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GERMAIN JEAN-BAPTIST GARAND
Date of Passing: Apr 29, 2012
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GERMAIN JEAN-BAPTIST GARAND Peacefully on Sunday, April 29, 2012 Germain Jean-Baptist Garand passed away at the age of 85, at his home in Winnipeg, with his family members at his side. Germain is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Anna, and eight children, Elaine (Phil), Eveline, Ernie (Denise), Germain Jr. (Shelley), Antoine (Deanie), Claudette (John), Suzanne (Neil) and Jean-Paul, 11 garand-children and two great-garand-children. Germain is also survived by five sisters, Jeanne, Lucille, Alice, Yvonne, Annette and one brother Robert. Germain was born in St. Pierre, Manitoba on April 16, 1927. Our Dad resided in Winnipeg for most of his life. He was an extremely talented stone mason and bricklayer. His life's works include many of the churches throughout Manitoba and Saskatchewan. Dad's favourite pastimes were hunting, fishing, blueberry and strawberry picking, gardening and of course, bingo. Dad, you will be always be in our thoughts. You were the best father and grandfather and we are all better for having you in our lives. We love you for all the things you did for us, little and big, and for making us who we are today. The family wishes to extend their heartfelt appreciation to staff members, Kris Springer, Dr. J. Wong, Olga of the W.R.H.A. Palliative Care Team for their caring and kindness. We would also like to express our appreciation to Father Isidor Igwegbe of Holy Cross Church for performing the sacrament for the sick. Prayers will be held on Wednesday, May 2, at 7:00 p.m. at Glen Lawn Funeral Home, 455 Lagimodiere Blvd. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, May 3, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Emile Catholic Church, 556 St. Anne's Road, Father Carol Tarnopolski, V.G. presiding. A private Rite of Committal will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Cardiac Sciences Program at St. Boniface Hospital. Friends may sign a Book of Condolence at www.glenlawn.ca Glen Lawn Funeral Home 982-7550
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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 01, 2012
Condolences & Memories (11 entries)
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Cookie, our hearts go out to you and your family. - Posted by: Jaye Cadzow & Rick Rebeck (Friend) on: May 04, 2012
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Our sincrere condolences to Anna and family. Gerry was a very kind man and one sharp bingo player...he will be missed. - Posted by: les and marilyn brown (neighbour down the street) on: May 03, 2012
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Rest in peace Uncle, keep my dad company. Until we meet again. - Posted by: Michelle Garand (Niece) on: May 03, 2012
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Our sincere condolences to all of the Garand family. - Posted by: Jack and Maria Reid (Friends of the family) on: May 02, 2012
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I remember Germain as a strong, handsome, smiling man when I was growing up. Remember the dance in St. Pierre when Anna sat on my dad Edgar? She pinned him down so hard, he couldn't get up and join the fight that was going on outside the hall. The thought of that always makes me laugh. Sincere sympathies, Cousine Jeannette - Posted by: Jeannette Lebleu Richter (cousin) on: May 02, 2012
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Germain was a kind friendly and an all around great person. His mom and my mom were good friends and Anna was a neighbor when she was younger. I spent many time playing bingo with Gerry and Anna and having coffee at their house. I can still hear him asking me when are you coming for coffee. He would say you know the coffee is always on at my place. Gerry will be missed. I am blessed to have had him as a friend. I love and will miss you my dear Gerry. My thoughts and Prayers are with you Anna and the family. May God be with you and help you through this hard time. - Posted by: Irene Cure (Friend) on: May 02, 2012
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My condolences to Anna & her family. What a wonderful guy who had a great sense of humour. I could always count on him to laugh at the stunts I pulled. Love Sonia Cook - Posted by: Sonia Cook (FRIEND) on: May 02, 2012
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Nos sincères condoléances à Anna et toute votre famille. Nous gardons un beau souvenir de Germain. Il était généreux, aimable et doux! Colette et Hubert - Posted by: Hubert et Colette Mangin (Cousins) on: May 01, 2012
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Gerry was a great friend and neighbour to our family, we spent some good times together and we will miss him. - Posted by: The HOURD Family (Friend) on: May 01, 2012
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Mes condoléances à Anna et sa famille. Merci Germain pour ce que tu as été pour notre famille. - Posted by: Irène Garand (une cousine) on: May 01, 2012
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Uncle Germain was always on the go, I swear the only time that man sat down was to play BINGO or eat, lol... He will always be remembered for his kindness and gentleness and I feel so blessed to have lived with them for a short time in my life. Always Remembered and Loved. - Posted by: Jeanette Fillion (Family) on: May 01, 2012
