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GREGORY ALLAN WILSON
Born: Dec 14, 1951
Date of Passing: Jan 24, 2025
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryGREGORY ALLAN WILSON
It is with great sorrow that the family of Greg Wilson, of East St. Paul, Manitoba, announce his passing in Goodyear, Arizona. He passed peacefully with his children and partner by his side.
Born in Dryden, Ontario and raised in Barwick, Ontario, Greg was a bright child full of wonder with a great passion for the outdoors. Growing into an avid outdoorsman, Greg's regular hunting, fishing, and camping trips with friends and family were always full of joy, camaraderie, and lasting memories.
When he wasn't exploring or working outdoors, Greg kept busy playing hockey and fastball. His passion for the latter saw him travel across the country playing for various semi-professional teams, however he felt most at home pitching for the Barwick Blue Knights.
Many knew Greg as a teacher from his 30 plus year career in the Rainy River District, where he spent the majority of his time at Riverview Elementary School, teaching entire generations of families. Even after Greg retired from education, he never really gave up teaching as he was a continual source of wisdom and guidance to everyone he met - solicited or otherwise.
By far, Greg's greatest joy in his life was the role of dad to Josh and Deidre, for whom he beamed with pride. He always took a keen interest in their own varied passions and adventures, and was their biggest fan in everything they did.
In 2013, Greg met his partner, Jacqui Sair, and they began a life of love and adventure together. They travelled the world, visiting Mexico, Greece, Turkey, San Francisco, Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, and Thailand. They spent the last nine winters in Rancho Mirage, California, where they golfed, played tennis, hiked, and made many lifelong friends.
Golf figured prominently in Greg's life, and Pine Ridge Golf Club was his home away from home every summer, where he could be found six days a week. He loved his group of golf buddies and hated to miss even a day on the course.
Greg is survived by his partner Jacqui; children, Josh and Deidre; brother Ken; and beloved nieces, nephews, cousins, stepdaughters, and extended family. He was predeceased by his parents, Cecil and Shirley (née Alexander).
His wit, wisdom, and affection are deeply missed.
A memorial service will be held at Pine Ridge Golf Club on May 16. Interment will take place in Barwick later in the Summer.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Greg's memory to Myeloma Canada.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 01, 2025
Condolences & Memories (7 entries)
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“People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” I often think about the teachers and professors that I had growing up who were truly exceptional. While most of them were good, it was rare to have one that I would call “great”. Greg was one of the great ones. Thank you, Mr Wilson, for all your lessons. Your passion for learning ignited a love for knowledge within me that has lasted a lifetime. - Posted by: Colin Saj (Former Student) on: Apr 06, 2025
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Jacqui and Family, my sincerest condolences in Greg's passing! This is a tough road to navigate! Sending you my thoughts and prayers on this very sad Journey for you all! - Posted by: Michelle (Friend from PRGC) on: Feb 20, 2025
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Jacqui and Family, So sad to hear of Greg’s passing. My thoughts are with you. - Posted by: Angela (PR Golf Friend) on: Feb 09, 2025
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Josh and Deidre, we are so sorry to hear the news of your dad's passing. The love, support, and pride he had for each of you was beyond measure. Wishing you peace and comfort in this great loss. Love always, the Palm family <3 - Posted by: Joyce and Brian Palm (family friend) on: Feb 05, 2025
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Played fastball against Greg off and on over the years never managed to beat his team ever. Great fastball player class act on the field. And off the field. My condolences to the family...Jim Nicholson - Posted by: Jim mucholson (Griend) on: Feb 03, 2025
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Dear Jacqui, Our sincere condolences on the loss of your husband. May the cherished memories you shared together comfort you at this time and give your peace and strength for the times ahead. Tania - Posted by: Tania (Golf friend from Pine Ridge) on: Feb 02, 2025
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My husband and I knew Greg when he lived in Rainy River. He was always “the life of the party”. He was an amazing, caring teacher who was well respected by students and staff. I am saddened to read of his untimely passing. Please accept my deepest sympathy to all of his family. Most sincerely, Linda Budreau - Posted by: Linda Budreau (Friend) on: Feb 01, 2025