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BUDDY AUGUST OSIS

Date of Passing: Apr 10, 2014

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BUDDY AUGUST OSIS On April 10, 2014, at the young age of 71, Buddy August Osis passed away peacefully, with his family by his side. Dad was born in Pine Falls in 1942, his mother Mary said he was so big (10 plus pounds) that she didn't have to carry him home, she said she held his hand and they walked out of the hospital together. He was a combination of two great families, the Osis side, who were quiet, shy and a little reserved and the Soroka side which were not. As a boy kid, Dad grew up in Lac du Bonnet, and in 1963 married the love of his life Mae Hirst. A few years later, after getting his pilot's license, the two of them moved with their two sons to Wabowden. Dad worked there for a couple of years flying for Cross Lake Air Service. In the late 1960s dad moved the family back to Lac du Bonnet, he then bought some property in Powerview, and this is where the next venture started. In 1971, dad built "the shop", which became the second location of the family lumberyard business. He commuted back and forth between the two communities for a year, before building their family home in beautiful downtown Powerview in 1972. Dad would spend the next 21 years running the business. In these years, he also had his hands in many other things, like having a snowmobile dealership and running a successful wild rice operation. During this time is when he also discovered his love of motorcycles, especially big burgundy shiny ones! He truly cherished his time spent in Powerview. It was here that he met so many great people, people who became lifelong friends. In 1992, mom and dad decided that the city life was not for them, and moved to the family cottage in Bird Lake. It was here where dad was most comfortable, and said it was where he belonged. Dad was a talented man, if you needed something fixed, welded, or just figured out, he was there to help. He gave everyone the benefit of the doubt, and would always help someone in their time of need. He believed that you should only treat people the way you would like to be treated. Dad was predeceased by his father August Osis, his mother Mary (Soroka), his sister-in-law Carol Paczkoski, his nephew Danny Osis, and his brothers-in-law: Bernie Buhay and Ignace Paczkoski. Dad will be sadly missed by his sister Gale (Alfie) Apsit; his brother Gilbert (Penny); his mother-in-law Grace Hirst; his in-laws: Wally (Karen), Richard (Joanne), Charlie (Sally), Joyce (Terry), and a large extended family of numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins who all loved him very much. Also grieving are your two sons: Brent (Lynn) and Michael (Natalie). Dad adored his two daughters-in-law, he always said they were the best thing that happened to his boys. He loved you girls dearly. Dad's pride and joy were his five grandchildren: Kendra, Brady, Colin, Karinne and Julie; nothing put a bigger smile on his face than visits from his little angels. Sunday breakfast at the lake was routinely interrupted by Grandpa and his grandbabies sneaking ice cream (eaten with a fork) or chocolate, before the eggs hit the table. He loved you all very much! Lastly, dad will be forever missed by the most important person in his life, his wife Mae. They started dating back in 1959, and would spend the next 55 years loving each other. Dad, your memory will forever live within our hearts. We love you so very much! We would like to extend our thanks to Dr. Bruneau and the staff at the Pinawa Hospital. Cremation has taken place. A private family gathering will be held at a later date. SOBERING FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM, Beausejour 268-3510 or MB Toll Free 1-877-776-2220 www.soberingfuneralchapel.com

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 15, 2014

Condolences & Memories (11 entries)

  • Such a beautiful picture of Bud.Exactly as we remember him. He was one of a kind and we loved him for that.Our deepest condolences to Mae and all the family. Our thoughts are with you. - Posted by: Ricardo and Fazee (Very dear friends) on: Apr 19, 2014

  • Bud flew us in and out of Wabowden in the 60's. You were a great pilot and great experiences. Thanks for the memories my friend. I always wondered were you ended up at. I am sure that your life was great and condolences to your wife and families. - Posted by: Bob RIddle (Friend from the 60's) on: Apr 18, 2014

  • Mae, Sorry to hear about Bud. Our condolences to you & the family. - Posted by: Don & Diana Chapel () on: Apr 17, 2014

  • Dear Mae, thinking of you and all the family at this time and sending you my love. Cousin Garry David - Posted by: Garry David (cousin) on: Apr 16, 2014

  • Dear Mae, Mike, Brent & family, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Our family is fortunate to have met such a kind hearted and fun loving man. We hope you will cherish fond memories of your husband, dad, father-in-law and papa. Bud will always have a special place in our hearts and his smile will stay with us forever! Love the Fahey family. - Posted by: Lexie, Darrell & Keenan (Friends) on: Apr 15, 2014

  • Dear Mae, So sorry to hear of Bud's passing. My sincere condolences to you and your family - Posted by: Gisele Rivard (Friend) on: Apr 15, 2014

  • So sorry to hear of Bud's passing. My heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family. - Posted by: Carol Orvis (friend to Bud and Mae) on: Apr 15, 2014

  • Carl and I were so sorry to hear of Bud's passing. Carl and Bud were friends for many years and shared good times together. He truly was a wonderful man....very genuine, with a great sense of humour. Carl always wanted to go and visit Bud and Mae at their home in Bird River...never made it....but they will have a good reunion in the Great sky, one day! We send our condolences to Mae, Mike, Brent and family. - Posted by: Carl and Nancy Ateah (Friends) on: Apr 15, 2014

  • We send our condolences to the family - Posted by: Atanasovic Family (Family friend ) on: Apr 15, 2014

  • We would like to extend our sympathy to Mae and her family. Bud was the one that came and sat behind Lorraine to tell her that Bruce would like to go out with her, but was scared to ask so he asked. Bruce and did start dating and have also been married 50 years. We wish you all the very best at this sad time in your lives. Love to all Bruce and Lorraine - Posted by: Bruce and Lorraine Nystedt (Old family friend) on: Apr 15, 2014

  • Mae, sorry to hear about Bud. Our condolences to you and your family. - Posted by: Grace & Wally Hrychany () on: Apr 15, 2014

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