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DONALD RAOUL LAVALLEE
Born: Feb 25, 1951
Date of Passing: Sep 15, 2021
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DONALD RAOUL LAVALLEE
February 25, 1951 – September 15, 2021
Don leaves behind to mourn his passing his spouse Delores Schroeder; his precious nephew Paul Lavallee and his family; Paul's mother Janae Lavallee; Don's "sister" and brother-in-law Valerie and David Penner; his "brothers" and sisters-in-law, Rod and Barb Schroeder; Laurie and Carol Schroeder and family; Wes Schroeder and family; Grace Martel and family; Ron Schroeder; and Lloyd Schroeder; his step-fathers children and their families, Susan and Ken Trubiak, Reg and Shanshan Dahl, George and Kathy Dahl, along with aunties, uncles, cousins and many friends.
Donald was beloved by all. He had a natural ability to make friends. His sense of humour, his love of people, his dedication to family and friends, AA buddies alike, made him a very special best friend to all who had the privilege to get to be a part of his life. Don was a grateful member of the AA Tigers group, with a growing strong faith in his higher power God and not ashamed to share either one. He was an encourager to newcomers and made them feel welcome and accepted. He chaired the group and was treasurer for many years, dedicated to keeping the group alive during Covid-19.
Don retired in 2012 after many years of employment at the Transcona CNR shops as a tinsmith and then as a heavy duty mechanic. He had such very good friends there as well and you know who you are.
In our earlier years, Don and I enjoyed many summers at West Hawk Lake and Hecla Island, tenting and in our trailer, as well as the many golf courses throughout Winnipeg and Southern Manitoba, with our family members and very good friends.
Donald also enjoyed many fall hunting trips with his hunting buddies, as well as myself as his spotter, "shooting" with my camera, packing picnic lunches, as he gathered his limit of chickens. He was a man of varied interests; playing cards, doing puzzles, watching his favourite sports on TV - golf, swimming, hockey, baseball, football, reading and many conversations on the phone with family and friends. Don loved going for rides around town and the countryside with his brothers and various friends, going for coffee, suppers before meetings and occasional fun at the casino.
We all know he used his God-given gifts to help his fellow man, with his insight, ability to listen, to share, to encourage and lighten our lives with his antics and crazy sense of humour. He must have accomplished God's purpose for him here on earth, when God took him home on September 15. We all miss him so much already, but I believe he will live on in people's hearts and make a difference in others lives, if we emulate the good he spoke of and practiced in his daily life. He will continue to live in our hearts and memories.
God be with you, till we meet again with love. "Will there be any stars,
any stars in our crowns in the
evening when the sun goeth down…"
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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Sep 25, 2021
Condolences & Memories (11 entries)
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Oh Dolly, I'm so sorry to hear this. So glad you had those 45 years to build so many memories and shared experiences. I wish you peace and tranquility in these days and years ahead. My thoughts are with you. - Posted by: Gloria Nickel (Friend) on: Dec 22, 2021
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Omg Dolly I was so surprised to come back to Winnipeg and find out thru my CN breakfast buddies that Don LaVallee passed away. I know I haven’t seen him for a number of years, but I also know that it would be like no time had passed if we had seen each other. Now I’ll have to wait a bit longer to see him again. Don was such a funny guy when we worked on the same shift and in the same building. What an interesting person he turned out to be. I loved all you wrote about him Dolly and I’m so so sorry for your loss. I sorry for his family and friends. I’m sure there’s a huge hole in the many hearts he touched. Mine being one of them. Goodbye my friend, I’ll see you again! - Posted by: Randy Heatherington (Friend) on: Nov 15, 2021
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My sincere condolences. Don was a good man and an old friend. Miss you old friend. - Posted by: Robert Bouvier (Friend ) on: Sep 27, 2021
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Lovely obit Dolly. He will be missed on this earth. He was a ray of sunshine and compassion. May he rest in eternal peace. - Posted by: Patrick & Marlene Watson (Cousin & frien) on: Sep 27, 2021
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We are saddened to learn of Donald's passing. Fond memories come to mind of camping at West Hawk Lake. May the many memories of your years spent together give you peace and strength as you go forward. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. With deepest sympathy, Sincerely, Veronica Slota and Alex McCorriston - Posted by: Veronica Slota (friend) on: Sep 26, 2021
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Alex and I were saddened to learn of Donald's passing. Some of the fun times we shared together came to mind today including camping at West Hawk Lake those many years ago. May you find some comfort in all the happy memories. And may God give you peace and strength as you go forward in life. Our deepest sympathy to you Dolly, Sincerely, Veronica Slota and Alex McCorriston - Posted by: Veronica Slota (friends) on: Sep 25, 2021
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I was saddened to hear of Don passing. I would like to extend condolences to Don's family. I knew Don as a fellow Sheet Metal Worker. He was one of those people that brought a ray of sunshine into a dull day. Rest in peace Don. - Posted by: Arnold Otto (fellow sheet metal worker) on: Sep 25, 2021
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Ted and I would like to express our deepest condolences to Dolly and families of Don’s. Growing up across the street in Pine Falls we have many fond and happy memories. Don always had a way of making people laugh and feeling happy. He will be surely missed by all that knew him. ❤️🙏 - Posted by: Cheryl and Ted Pichor (Friends) on: Sep 25, 2021
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Ted and I would like to express our deepest condolences to Dolly and families of Don’s. Growing up across the street in Pine Falls we have many fond and happy memories. Don always had a way of making people laugh and feeling happy. He will be surely missed by all that knew him. ❤️🙏 - Posted by: Cheryl and Ted Pichor (Friends) on: Sep 25, 2021
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My Deepest Condolences our sweet Dolly. My heart is breaking for you. So many thoughts running through my mind and heart. So much laughter your crazy guy gave us. Love always Judy - Posted by: Judy LeRoye (Friend) on: Sep 25, 2021
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Shocked and saddened does not describe my feeling when I read of Donald’s passing this morning. Don and I grew up a few houses apart in Pine Falls and graduated high school together. With many adventurous times in between. As we share Donald’s strong faith take comfort we will have the strength to continue our life journey. Delores, please accept my sincere condolence knowing the thoughts and prayers of Don’s many family and friends are with you. Kelly - Posted by: Kelly Sharpe (Friend) on: Sep 25, 2021
