soon who loved us deeply and unconditionally and we will carry our memories of you always.

Until we meet again, Rest in Peace.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Sep 06, 2025