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JOHN BYRNE It is with great sadness, we announce the passing of John on Friday, April 7, 2017 at Victoria Hospital. He is survived by his loving wife Colleen (Scinocca) and his two sons, Steven and Joseph Byrne. He is predeceased by his son J.C. Byrne and his mother Anne Pages. John was an intelligent man with a quick wit and a good sense of humour. He loved to tell jokes and make people laugh. John was employed with the City of Winnipeg for 39 years. He enjoyed his job immensely as well as his many lifelong friendships. He often reminisced about the fun times working with the City Of Winnipeg District Six gang. John was a loyal Jets fan and never missed a game. His proudest moments in life was the birth and spending time with his two sons, Steven and Joseph. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 15, 2017 at Glen Lawn Funeral Home, 455 Lagimodiere Blvd. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice in John's name. Family and friends may sign a Book of Condolence at www.glenlawn.ca Glen Lawn Funeral Home 204-982-7550
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 12, 2017
Condolences & Memories (7 entries)
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Colleen, where did the years go? And our mutual friends- Anita, Vinnie, Sonya, Pat, and Christie, Dakota Collegiate was a progressive learning center and the teachers were skilled and relational. I went on to U of Mb. for a BSW. PBE and MSW. I have 2 married daughters Dawn and Jaimie and 3 grandsons, Sacha, Nico, and JameZ, sons-in-law Chris P. & Chris F. I am happy! 😊 - Posted by: Elaine M.Isaac (Former high school friend At Dakota Collegiate ) on: May 19, 2021
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Colleen, so sorry on your loss of John. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. hugs and love... cousin Myrna - Posted by: Myrna Moore (cousin) on: Apr 13, 2017
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So sorry to hear of John's passing. Living on the west coast I had not seen John for a number of years, but my memories of him from school (St John;s Ravenscourt) & University (Manitoba) days are still strong. The silver Jaguar XKE with Ox (Phil) stuffed in the back carpooling on the way to U of M. Evenings at the apartment listening to Stones, testing different "substances", and quenching our thirst from the glass Boot. Running the bar for one of his Mom's "soirees" and accidentally shooting down one of the curtains with a champagne cork. All good times and good memories. John was a character with a great sense of humour who loved life & I thought of him as a good friend. I never had the chance to meet his wife or children, but my heart goes out to them. Party on John! Pete - Posted by: Pete McCreath (Friend) on: Apr 13, 2017
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I was so saddened to hear of John's passing, will miss our weekly "hello's" in the hallway as he was going out for his "outdoor fresh air"...I will always have fond memories of our time working at District 6. My condolences and sending big hugs and prayers to you Colleen and your boys, take care. - Posted by: Cynthia McKay (Ferland) (co-worker District 6) on: Apr 13, 2017
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So sorry to hear about John as I always went to him to find the difficult answers to questions I required and he was always there for me ( rest in peace as you earned it ! ) - Posted by: Brian Graham (co-worker District 6 ) on: Apr 13, 2017
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So sad and shocked to hear of John's passing. His sense of humor and kindness was a big part of the camaraderie at District 6. Our condolences to you Colleen and your family. - Posted by: Elaine Perron (co-worker) on: Apr 12, 2017
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Hi Colleen - Words can't express how saddened we are to hear of John's passing. John brought so many gifts to our life. We enjoyed his sense of humour and the jokes. I will never forget he was calling me "Ma Ma Wong" when I was pregnant with Penny at District 6. He will be missed. Please make sure to take care of yourself. May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead. See you and the boys on Sunday. - Posted by: Cindy Wong (District Six Gang member) on: Apr 12, 2017
