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DENIS JOSEPH BOISSONNEAULT
Date of Passing: Aug 13, 2026
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryDENIS JOSEPH BOISSONNEAULT
Denis Joseph Boissonneault was better known to us as Dad, G-pa and to many others simply as Mr. B. He was 84 years old when he peacefully passed on August 13, 2026. If his life could be summed up in one word, it would be family. Denis leaves behind his beloved wife Denise (née Rémillard) of 61 years; his boys, Roland (Cara), Raymond (Louise), and Gilles (Carrie-Anne); and his daughter Lise. He was most proud of his grandchildren, Eric (Natalie), Colin (Catherine), Sidney, Zacharie, Sara, Amelie, Bodin, Danika, Simeon and Mimi and his great-grandchildren, Myla and Emma. In his final days, Denis would pridefully take any opportunity to brag about his family.
Throughout the course of his life there were good days, difficult days and a few ridiculous days we will never forget. There were wins, losses, discussions, arguments and inside jokes that often went over his head. These countless moments that seemed insignificant at the time are the things that we will remember most. Dad was certainly known as someone who had very strong opinions about everything yet somehow always managed to leave an impression on those who listened. He was also someone who loved to laugh with his grandkids by greeting them with "Howdy Doody".
Denis was very proud of his construction business, CB & Sons, which allowed him to work alongside Denise. It afforded him the opportunity to work for himself and to be able to teach his boys the skills he valued most. Throughout his working life, he employed and taught not only his immediate family but many others; cousins, nephews and countless friends. When someone needed work, Denis was happy to provide that opportunity. His craftmanship lives on in many places, particularly in our family homes and especially in our beloved cottage at Chadwick Lake.
We ask that you remember Denis in the way he impacted you. Think of him when you are swinging a hammer, playing hockey or golf, sitting down for a game of blackjack and watching the Jets which he did faithfully with Denise. And when he crosses your mind, instead of thinking "I miss him" say "I’m lucky I knew him". I know that he is saying the same thing of you. We are blessed to have had Denis in our lives.
The family would like to extend their heartfelt and sincere appreciation to Dr. Kevin Coates and Dr. Al Buchel for their unwavering care, compassion and support throughout the years.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice.
A funeral service will be held at la paroisse Cathédrale de Saint-Boniface at 180 de la Cathédrale Ave. in Winnipeg, Wednesday, September 2, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. Reception to follow.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Aug 22, 2026
Condolences & Memories (6 entries)
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Nos sympathies à la famille. Kevin et Suzanne - Posted by: Suzanne Robert et Kevin Betzold (Amis de Rolly, Gilles, Ray et leurs familles) on: Aug 27, 2026
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I remember very well when I was about eight years old. It was a family gathering and Denis was fairly new to the family. That evening I had a story to tell but none of the grownups seemed interested. Except Denis. He immediately showed interest and asked questions. That conversation will live with me forever. And as I grew up, he always had time for me even with his busy life. I do miss him but am very lucky to have known and worked with him. Merci Denis - Posted by: Jean Remillard (Cousin) on: Aug 25, 2026
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I was saddened when I learned of the hospitalization and ultimately the passing of Denis. My father was an only child. I really do believe that my father viewed Denis as a brother, and as such, Denis was like an uncle to me. He played an important part in my childhood. My parents have known Denis and Denise since their teenage years. It certainly was not uncommon that Denis and/or Denise would show up at my childhood home on any given evening, just to spend some time together with my parents. Equally, my parents would often drop in on the Boissonneault family. Through their close bond, my sister Charmaine and I spent many fun times with Roland, Raymond, Gilles and Lise. Through the example of my parents and the Boissonneault family (as well as those other families making up their ‘gang’), I learned at a very young age the importance of friendship and the amazing power of lifelong connections. Serving as a template, I can only hope to maintain ties as close as my parents had with Denis and Denise. Aside from the strong sense of family, the obituary beautifully alludes to Denis’ lasting physical contributions interspersed throughout the city. Denis built the wooden deck attached to my first home. Solid as a rock, I am sure that deck is still standing. At my father’s funeral, Denis put a hand on my shoulder in passing. That simple gesture meant the world to me that day. Again, he was like a close uncle. Independent of any religious beliefs, and if anything resembling an afterlife does in fact exist, I picture Denis and my father once again laughing together hysterically. Denis, thank you so much for the lifelong memories. My deepest condolences to the family. My thoughts are with Denise, the children and the entire extended family. - Posted by: Richard Robert (Family Friend) on: Aug 25, 2026
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It was very sad for me to see this news I will miss my friend Denis coming to my shop for his monthly haircut , our chats about our families, our accomplishments after knowing each other for 56 years I will miss him like a family member, rest in peace my friend, from the Masi’s family to all the Boissonneault’s family we send our sincere heartfelt condolences 🙏💕 - Posted by: Ralph masi (Friend) on: Aug 24, 2026
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Have many happy memoriea of your friendship over the years, Cheered on many hockey games together, My sincere condolensense Denise and your family - Posted by: Isabelle Brunel (FRIEND) on: Aug 22, 2026
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Denis was a gentleman I admired for his love of family, his work ethic, his honesty and his great sense of humour. To this day, I repeat expressions he used while I worked with him one summer. He made the world a better place and I will miss him. My sympathies to Denise and all his family. - Posted by: Wayne Selby (Friend) on: Aug 22, 2026
