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SAMUEL LEMOINE
Born: Feb 21, 1931
Date of Passing: Dec 23, 2014
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemorySAMUEL (SAM) LEMOINE February 21, 1931 - December 23, 2014 Peacefully after a short illness, our beloved husband, father and friend passed into the arms of God on December 23, 2014 at the age of 83. Sam was predeceased by his parents Antoinette (née Thibault) and Edgar; his brothers Jean and Henri and his sisters Jeanne Lemoine and Henriette Rocan. He leaves behind to cherish his memory his beloved wife of 51 years, Irene (née Daeninck), his sons Marc (Sandi) and Paul, along with many nieces and nephews. Sam was born in Ste. Agathe, Manitoba, the youngest of five children. He lost his father Edgar at age five and as a result family became very important to him, especially his mother Antoinette who raised him. After graduating from St. Paul's, Sam went to work for the Canadian Grain Commission. As a young man, this offered him the opportunity to work in major ports across Canada including Churchill and Montreal. It is also where he met a beautiful young stenographer named Irene, with whom he would share the rest of his life. In 1965, he accepted an offer to work for Manitoba Pool Grain Elevators, where he spent the remainder of his career, moving up to manage the grain inspection area. Dad was always involved heavily with whatever he did and work was no exception. While at MB Pool, he spent 21 years as a member of the Grain Appeal Tribunal, served as President of the MB Pool Credit Union and as an executive of the workplace association. His personal likes were wide and varied, with one common theme, which was being with others. He organized and planned events for both the Heather's Senior Golf at Windsor Park and the Heather Senior Men's curling league. He setup regular Sunday brunch outings, often for up to 20, and enjoyed weekday morning coffee with his many friends at the St. Anne's McDonalds. Dad was also a horse owner at Assiniboia Downs and immensely enjoyed having friends come out to watch his colts run and occasionally join him for a picture in the winner's circle. Even his gardening was a shared event and he took great pride in providing tomatoes to all who came by. Dad had a strong belief in the virtue of hard work and serving others, and lived true to this belief his entire life. Thanks to the caring staff of St. Boniface Hospital/Riverview Health Centre. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Sam's memory to the Manitoba Riding for the Disabled Association, 145 Pacific Ave., Winnipeg, MB R3B 2Z6, 204-925-5905 (www.mrda.cc) or to your favourite charity. A service for Sam will be held on Saturday, January 3, 2015 at 12:00 noon at Holy Cross Church, 252 Dubuc St. with Reverend Monsignor Comeault presiding. A private family interment will take place at a later date.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 27, 2014
Condolences & Memories (11 entries)
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So Sorry to see you go Sam, but i am happy to know that you are in God's Great Hands. It was always so nice to see you and Irene when you came in to morning Mass; especially on those mornings where you came in to also do the readings. You were always visible in our neighborhood. Sorry that i did not know, but i am sure glad i met you. Sympathies to Irene and the entire family. - Posted by: charles Prefontaine (Holy Cross friend) on: Jan 17, 2015
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So sorry to hear that Sam has passed. I was a board member with him for many years with MRDA and loved his silly sense of humor. I thank him for his dedication and support to our program. My thoughts are with his family. - Posted by: Kelly Scrivener (Board member and instructor with MRDA) on: Jan 12, 2015
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I offer my sincere condolences to you and your family. I first met Sam in 1982. He hired me on at Man Pool in Dec. '82 as a Grain Inspector Trainee. Sam was always very supportive, professionally and personally, and was a strong father figure to me at that time in my life. His positive influence continues to inspire me to this day! - Posted by: Mike O'Brien (Former co-worker at MPE) on: Jan 06, 2015
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With our deepest sympathy. We will always remember Sam, his smile and frIendly helpful manner. You were both dear to my dad and we always appreciated for all you did. Our hearts go to you Irene and your family at this difficult time. - Posted by: Lorne & Wendy (George Light's daughter) Jamison. (Friends) on: Jan 03, 2015
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Irene , so sorry to hear of Sam's passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Denise - Posted by: Denise Campbell (co- worker /friend of Irene) on: Jan 03, 2015
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My wife Michelle and I feel so privileged to know Sam. He was always kind, thoughtful and helpful. Many a time we recall Sam coming and sitting down on our porch with our dog Spy. Of course he always had treats in his pocket! Sam, you will be missed. - Posted by: Gordon Clarke (Friend) on: Dec 30, 2014
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I am Linda Freeman the oldest daughter of George Light who was a dear friend of Sam's. My Dad passed away 3 yrs ago and while we stayed in his apartment for 5 weeks, Sam & Irene came to visit and took us to one of the Brunch's at St. Boniface Golf Course. Brian used to join George at McDonald's and meet up with Sam and the others when we visited from Alberta. He truly was a wonderful person and my Dad talked highly of him all the time. Sam took my Dad everywhere when he couldn't drive much. They had fond memories of going to Assiniboine Park for entertainment and to see the horse races. I have a blue jacket that Dad bought from Sam I think it was a fund raiser for his horses. We are very sorry Irene and family for your loss. Linda & Brian Freeman - Posted by: FREEMAN, Brian & linda () on: Dec 29, 2014
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Sorry about your loss Irene , take care ,savor the good times,spend time with your family. Time goes by so fast. May God embrace you in His loving arms. My prayers & thoughts are with your & family "You Can either Cry because i Died or smile because i lived" - Posted by: Lucille Beaudoin (friend) on: Dec 28, 2014
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My sincere condolences to the Lemoine family on Sam's passing. For many years I curled against Sam at the St. Vital Curling Club and always enjoyed chatting and sharing stories with him. Sam always had a friendly smile on his face,a friendly comment to offer and never failed to say "hello" to you whenever we crossed paths. He will be missed! - Posted by: ronald smith (curling friend at St. Vital Curling Club) on: Dec 28, 2014
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Irene, Mark and Paul, I am so sorry to hear about Sam. He was a good friend and neighbor for many years and my prayers are with you all during this time. Jeff Bouchard - Posted by: Jeff Bouchard (Friend and Neighbor) on: Dec 27, 2014
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We want to send our deepest sympathies to Paul's family. - Posted by: Sean and Kelli Bourke (Friend) on: Dec 27, 2014