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VERNON DANNY HAWES

Date of Passing: Oct 04, 2013

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VERNON DANNY HAWES It is with great sadness that we announce the accidental passing of Danny Hawes on October 4, 2013. He leaves to cherish his memory, his wife and best friend Nola, his children Dezi, Jayce, (Sarah) and Janel; his sister Mariann (Denis) Fitzpatrick, brothers Dave (Shawna), Harry (Linda) and his critters Rosko and Black Jack. He will also be missed by sisters-in-law Wendy Gerbrandt and Lisa Fiddler (Jerry), brother-in-law Lary Fiddler (Lorie), nieces and nephews Sean (Jana), Neil (Erica), Pam (Adam), Blair (Bonnie), Luke (Jen), Will (Angel), Kat (Clayton), Jamie, Morgan and numerous relatives and friends. He is predeceased by his mother and father Ruth and Gordon and mother and father-in-law Janet and Harold. Danny was born on September 8, 1955 in Selkirk, where he made his home with his family. He attended school in Selkirk where he made lifelong friends. He spent his early years in the north end of Selkirk until the family moved to Rosser Avenue. After graduating from the Selkirk High school, he began work as an apprentice with Purvis Navcon. He worked on the Beaufort Sea making him a graduate of "Tuk U". After Dezi was born he joined the Boilermakers Union (Triple Nickle, 555) to be closer to his family. Danny was first and foremost a family man. He enjoyed vacationing with Nola and the kids. He loved to sweep Nola away to exotic locales, including proposing marriage in Hawaii. Danny was so proud of his children and supported them in everything they wanted to do. He worked hard for his family and spoiled them with whatever dream he could make come true. His nieces and nephews will remember uncle Dan as always having time to find out how they're doing and encouraging them in their lives. Danny always had a smile on his face. Danny was a thoughtful man remembering birthdays and special occasions. He phoned his brothers and sister on their birthdays and attended every celebration and event he could. Danny did not embrace technology, he washed dishes by hand, (removed them from the dish washer) could barely run a computer and only recently learned to text, one to wish his girls a Happy Valentines day and one to his boys to wish them a happy birthday. Danny liked things just the way they were. Danny loved his "toys" and had some for every season. If it had a motor Danny was in. Much of his time with his family and friends was spent enjoying the outdoors. A celebration of Danny's life will take place on Wednesday, October 9 at 1:00 p.m. at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church at 6088 highway #9 with Archdeacon Godfrey Mawejje officiating. Friends and relatives may call for visitation on Tuesday (tonight), October 8, in the Gilbart Funeral Chapel, 309 Eveline St., Selkirk, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Danny's name to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, 6 Donald Street, Winnipeg, MB, R3L 0K6 or the MS Society of Canada, Manitoba Division, 400-141 Bannatyne Ave., Winnipeg, MB, R3B 0R3. Gilbart Funeral Home, Selkirk in care of arrangements. www.gilbartfuneralhome.com

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 08, 2013

Condolences & Memories (9 entries)

  • "Only a life lived for others is a life worthwhile." Danny was a man I was proud to grow up knowing and call friend. My condolences to Nola, Des, Jayce and Janel for your loss of Danny. - Posted by: Kris Stevenson (Friend) on: Oct 09, 2013

  • FIRSTLY WE OFFER SINCERE CONDOLENCES TO HIS FAMILY AND LOVED ONES. DANNY ALWAYS HAD A SMILE ON HIS FACE HE HAD A SPECIAL CALMNESS ABOUT HIM. NEVER HAD A BAD WORD TO SAY ABOUT ANYONE WHICH SPEAKS HIGHLY OF HIS CHARACTER WE HAVE NOTHING BUT GOOD TO SAY ABOUT DANNY HE WAS A TRUE PLEASURE TO BE AROUND. GOING TO MISS YOU "DANBO" - Posted by: kyle and ken marchuk (co-worker and friend) on: Oct 08, 2013

  • I have known, worked with, and truly liked Danny as a co-worker, and a man since I began boilermaking over 20 years ago. He was a wealth of knowledge which I drew upon from time to time, and he was always willing to help out. The unfortunate and unbelievable loss of this friend will be felt by many for a long time. My deepest sympathies to the family. You are not alone in your grief. - Posted by: Jerry Combot (Friend) on: Oct 08, 2013

  • We remember a New Year's Eve party at Nola and Danny's. Everyone was up dancing and celebrating. But..there sat Danny with that usual smile on his face, quietly watching. Never a bad word, never a judgement, he was just happy when everyone was happy. RIP Danny... - Posted by: Derek and Cindy (Friends) on: Oct 08, 2013

  • Met Dan in high school grade 9 in 1969 and became friends. our condolences to Nola and family. Farewell my friend, Don Deb Paskaruk - Posted by: Don Paskaruk (friend) on: Oct 08, 2013

  • Danny was a super person that was liked by all who had the pleasure of knowing him. He always took the time to say hi and was always a true professional. He was well respected by all who knew him, not only because of his work, but also his personality. Danny will be missed by everyone. My deepest condolences to his family. - Posted by: Trevor Brodziak () on: Oct 08, 2013

  • I was lucky enough to have the pleasure of working with Danny over the past few years, I always enjoyed working beside him because of his amazing work ethic and always happy personality, Danny will be greatly missed by everyone and I offer my deepest condolences to his family. - Posted by: Nick crook (friend) on: Oct 08, 2013

  • My deepest condolences to Danny's family and loved ones. Also to the Boilermakers for we mourn the loss of our Brother. I've known Danny all my 25 yrs as a Boilermaker, he was a professional in all aspects of his Trade. He will be sadly missed by everyone. God Bless - Posted by: Chris Shepley (Friend/ Union Brother) on: Oct 08, 2013

  • I have worked with Danny over the last ~30 years, most recently in Estevan for the last 8 months. Danny was a great person to work with and respected by all. I will miss him and offer my sincere condolences to his family. - Posted by: Barry Leggett (Friend) on: Oct 08, 2013

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