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GRANT JOSEPH RUCHKALL
Born: Sep 15, 1962
Date of Passing: Jun 21, 2026
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryGRANT JOSEPH RUCHKALL
It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Grant Joseph Ruchkall, June 21, 2026.
Grant was born and raised in Transcona, where he attended Murdoch MacKay Collegiate. After high school, Grant went on to help run the family business at the Princess Hotel and later the Rennie Hotel in the Whiteshell.
Grant is lovingly remembered by his partner, Kelly (Karlee), and his four children: Kaleigh (Jamie), Josh (Melissa), Aliya (Trevor), and Eric (Micayla). He was a proud grandfather to Aidin (Helena), Keaton, Sadie, Elijah, and Brinley, and a cherished great-grandfather to Romy.
Dad leaves behind his brothers, Greg (Nicole) and Mark (Beverly), as well as his mother, Eileen, with whom he shared a very special bond. Grant was predeceased by his father, Gordon, and his sister, Leanne.
One of Grant’s greatest joys was spending time at the family cabin in the Whiteshell. There, he could often be found delegating jobs, listening to music on the beach, or casting a line into the water. If Dad wasn’t at the lake, you could usually find him in his Bomber room watching a game or relaxing on the back deck working on his tan.
Grant will be deeply missed by his family and his many friends. His memory will live on in the stories, laughter, and love he shared with all who knew him.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jun 27, 2026
Condolences & Memories (6 entries)
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This is so sad we just talked to him a couple weeks ago and he seemed in great spirits Although he always was what a great guy gone way too soon - Posted by: Wayne and sherry borkofsky (Friend) on: Jun 29, 2026
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My deepest heartfelt condolences to tha family We were classmates in school & now you’ve graduated to Eternal life! God bless your sweet kind Soul🙏Rest easy Grant See you on the other side - Posted by: Enza (Friend) on: Jun 29, 2026
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So sorry to hear of the loss of your son, Eileen. - Posted by: Wilma and Wilson (Outlaws) on: Jun 28, 2026
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My Deepest Condolences to Grant’s family and the Ruchkall family - may my childhood neighbor and friend RIP and may God Bless him and his Family 🙏🙏 - Posted by: Mark Collins (Childhood Friend) on: Jun 27, 2026
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You were Truly a gem of a neighbour. You were always kind, funny and a super great neighbour these last 24 years. You would always drive by my house with your red convertible " Top Down of Course" and wearing your bandanna waving at me on your way to get a 6 PK of Blue. I'm sure going to miss seeing you my friend drive by. You are "Truly Missed". - Posted by: Audrey Lucky (Neighbour) on: Jun 27, 2026
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Grant was a great friendly guy. Is was always nice to run into him, and just have a friendly hi and how are you doing. I loved seeing him drive around in his red convertible with a big proud smile. He will be missed by everyone who knew him. My condolences to his family and friends. R.I.P Grant - Posted by: Richard Chabluk (Friend) on: Jun 27, 2026