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HORST HUBERT HASSELMANN
Born: Aug 17, 1939
Date of Passing: Mar 25, 2017
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryHORST HUBERT HASSELMANN It is with much sadness that we announce the passing of Horst H. Hasselmann on Saturday, March 25, 2017. Horst bravely battled Parkinson's disease for the last decade and was granted peace early in the morning after family sat by his side. Horst was predeceased by his parents and brother, as well as his beloved wife of 38 years, Iris Hasselmann (nee Sulymka). Horst was born in Nevigas, Germany on August 17, 1939 and came to Canada at the age of 18. He began his new life in Vancouver, BC but moved to Winnipeg a few years later where he met Iris. Together they had six children: Daria Hasselmann and Scott Baldwin with son Noah Baldwin; Patrick and Cindy Hasselmann with daughters Elke and Mika Hasslemann; Jordan and Sandra Hasselmann with son Jory Hasselmann; Jason Hasselmann and Jessica Jacobson-Konefell and daughters Sarah and Iris; Suzie Brown with sons Oliver and Sebastian; and Rachel Hasselmann and John Mingo with sons Luca and Eli. Horst loved cars and spent his career in the business starting off with the Birchwoood Group in the early 1960s, to owning his own Dealership, Gran Turismo Motors, eventually returning to Birchwood BMW by invitation where he remained until his retirement. He loved to travel, and more than anything loved his family. The joy that he and Iris had hosting their Christmas Eve Open House will always be a wonderful memory for family and friends. The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff at Pembina Place Personal Care Home. During Horst's last hours the care was so loving and compassionate. The staff was supportive to the family and most importantly provided loving, dignified care to our "papa" who lived his life as a true gentleman. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Pembina Place Personal Care Home for the Garden Project or the Parkinson's Society of Manitoba. Thank you again. Funeral mass will be celebrated on Friday, March 31, 2017 at 10:30 a.m. in the St. John Brebeuf Roman Catholic Church, 1707 John Brebeuf Place. A reception for sharing stories and fellowship will follow. The interment will take place in the afternoon at Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens, 3990 Portage Ave. E.J. COUTU & CO. FUNERAL DIRECTORS 204-253-5086 ejcoutu.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Mar 29, 2017
Condolences & Memories (8 entries)
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I remember the Hasselmanns fondly. Their home was always so warm and welcoming and their children (four in number at the time) were a delight to sit with. Their family was a bright spot in the neighbourhood for me. I remember "Mr. Hasselmann" as one of the nicest and coolest men I'd ever met as a child. Years later I visited both Horst and Iris on my return to the neighbourhood as a young mom; they were happy to see me and I spent a wonderful afternoon with them that I long remembered. Deepest sympathies to the family - you all have wonderful memories to cherish. - Posted by: Dolores Rintoul (Former neighbour & babysitter) on: Apr 14, 2017
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Our condolences to you and your loved ones at this sad time. We are saddened to hear of your Father's passing. Sylvia and Prem Baranowski with sons Kuba and Zachary. - Posted by: Prem Baranowski (Friend of Sandra and Jordan) on: Mar 31, 2017
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To Jordan and Family, Just heard about the loss of your father and I extend my condolences to you and your family. Greetings from Germany Monika Bodman (Hoefele) & Family - Posted by: Bodman Family from Germany () on: Mar 31, 2017
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Jordan, Sandra and Family My sincere condolences for your loss. "Dad is such a special word, that word sets him apart, A big smile, a helping hand, a kind and thoughtful heart. Devotion to the family; A word of patience too DAD is such a a special word And we will always remember YOU." - Posted by: Joyce Fieting (Colleagues at Convergys) on: Mar 31, 2017
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Horst was the E28 M5 of people. An impeccably tailored exterior, propelled through life by a divinely intricate spirit. We drove, dined and laughed together and occasionally argued, mostly about sports and specifically about boxing. It was a privilege to know him. Horst and Iris opened their home and their hearts to an eclectic mix of Winnipeg’s citizenry. An invitation to dinner, or their legendary Christmas Eve open house was to be cherished, because it blended the city's most interesting and accomplished with a couple of generations of River Heights’ youth. Parkinson’s stole his health, but it could not steal the love of his family & friends, nor the admiration of those he employed and the legion of customers he treated like family. “A heart is not judged by how much you love; but by how much you are loved by others.” The Wizard of Oz - 1939 - Posted by: Patrick Miner () on: Mar 30, 2017
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Horst was the most caring person I had ever worked for, He and Gran Turismo Motors was my family for 13 years that I worked there. This was and always will be the best place I have ever worked at. R.I.P. Horst. My condolences to your children, grandchildren and family. - Posted by: Walter Payjack (Former employee) on: Mar 29, 2017
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Dear Patrick, Jordan, Jason, Daria, Suzie and Rachel, Your parents both had a very advanced understanding of human nature. Horst and Iris brought a sense of import to every occasion and treated their children's friends in a way that showed they were important to them. I regret I won't be able to attend your father's funeral. My deepest condolences on your loss. - Posted by: Paul von Wichert (Friend) on: Mar 29, 2017
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Horst was Kind gentleman. He sold our whole family cars. My first car was bought from Horst. Our heartfelt condolences. He will remembered in our prayers. - Posted by: Bill and Carol Beitzel (Friends) on: Mar 29, 2017