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GERARD (GERRY) DELEEUW
Born: Apr 21, 1926
Date of Passing: Dec 02, 2014
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryGERARD (GERRY) DELEEUW With heavy hearts we announce the passing of our father, brother, uncle and friend on December 2, 2014. At the Health Sciences Centre, at the age of 88, Gerry succumbed to complications of his illness. He was born on April 21, 1926 in St. Vital. Gerry is lovingly remembered by his sons Paul and Ken, and his sister Therese Rutledge, as well as nieces, nephews and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Adhemar and Berthe DeLeeuw, and his wife Helen. He was a member of the Armed Forces serving during the Second World War. Gerry was an avid athlete, a former Winnipeg Blue Bomber, having played in the infamous 38th Grey Cup, the "Mud Bowl". After his sports career ended, he established himself in business becoming a house-builder by trade. After many years in the building world, he went on to settle in Selkirk, MB. He relocated to Winnipeg after the passing of his beloved Helen. Gerry was known for his tenacious nature and perseverance. He enjoyed the simple things in life and he will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. In keeping with Gerry's wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no service. Flowers gratefully declined, if desired, donations may be made to the charity of your choice. Desjardins 233-4949 1-888-233-4949 www.desjardinsfuneralchapel.ca
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 06, 2014
Condolences & Memories (1 entries)
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My memories of Gerry were from my younger years. My mom and dad were on the train to Toronto for the 38th Grey cup with the team and spent time with Gerry. I was a 13 year old pallbearer at Uncle Adhemar's funeral. From time to time because my dad was also in the construction business, I did get to see Gerry. I always found him to be a real gentleman blessed with a sense of humour. At the time kids were supposed to be seen but not heard, but Gerry was very engaged and interested in us and what we had to say. The last time I saw Gerry and had a conversation with him was at my Aunt Aline Renouf's funeral. I hadn't seen him for at least 15 years and recognized him right away. His sense of "family" was very evident and I was very happy to see him. He will be missed Bert De Leeuw My Dad was Harry, son of Marcel, Adhemar's brother - Posted by: BERT DE LEEUW (My dad was Gerry's cousin) on: Dec 06, 2014
