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WAYNE MEIXNER
Born: Feb 14, 1944
Date of Passing: Jul 08, 2018
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryWAYNE MEIXNER With deep sadness we announce the passing of Wayne Douglas Meixner Sr., on July 8, 2018. Wayne (Butch) was born on February 14, 1944 in Winnipeg. The loving husband of 55 years to Shirley Meixner (nee Buckman). Together they were blessed to raise three wonderful sons, Wayne (Judy), Kevin (Karen) and Rick (Gina). Blessings continued to grow with their grandchildren, Jen (Jon), Krystle, Jordan, Cody, Tyler, Jacob and Clara. Their joy and happiness continued with great-grandchildren, Branson and Reid. Wayne was raised an only child to his loving mother Alldrid and his grandparents. Once Wayne and Shirley were together he quickly became a big brother to Shirley's four sisters and three brothers. Often enjoying a great many family get togethers, camping and travelling. Wayne was employed most of his life as a proud transport driver. He was a natural, self-taught, gifted guitar player and in his earlier years played in many local bands in Winnipeg. He was admired as a talented woodworker and his ability to make so many special gifts especially for his grandchildren. Later in his life he found a passion for cooking and baking in the kitchen with Anna Olson his favourite author. He was a great man of few words, with a quick wit, and never complaining he will be missed greatly but fondly remembered and held dear in our hearts forever. A special thank you to the staff at CancerCare, the palliative team and especially the home nurses: Trish, Jen and Michelle. Our heartfelt thanks are extended to Shirley's family and many friends that have provided love and support throughout. A Celebration of Life will be held at the St. James Legion at 1755 Portage Avenue on July 17, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. www.voyagefuneralhomes.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 14, 2018
Condolences & Memories (6 entries)
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I have been privileged to know Shirley and through her, Butch for many years. We were not always in consistent touch, yet just knowing that these two people were in this convoluted world was a joy and consolation. Butch and I had a few in depth, passionate conversations over the phone regarding politics, policies, the Jets, Winnipeg, civil liberties, our country, and essentially how much crap we have to wade through nowadays. He and I agreed on almost everything and those conversations, had they been recorded, would have gone straight to censorship! What a guy! A man with convictions, morals, integrity and a working mind. Not to mention his wonderfully dry humour. Butch and Shirley are a success story unparalleled by any other! I never knew any two people who, despite incredible challenges and adversity consistently were a team, landed on their feet and carried on. What an amazing love you had for one another! This love continues. Separation had never stopped you before. Shirley and family, no words will suffice to console you at this painful time. Only time. I am so terribly sorry for your loss, Shirley, as I know Butch was your “other half”. Know that he is always with you, beside and within you., watching and protecting. I love you, Shirley and ache for you. And Butch, CHEERS TO YOU! With utmost respect, Joanne - Posted by: Joanne Melnyk (Friend) on: Jul 22, 2018
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I am a relative, (a cousin) who resides in the States. I had the privilege of talking to Wayne on the phone when I attempted to telephone Shirley. Shirley was not home but Wayne was hospitable enough to talk to me. I am a transportation worker as Wayne was - Wayne was a very safe, knowledgeable, reputable, hard-working, honorable, bed-rock decent man, that we'd all do well to pattern our lives after. He made a template of how to conduct ourselves that we'd all do well to pattern ourselves after. The world would be a much better, fairer, hospitable place, were there more, "Wayne Meixner's", in it. Since I live a considerable distance from Manitoba, I was denied the good fortune of meeting Wayne Meixner, in person. The world is poorer for the loss of individuals, such as him, and I personally feel bereft, not having the good fortune of being in both Shirley and Wayne's and their family's company. I'd like Shirley and her entire family to know that we all grieve with her and them and are keeping her and all of them in our hearts and minds. Love from Bonnie (Rawson) and Todd (Strom) - Posted by: Bonnie Rawson (Cousin of Shirley Meixner, beloved wife, Proud Matriarch, Mother, GrandMother and generally, lovely) on: Jul 16, 2018
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Our sincere condolences to Shirley and family for your sad loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. - Posted by: Neil & Kathleen Farren (Friend ) on: Jul 16, 2018
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Dear Shirley, I'm so sorry for your loss. Words are so inadequate at a time like this. Losing the love of your life after so many years is one of the hardest experience one can go through. Please accept my condolences to you and your family. Big hugs to you my friend. - Posted by: Frances Pulscher (Friend) on: Jul 15, 2018
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Our deepest condolences Shirley and boys. We have many fond memories of our Ferry Rd. neighbor. Wayne was always smiling and had a friendly greeting for us. He was very good to our boys. Susan & Rick Gill - Posted by: Susan and Rick Gill (Friend) on: Jul 14, 2018
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For Shirley and family, sending our heartfelt sympathy and prayers at this sad time. Although the years have gone by, our memories of when we were young remain, God bless, David & Fay Jones - Posted by: David &Fay Jones (Friend) on: Jul 14, 2018
