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ERIC SEFTON
Born: Feb 05, 1962
Date of Passing: Oct 20, 2025
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryERIC SEFTON
Eric Michael Sefton, 63, passed away in Chetwynd, B.C on October 20, 2025.
Eric was born in Brandon, Manitoba on February 5, 1962. He grew up in the Wheat City, attending Valleyview in his early years and finishing Highschool at Vincent Massey. He started his career path with Stewart & King where he moved to Thompson as an Optician and traveled to northern communities. After leaving Stewart & King, he attended college and completed a Business Administration program. With vast knowledge and experience he held various positions throughout the years including Director of Education in Lac Brochet and Fleet Manager at CAA in Brandon. His final move was in the summer of 2024 to Chetwynd, British Columbia after accepting a position as Director of Operations for West Moberly First Nation. There he passed away suddenly on October 20, 2025.
Eric had a love for golfing, hockey, skidooing, hunting, fishing, gardening and of course his family. Eric was a loyal and lifelong fan of the Brandon Wheat Kings, of which he was a season ticket holder, and the Philadelphia Flyers, always sporting his teams proudly. He had a wonderful sense of humor, always quick with a comeback or funny joke, leaving a lasting impact on all who crossed his path. He enjoyed volunteering with Operation Red Nose in Brandon or at the Christmas dinner in Thompson.
Eric is survived by his wife Therese; children Kevin (Victoria), Jordan, Christopher, Alannah (Nick), Tristan and Colin (Amy); grandchildren Kayla, Ferran, Blair, Brittany, Dixie, Henry and Rowan; brother Mark (Jean); sisters Nancy (Dan) and Karen (Don). Eric is predeceased by his father and mother, Gordon and Barbara Sefton. Eric has nieces and nephews as well as extended family members throughout Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta, British Columbia, and the USA. He will be dearly missed by his family and by the friends that he had made throughout his life.
Eric was an amazing father and grandfather. He spent his summers traveling with his family across Manitoba. He had a passion for cooking, cookouts, BBQs and making his signature dishes like cabbage rolls and cookies, always gathering the family for a meal.
-"A fathers love is forever imprinted on his child’s heart."
We would be pleased if you could join us in remembering Eric on November 7, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. at Knox United Church in Brandon, Manitoba. Refreshments will be available following the service.
The family asks for no flowers during this time.
As published in Brandon Sun on Nov 01, 2025
Condolences & Memories (6 entries)
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I first met Eric in Grade 8 at Vincent Massey. He came into a classroom looking for a friend and he saw me and asked if I had seen Laurie. I did not know his name and when I saw Laurie I told him someone was looking for him. Laurie asked me who and I said,”Some curly-haired dink.” Anyone else in that school would have been angry and pounded me into the ground. Eric saw me the next day and had a big smile on his face. He thought it was hilarious and he made frequent references and jokes about it for the rest of our school time. Haven’t seen or spoken in 40 years. Sorry to hear of his passing. He also did the best Elvis dancing impression I’ve ever seen. - Posted by: Christopher Negrych (Old friend) on: Nov 03, 2025
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I met Eric in high school, and he was one of the gang I grew up with. Always “Nick”, highlights were camping, socials, and lying around on the floor listening to albums and singing broadway show songs…We all did everything together. When he “discovered” Harry Chapin he made us listen to every song, literally dragged us to a concert, (would not take no for an answer) and made us lifelong fans. We all had many adventures with our dear friend, hilarious and strange-and I am sorry he is gone. Whenever we talked over the years, he bragged about his family endlessly. My sympathy is with you all. Take care Therese… we are thinking of you and yours. Xoxo Al - Posted by: Allison Smith (Friend) on: Nov 02, 2025
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I grew up Eric’s daughter, Alannah in Thompson Manitoba and frequented the Sefton household. He was the dad of all dads. So kind, compassionate and present for not just his kids, but the house full of friends too. I have many fond memories of being with their family. I was shocked to learn about his passing and send all my love to his family as I know he will be sorely missed. My condolences, Alyssa Barnowich - Posted by: Alyssa Barnowich (Friend) on: Nov 02, 2025
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Sincere sympathy to all. Please remember to keep his memory in your hearts. - Posted by: Mary Beth and Jim Anderson (Cousin) on: Nov 01, 2025
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Rest easy old friend. - Posted by: Scott Lancaster (Friend) on: Nov 01, 2025
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So sorry to hear of your brother’s passing Nancy. Sending hugs. - Posted by: Paulette Fowell (Friend of Eric’s sister) on: Nov 01, 2025