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SERGIO FEDERICO MICHELE GATTA
Born: Jul 30, 1946
Date of Passing: Sep 28, 2026
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Our hearts are broken in announcing the sudden passing of Sergio (Fred) Gatta on September 28, 2026.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 45 years, Kris; sons, Mike (Stephanie), Josh, Jamie (Ashley); grandchildren, Amica (Kyle), Ramona, Jace; and brother John (Janet). Also missing him will be his sister and brother-in-law, Carol and Greg Blackwell, and brother-in-law John Fikkan (Daniel); nieces and nephews, Kris (Scott), Janna, Cam, Lauren (Shaun), Jon (Dominique), and their families.
Our family would like to thank the staff at Grace Hospital Emergency Department for their care and compassion.
A Celebration of Life will be held November 14, 2026, from 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm at Sturgeon Heights Community Club, 210 Rita Street, Winnipeg. It will be casual as was Sergio’s style.
A photo biography honouring Sergio’s life is accessible through the 'tributes' link below.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 10, 2026
Condolences & Memories (6 entries)
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My deepest condolences to the entire Gatta family. I was very fortunate to start my teaching career at Westwood Collegiate in the mid 90's when soo many iconic teachers were at the tail end of their careers. I will never forget "Sergio"....he was a great mentor to me. An incredible educator who touched so many that came through those doors. - Posted by: Art Penning (Colleague) on: Oct 21, 2026
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I very much enjoyed being a teaching colleague with Sergio at Golden Gate Junior High School. We had lots of good times and many laughs. "Rest in Peace Sergio" - Posted by: Milt Jones (teaching colleague) on: Oct 11, 2026
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I am saddened by the passing of Fred. We taught together at Westwood Collegiate. He was an excellent teacher. My condolences to his family. - Posted by: Richard Ford (Fellow teacher) on: Oct 10, 2026
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John we wish to express our sincere heartfelt sympathy to all of you on the loss of your brother. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you & Janet and all the family. Hugs. Gordon & Eileen Zinkowski - Posted by: Eileen Zinkowski (Friend) on: Oct 10, 2026
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Fred was a colleague in my early years of teaching at Golden Gate We were a team and he helped many of us to have very successful years with teenagers Thank you Fred - Posted by: Connie Newman (Friend) on: Oct 10, 2026
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My most sincere Condolences to the Gatta family. May you all find comfort in the memories formed over the years. Mr. Gatta was my elementary teacher at Brookland's School. He instilled in me the love of the English language, and was kind and caring. I’ll always remember his fabulous smile and his fun spirit. May he rest in peace. - Posted by: Dana Scull (former student) on: Oct 10, 2026
