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LUCIEN (LOU) DESROSIERS

Born: Aug 01, 1923

Date of Passing: Jul 09, 2012

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LUCIEN (LOU) DESROSIERS August 1, 1923 - July 9, 2012 Just three weeks shy of my 89th birthday I was called to the fishing place of my dreams! Nothing but trophy fish and eater size walleyes for me now! I had a really good life, thanks to my parents Sauveur and Lucie Desrosiers. By the way they say hi everyone! My brothers (Ernest, René, Gérard, Joe), sisters (Alice, Lucille, Agnes, Cécile, Claire) and I were raised on the family farm in Ste. Genevieve, MB. As a young adult male, I served my Country as a member of 2 Princess Patricia's Light Infantry during the Second World War. It was around that time that I met this lovely woman from Lorette, MB. On May 10, 1947 Marie Jeanne Dugas became the rose of my life! I loved her then and I love her now! Together we created five children who we raised, watched and mentored right up to this day! Over the years, I dabbled in a variety of jobs to make ends meet. I owned DESROSIERS TRANSFER and delivered goods from Winnipeg to points east of the city. For a while, I drove a truck from Steinbach to Oshawa, Ontario to pick up vehicles for sales back in Manitoba! After that I built houses and other construction projects; including our house in Ste. Genevieve that we moved to Ste. Anne in 1960. A disagreement with an electric saw in the early 1960s caused permanent injury to my left hand. That was the end of my career in the construction industry. Many nights traveling to what is now known as Red River Community College in Winnipeg resulted in obtaining my 3rd Class Engineering ticket. With that under my belt, I began a 23 year career as the maintenance man at the Ste. Anne Hospital. During that time I was also active in the MGEU as the shop steward. We even went on strike one year! I was offered higher paying jobs but that meant commuting to work. With the job I had, it took me three minutes (with a rolling stop) to get to work! Mom worked at the hospital too and I had lots of friends and a steady pay cheque. Life was very good! It was around 1966 that I was introduced to fishing. My partners and I portaged into High Lake and I caught three lake trout. The fish weren't the only things hooked that day! So began a passion for fishing that lasted right until today. I chased after all kinds of fish; walleye, pike, lake trout, catfish, sturgeon. My favourite though was the eater size walleye. I loved cooking those white fillets in butter. No fancy coating or spices; just salt and pepper! Marie Jeanne and I loved to travel too. We've been to the Atlantic and Pacific coasts; experiencing each Province and Yukon Territory in our travels. We've been to Alaska and a number of other U.S. states. Caught salmon and halibut on the Alaska trip! I've lost track of how many convoys to northern Manitoba we participated in. If there's another thing that Marie Jeanne and I loved to do was jump in the car and go for a ride. I know that you all preferred that we called in advance but deep down I think I didn't want to give up the element of surprise! I've had the absolute pleasure of making so many friends! You all have a place in my heart and I thank you for your friendships. Finally, I just want to tell my children that you are all very special: as are your spouses, our grandchildren and great-grandchildren! Gilles and Yvette (David - Aesia, Danielle - Chad and my little buddy Kenyan), Gilbert and Gayle (Randy - Tracy with Bodin and Payton; Richard - Jen; Andrew (Ashley); Cameron and Erica), Guy and Irene (Chantal - Scott and Gabrielle; Gérald - Wiljane and Jenevieve; Jocelyne - Mike and Brody and Cole), Lil and André, and finally André and Rachelle (Janelle and Serge). We had wonderful times so please focus on those as you grieve my passing! Remember that I love you all and will continue to watch over you while I'm wetting a line in my favourite fishing hole! So don't grieve too long cause I want to see your fish too! To my beloved Marie Jeanne! I love you with all my heart! You are in good hands as our family is the best! I know that because you and I raised them! Till we meet again... As per Lou's wishes, cremation has taken place. A Memorial Service will be held Monday, July 16 at 10:00 a.m. at the Ste. Anne Roman Catholic Church in Ste. Anne, MB. The family invites all who attend the service to join them at the Club Jovial for a light lunch. Interment of Lou's ashes will take place in the Ste. Genevieve Cemetery shortly after the luncheon. In lieu of flowers, if friends and family so desire, donations may be made to the Manitoba Natural Resource Officers' Association (www.mnroa.com) or charitable organization of choice. Arrangements by BIRCHWOOD FUNERAL CHAPEL 1-204-346-1030 OR 1-888-454-1030

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 13, 2012

Condolences & Memories (31 entries)

  • We added another soon-to-be fisherman to the family this year, Pepère, and I’ll sure wish you were here to watch him when he reels in his first walleye. He’s got a twinkle in his eye and a mischievous smile just like his dad, his Pepère (André) and his arrière grandpère (you)! We have yet to see if he’ll inherit the artistic and carpentry skills from both sides of the family, but he’s already a joker like you! We’ll be sure to share all of our favourite stories with him, including your jokes and rhymes! Thank you again for being such an amazing papa and pepère—you showed my Papa how to be great at both roles and our little Jude loves his Pepère as much I love you. - Posted by: Janelle Desrosiers (Granddaughter ) on: Jul 09, 2018

  • Gerald and I went to Gem Lake again last weekend as a reminder of our fall fishing times and also to remember DAD Lou Pepere where he was always so special. I would call and say Lou Gem Lake Sure what time I'll be ready. Missed always Guy XXX - Posted by: Guy (son) on: Sep 30, 2013

  • My friend Lucien (Lou), I met you quite a number of years ago, through an introduction by your son (and fishing partner) Andre. I must admit, you left such a positive impression on me. You always seemed to have a smile on your face, especially so, if a nice eater size walleye was coming up through that hole in the ice! You have now moved on to your next journey Lou and we will no longer be sharing a magic spot on the frozen masses of Lake Winnipeg during the hard water season. However, your memory will forever remain vivid in my mind as well as my heart. Look forward to that day when we meet again. Your Red River friend, Stu McKay PS. Make sure that you and ESO leave a few for the rest of us!!! - Posted by: Stu Mckay (True Friend) on: Sep 03, 2012

  • Pepere, we love you and miss you dearly. Always in our hearts, and never to be forgotten in our memories ♥ - Posted by: Richard & Jennifer Desrosiers (Grandchildren) on: Jul 24, 2012

  • Je viens d'apprendre le décès de Lucien. Je ne le connaissais pas très bien mais d'après l'obit il a vécu sa vie pleinement! Si seulement, on pouvait tous être comme ça! Bravo Lucien et bonne pêche! Mes condoléances à toute la famille! Je sais que des moments comme ça sont difficiles et je vous garde dans mes pensées! Lili Delaquis - Posted by: Liliane Delaquis (Acquaintance via Jeanne who was the sister of Gérard(my brother-in-law)) on: Jul 23, 2012

  • À Liliane, André et toute la famille Desrosiers, nous offrons nos condoléances. - Posted by: Paul et Julienne Bosc () on: Jul 19, 2012

  • Your Dad sure made the most of his time here. He gave " living life to the fullest" a new definition. We could all learn from him. Sounds like you will have many fond memories to talk about. Our thoughts are with you and your family. - Posted by: Phil & Diane Cameron () on: Jul 15, 2012

  • Dad was always ready to chat with me no matter what! A quick phone call whenever the thought came to mind. I was first contact so many accidental hits on send were recieved. 4 moose hunting trips, 3 successful ones. Dad never cared whether if he shot or not, just to be in the field with me was good enough for him. Always one hour early for going anywhere, you never worried about being late. Many fishing trips to Gem lake over 30 years. The last one in October 2011 with Gerald and myself. A legacy passed on from father to son. The best Father a son could ask for. Thanks Dad. Love forever, Ti-Guy xoxo - Posted by: Guy Desrosiers (son) on: Jul 15, 2012

  • What an awesome account and reminder to celebrate life! Be present in every moment as Mr. Desrosiers was! Great man, great life! A very special man who had a special place in many hearts, including mine. Happy fishing! I know you will get your greatest catch yet! - Posted by: Yvette Deveau (Sister-in-law to the youngest son, Andre :)) on: Jul 15, 2012

  • Papa, you did not wait for me to come back from my holdiay to leave. But I certainly had a nice chat with you sitting in front of one the Glaciers in beautiful Alaska. Tu sera toujours dans mon coeur mon petit père. oxox - Posted by: Liliane Lemoine (your nurse as you called me (only daughter) ) on: Jul 15, 2012

  • Many visits to Ste. Anne’s, running from the car to your goose berry shrub and then making our way to your garden to see how it was doing. Watching you in the shed making Blue Martin Bird houses and rides in the back yard with the trike any time of the year. Lots of trips to High Lake, which always meant lots of fishing, once in a while searching for gold and suckers at the mine too. Sitting with you and Memere in the camper and eating noisettes was always something that was such a treat for me. Our Xmas’s which included midnight mass, eating green olives, New Bothwell cheese and playing pool. Making deux pouces drinks for you, this usually ended with me watching you fall asleep in your rocking chair. I will never forget those Desrosiers Xmas’ we all spent together. Thank you for being a wonderful Pepere. Toe knuckle cracking and nose stealing too.. We could go for months without speaking and pick up from where we left off without hesitation. You always accepted me for who I am, and loved every member that came into our family instantly. I will cherish my memories of you forever… Je t'aime! Till we meet again - Posted by: Jocelyn DeVlieger (Grand Daughter) on: Jul 15, 2012

  • Since I was not around here most of my life or yours, I could not always be there for you like Lil, Andre, Gilles and Guy and share all the stories and wonderful experiences they enjoyed with you. However when we got together and relived those happy times, I felt like I never really left. You were always there for us and always will be. You and mom have reaised and taught well. It is because of your love, patience, perseverance, dedication and direction that you will always be loved and missed not just by us your children but everyone who had the oppotunity to know you and those whose paths you crossed and hearts you touched. "I will always love you," Lou and thank you for YOU in my life, papa.... Xoxoxoxoxo - Posted by: Gibert Desrosiers (#2 twin son) on: Jul 14, 2012

  • My heart felt condolences to the family. Lou could brighten up any party simply by walking into the room. rest in peace Lou. - Posted by: Eric Patterson (friend) on: Jul 14, 2012

  • Nos condoléances. - Posted by: la famille Lauzon (Plus d'enfants à la fin de la rue.) on: Jul 14, 2012

  • Good bye uncle Lou. You leave behind memories that I will cherish forever. Remember, you thought me how to fish at High lake also! To the entire family, sincerest condolences. Wish I could be with you during these difficult times. Love Robert - Posted by: Robert Fillion (Nephew) on: Jul 14, 2012

  • Bien cher Papa et Pepere, Un meilleur homme dans ce monde,on n'en trouvera pas. Merci pour tout ce que vous avez fait pour nous.Tous les voyages a l'hopital St.B que vous avez faites pour nous les jumeaux.Tous les sacrifices pour nous rendres au College.Pour votre charite, tendresse,patience et amour.Pour le vieux $50.00 rouge qui a fait le tour de votre poche et la mienne pendant des annees.... Cher Papa...Merci...Toujours dans mon coeur et mes pensees Bonne peche!!! - Posted by: Gilles (Son) on: Jul 14, 2012

  • My sincere condolences to the DESROSIERS family! I know you all will miss him greatly and hope you all treasure the precious memories you have of him. - Posted by: Bev Martin (acquaintance of the family) on: Jul 14, 2012

  • Pepère, there are many things in this life we could choose to dwell on, what's wrong with this world, what didn't go right for us today. You always ignored the BS and lived your life for the love and the good times in it. You knew that this is what matters: finding a wonderful partner and building a beautiful life, surrounding yourself with family and friends as close as family, laughing hard and often, sharing what you had with other people, never forgetting to let those you loved know how much they meant to you, and of course getting into a little trouble every now and then! ;) You are without a doubt the best man I've ever known and I am so lucky to have had you in my life. Je t'aime tellement, Pepère. Tu es mon coeur. - Posted by: Janelle Desrosiers (Granddaughter) on: Jul 14, 2012

  • Chère Marie-Jeanne et la famille, Veuillez accepter nos condoléances de la part de mon mari Jacques et moi. Merci d'avoir été là pour les funérailles de mes parents, Roger et Yvette. Je vous garde dans mes prières. cousine Ginette(Fournier) Richer et Jacques - Posted by: Ginette Fournier-Richer (second cousin) on: Jul 13, 2012

  • Eh bien Mon Oncle Tetin - Tu as finalement trouvé le meilleur lac a doré! Chanceux - ca mord pu bin bin ici. I'm sure dad will want to go with you to your fishing hole too...say hi to him for me will you please? Mom always counted on her big brother and you were always there when she/we needed you. Thank you so much for everything..thanks for your endless efforts to get me up on those darn skis... To the family, I understand it is a difficult time and my prayers go out to all of you. But he will ALWAYS be in your hearts and memories as well as in ours. Bye mon oncle I'll let everyone know you've gone fishin'! - Posted by: Claudette (Niece (Cécile's daughter)) on: Jul 13, 2012

  • What a beautiful obituary that we captures the spirit and love of a wonderful man. Bye bye "mononcle" Lou. Our heartfelt condolences to the family. Lucie and Jim Plouffe. - Posted by: Lucie Plouffe (niece) on: Jul 13, 2012

  • My sincere condolences to the family. I will never forget what a true friend Lou was and how much this man taught me growing up. He was and still is like my second father. I'll miss you very much buddy. - Posted by: Kim Andre (friend of the family) on: Jul 13, 2012

  • Guy, Irene and all your families. My deepest condolences and prayers are with you all. Gayle Farkas - Posted by: Gayle Farkas (Friend of Guy and Irene) on: Jul 13, 2012

  • Our condolences to the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. - Posted by: John and Rolande Perreault (Friends of the family) on: Jul 13, 2012

  • We sure had fun eh Lou! I can't thank you enough for all the great memories that you've given me. Despite the close calls on weak ice, rough waters or near a Toyota truck, there were many really nice and funny times. Feel free to drop in unannounced at anytime; just like you always did! Je t'aime Papa! :) - Posted by: André (Youngest son) on: Jul 13, 2012

  • Our sincere condolences to the Desrosiers Family on Lou's Passing. Andre your dad was one of the best fishing partners I ever had on Clearwater Lake. - Posted by: Jeff & Irene Houghton (Friend of Andre's) on: Jul 13, 2012

  • Many,,, many, happy childhood memories I can recall at Lou's place. I will miss him. - Posted by: Laurent Tetreault (Kid down the street) on: Jul 13, 2012

  • This is just one great obit and I wish more people could be as thankful for what they have as this man did. I feel we complain way to much today and the best to the family .I would like to have met him. - Posted by: Glen Smith (Just a person that read this obit) on: Jul 13, 2012

  • “Love is missing someone whenever you're apart, but somehow a warm feeling still remains inside because you're close in heart.” I will miss you so very much my pepere, and I will never forget how big my smile would get, when you would say you stepped on a duck, and made those sound effects. ~XOXOXO~ - Posted by: Danielle Desrosiers (Grand-daughter) on: Jul 13, 2012

  • Dear Cousin. I think my husband Ray probably got to know you better than what I did. He remembers you coming into Bibeaus' garage where he worked. These past few years I got to spend time with your brother Joseph, or Zozo as I call him. we often reminice and speak of our families, that way, I got to know more about you. May you rest in peace. Your family will miss you, as we all will too. Lots of love, Cousin, Louise. - Posted by: Louise Guilbault (Cousin) on: Jul 13, 2012

  • WE offer the family our sincere condolences. Our prayers will be with the family in this time of greiving. - Posted by: Hector & Annette Demarcke (good freinds) on: Jul 13, 2012

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