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MARC-RENE DESJARLAIS GIRARD
Born: Mar 01, 1996
Date of Passing: Jul 02, 2025
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryMARC-RENE
DESJARLAIS GIRARD
It is with a heavy heart and extreme sadness that we announce the untimely passing of Marc Girard, who left us far too soon at the age of 29.
Marc was a kind, thoughtful, and generous soul whose quiet strength touched the lives of all who knew him. He will be remembered for his sharp wit, his gentle nature, and the unwavering loyalty he showed to his family and friends.
Marc-Rene was deeply loved by his beloved grandmother Lina, Uncle Guy (Butch), cousins, Ryan, Ian, and Vance Desjarlais. He is profoundly missed by his stepmother Marlene Myketa-Girard, stepbrothers, Aaron (Jacqueline) and Mike (Kaely) Safioles.
He is remembered with special love by Dennis Parkin, the devoted husband of Marc’s late mother. Dennis played a huge father-like role in his life with patience, guidance and compassion. He is remembered with special love by his stepdad with whom he lived from 2000 to the time of the terrible loss of his mother Yvonne in 2011, which had a significant impact on his young life.
At the age of 15, he went to live with his paternal Memere Rose, in Elie and graduated from St. Paul’s Collegiate in 2014. As well, time spent growing up in Elie forged many strong friendships that last to this day.
After graduation, Marc went on to work in the auto industry and eventually enrolled in heavy duty mechanics at Red River Community College. His love and passion for tinkering with anything automotive led him to working towards acquiring his mechanic certification. Many thanks to his uncle Guy (Butch) for taking him under his wing to help him achieve this.
In 2018, Marc-Rene joined his father Alain, stepmother Marlene; Aaron and Mike in Lockport. The unexpected and devastating loss of his father in 2021 led him back into Winnipeg. His close ties to his Girard uncles and their spouses, Guy, Roger, Luc, Ray, Mario, and Aunt Ginette as well as his many cousins formed unforgettable memories and had a huge influence on the man he became.
Marc will be laid to rest in the St. Laurent Cemetery beside his beloved mother, a final resting place that will bring him home.
Funeral services will be held for Marc on Friday, August 1, 2025 at 1:30 p.m. at the Roman Catholic Church in St. Laurent, Hwy #6.
Publish Date: Jul 26, 2025
MARC-RENE DESJARLAIS GIRARD
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Marc-Rene on Wednesday, July 2, 2025.
Funeral arrangements pending.
Publish Date: Jul 12, 2025
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 12, 2025, Jul 26, 2025
Condolences & Memories (14 entries)
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My deepest condolences to Marc-Rene's family and friends. May he Rest In Peace as he is reunited with his parents. He is with God now and is in His loving hands. - Posted by: Solange Lavack (cousin to your father) on: Jul 27, 2025
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Marc, I know our friendship was forced at the beginning considering I’m dating your best friend but the bond we made was genuine, I cared for you so much and I enjoyed all our time shooting the shit at the lake and sending endless memes to each other. I love you buddy and I know your parents were waiting for you. - Posted by: Laufey Desjarlais (Friend) on: Jul 26, 2025
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There aren't enough words to say how I felt when I learnt of your passing Marc. Watching you grow up with Jesse, you were always like one of my own. You will always hold a special place in my heart. Heaven has truly gained a beautiful angel.❤️❤️ - Posted by: Bernadette Legault (Jesse Legault's mom and friend to his late father Alain.) on: Jul 26, 2025
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Marc, you were my first ever friend in life. You were like an older brother to me. We would do everything together as kids & as we grew up . I am so incredibly lost not having you here. I miss you so much & I am thinking about you everyday. I remember you & Chad coming over to my apartment almost every weekend, we would spend the whole weekend laughing & hanging out with each other. I love you buddy & am going to miss you so much. Rest easy my brother. I don’t believe in goodbyes, you will always be here with us & to that I say until we meet again ❤️. - Posted by: Jesse Legault (Best Friend) on: Jul 23, 2025
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Marc, you were like a brother to me, truly a best friend anyone could ever ask for. I miss you so much, there is not a day that goes by I don’t think about you. My family will miss you coming out almost every weekend & I will cherish the life time of memories we have made together forever. Thank you for all the laughs. Rest easy best friend. - Posted by: Chad St. Cyr (Best Friend) on: Jul 23, 2025
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I know the time we spent together was short. But you were a highlight in that small chapter. I know you were so excited about that bike. And I'm so sorry that you were taken so soon. It's always the best ones who leave the soonest. Sending love to the family. Rest easy Marc. - Posted by: Emily Banman (A Friend..) on: Jul 22, 2025
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Rest in peace Marc 🩷 - Posted by: Taylor-Jane Maessen (Friend) on: Jul 21, 2025
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Marc my angel ❤️ We were not granted much time together in this world but I so greatly enjoyed every second that we had. It’s not fair all the memories we won’t get to make. Rest easy mon chéri. Miss you so much already. Sending so much love to the family and friends I know you loved so dearly. ❤️ - Posted by: Holly Kashton (Girlfriend) on: Jul 17, 2025
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This breaks my heart knowing what has happened. I will miss our crazy conversation’s and catching up on life. I am happy you will get to see everyone up there, including kitty cat.❤️ - Posted by: Taylor Lombard (Childhood friend) on: Jul 17, 2025
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Rest in peace Marc. Thank you for sharing a chapter of your life with me. I know your parents were waiting for you with open arms. Sending so much love and prayers to your family. - Posted by: Kyla Dyck (Ex-Girlfriend) on: Jul 15, 2025
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Our deepest sympathies to family and friends on the tragic passing of your dear Marc-Rene; he will surely be missed by all who knew and loved him. May you take comfort in knowing that he has once again been reunited with his Dad and Mom. Sending prayers to all. - Posted by: Carmen (Lavack) & Léo Cloutier (cousin) on: Jul 15, 2025
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Rest easy pal, thanks for all the laughs along the years. Sending love and strength to your family ❤ - Posted by: Cody Ives (Highschool Friend) on: Jul 14, 2025
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Oh Marc. I am so sorry to hear of your passing. I’m sending my heartfelt condolences to your family and friends. Rest easy. - Posted by: Laura Meaden (Ex-Girlfriend) on: Jul 13, 2025
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Marc is loved by many. He will be missed. Rest in peace Marc. Finally with your Mom and Dad. 😢 - Posted by: Ginette Schinkel (Aunt) on: Jul 12, 2025