GAETAN DUBE

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GAETAN DUBE On January 31, 2000, Gaetan Dube passed away at the age of 54 with his wife Shelley, his sister, Jeanine, his chosen friend Gerry Gregoire and longtime friend, Pat Wedlake by his side. He leaves to mourn his loving wife, Shelley of 16 years, and the joy of his life, his daughter, Megan. He is survived by his mother, Marthe; his sisters, Jeanine and her children Carl and Josee, Micheline (Paul-Andre) and their children, Frederic and Sebastien, Danielle (Jean-Paul) and their daughter, Karine; his brothers, Christian (Vera) and their children, Ross, Ralph and Christine, Berthier (Monique) and their son, Patrick, Gerald (Vivianne) and their daughters, Suzie and Anne. He is also survived by his mother-in-law, Bernice Conquergood and his sisters-in-law, Darlia (Dave) and her children, Dale, Sean and Holly, Rhonda (Mark) and their children, Corey, Christy, Marnie and his brother-in-law, Dale and his daughter, Dana. Gaetan was predeceased by his father, Albert Dube in 1982; his father-in-law, Hilt Conquergood in 1990 and his brother-in-law, Yves Dugal in 1988. Gaetan was born in St. Honore, Quebec on February 25, 1945. At the age of five, his family moved to Quebec City. In 1965, he moved to Montreal to take his hairdressing course. After working in Montreal, Toronto and Ottawa, his experiences took him in the new direction of sales in the Beauty industry. In 1975 he moved to Winnipeg where he later met and married Shelley in 1983. In 1982, he joined Ralph Herget as a partner in Complete Beauty Supplies. Gaetan found his calling there. He not only had a profound impact on the industry, the salons, the effect he had on his staff will long be remembered. His compassion, vision and drive was embraced by each member. To him they were an extension of his family. His closest friends should remember him for his love of music and dance. Whether he planted tomatoes in the yard, cooked up a storm in the kitchen, or visited with friends in the garage, the radio was always on. To share stories over a cold beer with his family or friends was one of his greatest pleasures. His memory will live on in Shelley and Megan. Remembering the many bonfires in the backyard. The constant renovations over the years that produced a beautiful home filled with wonderful memories and the many, many friends who will forever be there. Shelley and Megan would like to thank Pat and Murray Wedlake and their family for their love and support during this difficult time. Especially for making Gaetans last Christmas a very special one, one he treasured and one they will treasure forever. There are so many people that gave of their time to ensure that Gaetans final days with us were filled with love, laughter and compassion. Shelley and Megan would like to send their love and deepest gratitude to Gerry Gregoire, Dale Melanson, Ralph Herget, Mary Stadnick, Martial and Louise Morin, Sam and Irene Lemoine, Lorne Campbell, Wally Wegier, Hugues Plante and all their sisters, brothers and in-laws. Honorary pallbearers are Martial Morin, Gerry Gregoire, Reg Di Giaciamo, Ralph Herget, Mary Stadnick, Lorne Campbell, Murray Wedlake, Wally Wegier and Hugues Plante. A special thanks to the doctors and staff of Oncology and Palliative Care at the St. Boniface General Hospital for their compassion and care. A Memorial service will be held at Desjardins Funeral Chapel on Friday, February 4, at 2:00 p.m. A private interment will follow with the family at a later date at Glen Lawn Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, Gaetan requested donations be made in his memory to the Cancer Society, 193 Sherbrook St., Winnipeg, MB, R3C 9Z9. The Desjardins Funeral Chapel in care of arrangements, 233-4949; toll free 1-888-233-4949. "I know how much you love me as much as I love you. And each time you think of me I know youll miss me too. So when tomorrow starts without me, Dont think were far apart. For every time you think of me, Im right here in your heart." - unknown

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 02, 2000