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HENRY DYCK
Born: Oct 18, 1929
Date of Passing: Oct 08, 2025
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Henry Dyck, at the age of 95, peacefully passed away on October 8, 2025, at Concordia Hospital, with family by his side.
Henry was born on October 18, 1929, in Alesheim, Ukraine, then part of the Soviet Union. His early years were shaped by one of the darkest decades in history, living under the shadow of Stalinist oppression. Despite those hardships, Henry carried with him an enduring strength, faith, and perseverance that defined the course of his life.
In 1948, Henry immigrated to Canada, arriving first in Quebec City before settling in Winnipeg, where he began to build a new life. His first years in Canada were marked by humble beginnings and hard work — shovelling streetcar tracks for Winnipeg Electric, punching holes for screws in chair frames at Ideal Brass, and taking on any job that came his way. Through dedication and determination, Henry eventually became a successful business owner, working alongside his brother.
His entrepreneurial spirit and love for his family led him to establish WRE Development with his sons — a company that continues today as a thriving multi-generational family business. His legacy of integrity, perseverance, and vision remains at the heart of that success.
Henry loved traveling with his friends to Hawaii and Palm Springs, where they would golf and enjoy happy hour together — creating memories filled with laughter and friendship. Henry and his beloved wife Irene shared a deep bond; they loved travelling and going on walks together, enjoying the simple joys of life side by side.
He was a man of deep faith, attending First Mennonite Church, which was an integral part of his life from his earliest days in Winnipeg. His devotion to family was unwavering, and to Henry, nothing was more important than the people he loved most. It is a value his family will forever hold close.
Henry was predeceased by his beloved wife, Irene Dyck, who was his rock and lifelong companion; his parents, Heinrich and Helen Dyck; and his grandparents, Abram and Maria Dyck.
He is survived by his three sons — Walter (Hildy) Dyck, Rob (Vera) Dyck, and Erick Dyck (Tammy Rak) — and his loving grandchildren Danielle, Chris, Carson, Lindsay, Brayden, Sasha, Brooke, Lauren, and Ryan. Henry was also blessed with great-grandchildren Arey, Vayda, Ruby, Henry, Stella, and Zak, who brought him endless joy and pride.
Henry is also survived by his brothers Arthur and Wally Dyck, and by Freda Sawatzky.
He will be fondly remembered by extended family and friends whose liveshe touched through his kindness, humor, and unwavering faith.
Henry’s life was one of quiet strength, gratitude, and devotion to his family. His legacy of love and perseverance will live on through generations to come.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 11, 2025
