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LEONARD MAURICE FERRE
Date of Passing: Oct 25, 2016
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LEONARD MAURICE FERRE 1951 - 2016 Paisiblement et entouré de sa famille, Léonard Ferré est décédé le mardi 25 octobre à l'âge de 64 ans. Il laisse dans le deuil son épouse bien-aimée, Michelle Freynet, ses enfants adorés Chantal (Avo Wazirian) et Michel; ses belles-filles Dominique, Guylaine (Shawn Lawe) et Karelle (Mark Rosner); ses petits-enfants par alliance, Jacob, Katia, Nicholas, Amélie, Benjamin et Mina; sa soeur Mariette (Tom Ulrich), son frère jumeau Lionel (Julie Mongeon-Ferré) et sa soeur Roseline (Doug Bell); sa nièce Marie-Claude (André Gendron) et leur fille Mélodie, son neveu Benoît, ainsi que la famille élargie. Il a été précédé par ses parents, Marcel et Eugénie (née Toullelan). Léonard est né à Saint-Brieux en Saskatchewan et est déménagé avec sa famille à Saint-Norbert au Manitoba en 1966. Il a obtenu un baccalauréat en génie mécanique de l'Université du Manitoba en 1974 et a débuté sa carrière auprès de Manitoba Hydro où il est demeuré pendant deux ans. Par la suite, il a travaillé comme ingénieur concepteur pour le compte de MacDon Industries pendant près de 40 ans, prenant sa retraite en avril 2016. Léonard faisait toujours preuve d'une éthique du travail irréprochable. Pendant toutes ces années, il exploitait avec son frère la ferme familiale établie par leurs parents à Saint-François-Xavier en 1966, entreprise qu'ils ont développée au fil des années. Très aimant et généreux, Léonard était un père et époux dévoué. Il chérissait ses enfants et valorisait la vie familiale. Toujours accueillant, il s'intéressait énormément aux gens et aimait converser avec eux. Il faisait preuve d'une curiosité intellectuelle et s'intéressait beaucoup à l'actualité et à la politique. Il se nourrissait aussi de musique et de chant choral, et c'est au moment de se joindre à la chorale Les blés au vent qu'il a eu le bonheur de rencontrer sa future épouse, Michelle. Léonard a affronté la maladie avec honnêteté et dignité, et a conservé son sens de l'humour et son souci d'autrui, même dans les moments les plus difficiles. La famille désire remercier de tout coeur le personnel médical du 5E de l'Hôpital Saint-Boniface ainsi que l'équipe des soins palliatifs communautaires. La messe des funérailles sera présidée par Mgr Albert LeGatt et concélébrée par le Frère Germain Kpakafi le lundi 31 octobre 2016 en l'église des Saints-Martyrs-Canadiens au 289, avenue Dussault, Saint-Boniface à 10 h 30. Elle sera précédée des éloges à 10 heures. Selon les voeux de Léonard, l'inhumation des cendres suivra au cimetière de Saint-Vital, 236, chemin River à 15 h. Pour ceux qui le désirent, un don peut être fait à ActionCancer Manitoba à la mémoire de Léonard. LEONARD MAURICE FERRE 1951 - 2016 Surrounded by his family, Léonard Ferré passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 25, 2016 at the age of 64. Left to cherish his memory are his beloved wife, Michelle Freynet, his treasured children Chantal (Avo Wazirian) and Michel; his stepdaughters Dominique, Guylaine (Shawn Lawe) and Karelle (Mark Rosner); his grandchildren by marriage Jacob, Katia, Nicholas, Amélie, Benjamin and Mina; his sister Mariette (Tom Ulrich), his twin brother Lionel (Julie Mongeon-Ferré) and his sister Roseline (Doug Bell); his niece Marie-Claude (André Gendron) and their daughter Mélodie, his nephew Benoît, as well as his extended family. He was predeceased by his parents, Marcel and Eugénie (née Toullelan). Born in St. Brieux, Saskatchewan, Léonard moved to St. Norbert, Manitoba with his family in 1966. Having acquired a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (University of Manitoba) in 1974, he started his career at Manitoba Hydro where he worked for two years. He then pursued his career at MacDon Industries where he worked as a design engineer for 40 years until his retirement in April 2016. Léonard was recognized for his strong work ethic. During this period, with his brother he operated and developed the family farm established by their parents in St. François- Xavier in 1966. Léonard was a loving and generous man and a devoted father and husband. His children and family were an extremely important part of his life. He welcomed everyone warmly and took genuine interest in people and their ideas. He enjoyed discussing current events and politics. Music and choral singing enriched his life, and in joining the choir Les Blés au vent, he felt fortunate to meet his future wife, Michelle. Léonard faced his illness with honesty and dignity while keeping his sense of humour and concern for others, even in the most difficult times. The family wishes to sincerely thank the medical staff at 5E, St. Boniface Hospital, as well as the community Palliative Care team. Funeral mass will be presided by Archbishop Albert LeGatt and concelebrated by Fr. Germain Kpakafi at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, October 31, 2016 at Saints-Martyrs-Canadiens Roman Catholic Church, 289 Dussault Ave., St. Boniface preceded by the eulogy at 10:00 a.m. The interment of his ashes will follow according to Leonard's wishes at the St. Vital Cemetery, 236 River Road, at 3:00 p.m. Those who wish to do so may make a donation in Leonard's memory to CancerCare Manitoba. Desjardins 204-233-4949 1-888-233-4949 www.desjardinsfuneralchapel.ca
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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 29, 2016
Condolences & Memories (13 entries)
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I was a workmate and friend with Len from 1997 until his passing. At the time of his death, I was not familiar with online condolences. It was not until writing condolences for a mutual friend from work that I thought of Len again and looked up his passage sight. Len was a clever Engineer and wonderful person that I think of often even after all these years Don MacGregor - Posted by: Don MacGregor (Friend) on: Dec 12, 2023
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Christena et moi tenons à transmettre nos sympathies à Michelle et ses enfants ainsi qu’a toute la famille de notre cousin Leonard. Soyez assurés que vous êtes dans nos prières en cette triste occasion. Norbert et Christena Ferré (cousins de Cornwall, Ontario.) - Posted by: Norbert and Christena Ferre (cousin) on: Nov 10, 2016
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C'est seulement aujourd'hui que j'ai appris la triste nouvelle du décès de Léonard. J'ai toujours apprécié nos conversations. Léonard démontrait non seulement une grande gentillesse envers ceux qu'il rencontrait mais aussi il était l'exemple même d'un homme "renaissance". J'offre à tous ses proches mes plus sincères condoléances. Marcel Lacroix - Posted by: marcel lacroix () on: Oct 31, 2016
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Our thoughts and prayers are with the Ferre family at this time. - Posted by: Aubrey and Linda Asper (St. Norbert neighbours) on: Oct 31, 2016
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Chère Michelle -- Jeannine vient de m'appeler avec ces tristes nouvelles. (spell-check is driving me nuts) I realize that I missed this entire chapter of your life but am so glad for you to have had such a handsome and well-cultured man in your life. I would love to hear more if and when you might want to. Jeannine was very touched by your entire family`s warm conversations and greetings. - Posted by: Jocelyne (Moquin) Wise (friend) on: Oct 31, 2016
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My sincere condolences to the Ferre family and especially to his wife Michelle. He was a man of many layers and a huge heart. Always a pleasure to spend time with. He is sorely missed. - Posted by: Louis Freynet (brother in law) on: Oct 31, 2016
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Sincères sympathies Michelle A toi ét A ta famille! - Posted by: Jeannine Vermette (Friend) on: Oct 31, 2016
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Chère Michelle, toutes mes condoléances et mes pensées amicales à toi et à tes proches. - Posted by: Anne Gilmer (collègue) on: Oct 30, 2016
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We're sorry to hear of Leonard's passing. Sincere Condolences to the Ferre family! - Posted by: Germaine (Savidan) Georget and family. (Cousin to Eugenie ) on: Oct 29, 2016
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Mariette and Tom, I am so sad to hear of the loss of Leonard. Please accept my condolences and know that I am thinking of you at this difficult time. - Posted by: Susan Hart-Kulbaba (Friend) on: Oct 29, 2016
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Always a kind, sincere, gentleman. Sincere condolences to his family and friends. - Posted by: daniel fourneaux () on: Oct 29, 2016
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My deepest sympathies go out to the Ferre Families. - Posted by: Ray McCaughan (Friend) on: Oct 29, 2016
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I'm very sad to see him go, it was almost unbelievable to hear this since only 6 weeks ago he was doing what he loved so much....farming....I never got a chance to say good bye, it happened so fast. He worked hard all his life, he gave everything for the farm and the family, just retired from his job at McDon and told me many times how he enjoyed the farming even more now. He will be missed for sure by myself and many others, Leonard rest in peace. My condolences to the entire Family, wish I could attend the funeral but unfortunately I'm away right now. - Posted by: Norbert (Neighbor,friend,employee) on: Oct 29, 2016