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DAVID ALLEN RAFUSE

Born: Dec 06, 1936

Date of Passing: Jul 01, 2013

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DAVID ALLEN RAFUSE It is with heavy hearts and deep sadness we announce the passing of David on July 1, 2013 at Teulon Memorial Hospital. He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Irene; three children Darin (Carmen), Audra and Mandy, grandchildren Ashlee (Devin), Nicholas; great-grandchildren, Brooke and Brynn "the apples of his eye", and many nieces, nephews and numerous friends. Dave was born in Lunnenburg County, Nova Scotia on December 6, 1936 he was the youngest of four brothers. He moved to Manitoba in 1956 and shortly thereafter met and married the love of his life in 1958, Dave and Irene moved to Edmonton, Alberta, where Dave made a career as a long distance truck driver. There they lived and raised their family for nearly 20 years. When the children left home they retired to Teulon, Manitoba in 1987. The funeral service will be held at St. John Vianny Roman Catholic Church, Teulon, MB on Saturday, July 6, 2013 at 10:00 a.m., interment will be at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in memory to the charity of your choice. David would like to extend a special thank-you to Dr. Pillay and the staff at the Teulon Hospital. MACKENZIE FUNERAL HOME TEULON (204) 467-2525 mackhome@mts.net

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 04, 2013

Condolences & Memories (4 entries)

  • Missing you every day. What a saviour you were, with your humor and your trust. How I wish we could chat and laugh again. xo - Posted by: Mandalyn Robinson (Daughter) on: Jul 07, 2019

  • Irene & family: Sorry to hear of your loss. I lost my husband in May, 2012 after 53 yrs., so I understand. David & I grew up across the road from each other. I spent a lot of time at his house. I loved his Mom. She had no girls, so liked to have me around.I lost track of Dave after he left home. When we were kids in the small community of Parkdale, in the one-room school, we were like "family", with happy times & squabbles. I remember David as a lovable but feisty fellow and cute. May God bless you and help you through this difficult time. Jeanie. - Posted by: Jeanie (Rafuse) Macleod (2nd cousin) on: Aug 05, 2013

  • Dave and I worked together at Interlake Potato farms many years ago and I enjoyed his company very much. A great guy full of great stories and knowledge. R.I.P. "Coaster" My condolences to Irene and family... - Posted by: Paul Lacroix (friend and co-worker) on: Jul 07, 2013

  • So sorry to hear about Dave's passing. I remember all the times we would get together when the kids were small and how he would spoil them rotten. They used to always ask if we were going to Grandma Irene's and Grandpa Dave's and cry if we said no not today. Even though we haven't seen you guys for so long we still love you and hold a special place in our hearts. Our prayers go out to you Irene and family. - Posted by: Lori Philion (Friend) on: Jul 06, 2013

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