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MICHAEL WILLIAM JAMES WILLOWS
Date of Passing: Feb 12, 2019
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryMICHAEL WILLIAM JAMES WILLOWS It is with heavy hearts the family announce the sudden passing of Michael Willows on Tuesday, February 12, 2019 at the age of 19 years. Michael was predeceased by his grandfathers, Walter Melnyk and Tom Willows and cousin Nicole Willows. He will be lovingly remembered by his parents, Brent and Janice Willows, brother Christopher Willows, grandmothers, Marilyn Melnyk and Mary Willows, along with numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and dear friends. A celebration of Michael's life will be held at 2:00 pm., Saturday, February 23, 2019, at Glen Lawn Funeral Home, 455 Lagimodiere Blvd. A private family interment will be held at Glen Lawn Memorial Gardens. A special thanks is extended to Dr. Robin Westmacott, Psychologist Luke Keilback, Dr. Jerry Bergen, Alana Sigurdson from AFM, and everyone who has been a support for Michael over the years. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Michael to Klinic Community Health Centre, D'Arcy's ARC (for Michael's love of cats and other animals), or any other organization that deals with Mental Health or Addictions. 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 Feb 16, 2019
Condolences & Memories (15 entries)
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I am shocked, beyond belief, to JUST have heard about your tragic loss, Brent and family. There are no words that can help to describe how sad and heartbroken I feel for the loss of Michael. It IS truly every parent's worst nightmare and I am SO sorry for your loss. Michael was a wonderful, sweet boy when he and I worked together in junior high. We built a special bond together during my time at JH and I have always remembered Michael as being a kind, gentle soul who worked and tried his best. I am SO deeply sorry for your loss. I truly am lost for words. God bless your family during this most difficult time. - Posted by: Karen Drepko (EA (Reading Tutor Program)) on: Jun 30, 2019
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I offer my deepest condolences out to your family, with such a heavy loss brings such sadness. I didn't know Mike all the well in recent years, but I will offer up a memory I remember of us and our friends in Junior high. Mike, Ty, Tanner, Avery, and I would sit around the tables at break or lunch or something, and we'd all round up a bunch of pencil crayons and markers, someone would bring out a deck of cards, and we'd all play poker. The last ones at the table were usually Mike and Av. Rest in peace Michael Willows, may your memory live on! - Posted by: Nathan Riedner (Brief friend) on: Feb 25, 2019
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My deepest condolences to you Brent, and your family. Saddened by your son's passing. Sometimes we don’t understand the what’s or why’s but I know you gave him all your love. Thinking of you. - Posted by: Lorraine Huculak (Friend) on: Feb 23, 2019
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Our deepest sympathy to you and your family during this very difficult time my friend. Our hearts and prayers are with you. We are so very sorry for your loss. - Posted by: Frank Reeves (Friend ) on: Feb 22, 2019
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Greg, Trevor and Tracy offer our deepest sympathies. Such a tragic loss is unimaginable and our thoughts and prayers are with you.💔 - Posted by: Dudeck Family (Hockey friends) on: Feb 22, 2019
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I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of your boy. My deepest sympathy to you during this extremely difficult time. ❤ - Posted by: Corinna Link (Colleague/Friend) on: Feb 22, 2019
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Sending your family our deepest condolences at this very difficult time - our hearts go out to you and we all wanted you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Jackson, Georgia, Kim & Ed Richtscheid - Posted by: The Richtscheids (Friends ) on: Feb 21, 2019
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Jan, Brent and Christopher, our heartfelt sympathy and our prayers go out to you and your family in your time of sorrow with the loss of your son Michael. May your pain ease with the passing of time. May memories of better times hold you for now and bring you all closer. May you be calmed in knowing that Michael has the answer and is at peace. Juri & Linda, Larry & Glo - Posted by: Juri & Linda Snikeris & Larry & Glo Klotz (Friends) on: Feb 21, 2019
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I am so saddened and shocked to hear this I spoke with Michael last Saturday and I’m glad we had a good talk. My condolences to the family during these extremely hard time. RIP Mike. - Posted by: Selena Brandt (Friend ) on: Feb 21, 2019
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I am so saddened by this news. This is every parents' worst nightmare. I have been thinking of your family with a heavy heart. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. - Posted by: Liz Loewen (Friend and colleague) on: Feb 20, 2019
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I am so sadden of the news , my heart breaks for your family, my deepest sympathy. Always in my prayers. Dawn, Stephan, Blake and Chase Sabeski - Posted by: Dawn sabeski (Friend) on: Feb 19, 2019
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Our heartfelt sympathy to your family for this tragic loss. Our hearts were heavy on hearing this news. Please extend this message to Marilyn. Love Irene & Barry - Posted by: Barry & Irene (Melnyk) Swanton (Cousin (Irene)) on: Feb 17, 2019
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Judy and I are shocked and saddened by this news. We are thinking of you, Janice and your family, and of you, Marilyn, his grandmother. These young losses leave us with so many questions. Knowing you both a little, we know this young man had so much love and support behind him. And yet, still so many questions. Please know we are thinking of all of you. Jeff and Judy - Posted by: Jeff and Judy Carter (Friends) on: Feb 16, 2019
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Although we are not “blood” related, Michael holds a special place in our hearts. Jan, Brent and Christopher our thoughts and prayers are with you. Words are hardly sufficient to express our sympathy to all your family; but please know that our love and compassion is being extended to you during this difficult time. Special caring warm hugs….Aunty Pat and Uncle Mel - Posted by: Mel Finlayson ("Special" Great Aunt and Uncle) on: Feb 16, 2019
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Words fail us at a time like this. It is a tragedy that you have lost your son/ grandson so young. Please know that you will be in our prayers. We hope that you take some comfort knowing that so many share your sorrow. - Posted by: Ross Wedlake (Chair, Leadership Team, John Black Memorial United Church) on: Feb 16, 2019