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EMMANUEL COURCELLES
Born: Dec 09, 1932
Date of Passing: May 16, 2024
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryEMMANUEL COURCELLES
Qu’allons nous faire sans lui? C’est avec coeurs lourds que nous annonçons le décès de notre cher père qui nous a quittés paisiblement à la maison le matin du 16 mai 2024 à l’âge de 91 ans.
Emmanuel laisse dans le deuil ses 5 enfants et 11 petits-enfants: Marc (Colette Leclaire) et leurs deux enfants, Patrick (Iñaki Perochena) et Natalie (Justin Beaudry); Donald (Cheryl Kennedy) et leurs deux enfants, Chantal (Daniel Cloutier) et Mélissa (Dylan McIlrath); Suzanne (Bill Neufeld) et leurs deux enfants, Mélanie (Jason Tucker) et Colin (Mattea Lee); Monique (Ted Jablonski) et leurs deux enfants, Gabrielle (James Schwartz) et Eric (Jen Rothwell); Richard (Michelle Fontaine) et leurs trois enfants, Pascal (Kerri Maslanka), Deneige (Chris Lemire), et François (Perri Courtney); ainsi que ses 12 arrières petits-enfants: Amélie, Benoit et Cabrel Beaudry, Jakob et Félix Cloutier, Marley et Wesley McIlrath, Lily et Oliver Tucker, Cosette et Celeste Schwartz et Colt Lemire. Il laisse aussi son frère Léo (Louise) et sa soeur Rita Brémaud, ainsi que sa belle-famille et plusieurs neveux et nièces.
Emmanuel est précédé dans la mort par sa chère épouse Yvette, sa mère et son père, Rose-Anna et Joseph Aimé Courcelles, ainsi que ses frères Albert, Pierre et Edmond, qui sont sûrement heureux de l'accueillir au près d'eux.
Dad a travaillé avec ses frères pendant 40 ans en agriculture, porcherie et en commerce de machinerie agricole, tout en créant des liens spéciaux avec sa communauté, ses employés et ses "customers". Il a pris sa retraite en 2005 et en a profité pour voyager avec son épouse, famille et amis. Il aimait beaucoup travailler dans son jardin et sa cour tout en "turlutant". Il adorait aussi chanter et jouer de la musique en famille. Emmanuel était incroyablement dévoué à son épouse et ses enfants. Il était sans doute le meilleur pepère au monde!
La célébration de vie d'Emmanuel aura lieu le mercredi 22 mai 2024 en l'église de Ste- Agathe à partir de 14h00.
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our dearly beloved dad, Emmanuel, at the age of 91 on May 16, 2024.
Emmanuel will be dearly missed by his five children, and 11 grandchildren: Marc (Colette Leclaire) and their two children, Patrick (Iñaki Perochena) and Natalie (Justin Beaudry); Donald (Cheryl Kennedy) and their two children, Chantal (Daniel Cloutier) and Mélissa (Dylan McIlrath); Suzanne (Bill Neufeld) and their two children, Mélanie (Jason Tucker) and Colin (Mattea Lee); Monique (Ted Jablonski) and their two children, Gabrielle (James Schwartz) and Eric (Jen Rothwell); Richard (Michelle Fontaine) and their three children, Pascal (Kerri Maslanka), Deneige (Chris Lemire), and François (Perri Courtney); as well as 12 great-grandchildren: Amélie, Benoit and Cabrel Beaudry, Jakob and Félix Cloutier, Marley and Wesley McIlrath, Lily and Oliver Tucker, Cosette and Celeste Schwartz, and Colt Lemire. He leaves to mourn his brother Léo (Louise) and sister Rita Brémaud as well as his in-laws and many nieces and nephews.
Emmanuel was predeceased by the love of his life, Yvette, his parents, Rose-Anna and Joseph Aimé Courcelles, as well as his brothers, Albert, Pierre, and Edmond, all of whom are eagerly awaiting his arrival for the start of a heavenly jam session.
Emmanuel and the "Courcelles Brothers" worked harmoniously for 40 years in a successful farm implement dealership, a hog operation, and an agricultural enterprise. Dad was passionate about working in the fields, so much so that he could be found driving a combine for Scott and Jason Parker well into his late 80s. Dad’s honesty, trustworthiness, and integrity were instrumental in forming long lasting loyal relationships with his employees, customers, and community.
After retiring in 2005, he enjoyed travelling with his beloved Yvette, family, and friends. Once that was no longer possible, he dedicated his time providing caring loving support for Mom. He was a true gentleman and a real role model for us all. He hummed and whistled his way through life. Emmanuel had a natural gift for music. Dad united the family with his passion and love, always being the first to pick up an instrument on every occasion and get the family sing-along going.
Emmanuel was incredibly devoted to his spouse and family. The grandchildren and great-grandchildren were drawn to his joie de vivre. He was without a doubt the best pepère in the world!
Please join us to celebrate Dad’s extraordinary life at the Ste-Agathe Roman Catholic Church on Wednesday, May 22, 2024, at 2:00 p.m.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 18, 2024, May 18, 2024
Condolences & Memories (9 entries)
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Mes sincères condoléances à la famille Courcelles, j’ai eux le plaisir de chanter avec lui dans la chorale a L’église de Ste Agathe. Il était un gentil homme, repose en paix Emmanuel. - Posted by: Diane Ritchot (Friend ) on: May 28, 2024
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Nos sinceres sympathies a toute la famille d'Emmanuel Courcelles. Nos pensees et nos prieres sont avec vous. Richard et Laurence Dorge - Posted by: Laurence T. Dorge (friend) on: May 22, 2024
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We send love and prayers to all of your family. We met several members of Suzanne's family over the years and we enjoyed everyone so much. We were not fortunate enough to meet your sweet father but we know how special and kind he is. Condolences to your entire family and we are sorry that we are so far away as we cannot attend today's celebration. Val and Dale Foster - Posted by: Dale and Val Foster (friends) on: May 22, 2024
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A friend for many years. Will miss him - Posted by: Philip Tencha (Friend) on: May 20, 2024
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Mes sincères condoléances à toute la grande famille d’Emmanuel Courcelles. Il était un vrai gentleman - toujours souriant, respectueux et gentil. Je me souviendrai toujours des déjeuners aux crêpes annuels à la «shoppe Courcelles». Je partage votre peine et je vous souhaite bon courage durant ce temps difficile. - Posted by: Suzanne Nolette (Anciennement de Ste-Agathe) on: May 19, 2024
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So sorry for your loss. Emmanuel was so full of life and love and it showed in all he did. I was blessed to have known this gentle and kind man. Sending you all my prayers in this very difficult time. - Posted by: Jovette Arcand (Friend ) on: May 19, 2024
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Our condolences to the Courcelles families, it was an honor to have known Emmanuel, he will surely be missed. Lisa and Rob Painter - Posted by: Lisa and Rob Painter (Friends ) on: May 18, 2024
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To the Courcelles family, We share in the celebration of the well lived life of a multi-gifted gentleman. Emanuel was loved and respected by all that had the pleasure and honor of knowing him. His spirit lives on in the eyes of his children and their children and their children. Love and Light. R.I.P. Gaétanne, Brian, Breanne, Adrienne, Collin & Beau.❤ - Posted by: Gaètanne Farley (Friend) on: May 18, 2024
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Dear Marc and Colette, so sorry to hear the passing of your father. We extend our deepest condolences. - Posted by: Derrick Cardinal (Friend) on: May 18, 2024