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HENRY LOUIS (BUDDY) SINCLAIR, JR.

Date of Passing: Jan 22, 2015

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HENRY LOUIS (BUDDY) SINCLAIR, JR. March 13, 1952- January 22, 2015 Peacefully, after a brief battle with a stroke, our uncle, brother, godfather, friend, and relative Buddy started his journey to the west. He is remembered by the many he teased and loved so much, especially his brother and sister Murray and Diane, his sister-in-law Katherine and his brother in law Walter. Buddy was a proud relative of many families either through blood or love and these include members of the Fleury, Sinclair, Shrupka, Mostowy, Thomas, Nickoshie, Peebles, and McCorrister families among many others. He will particularly be missed by his nieces Kathy, Laurie, Lisa, Dené, Gazheek, his nephew Niigaan (Jamie), and his great nieces Anitra, Megan, Amanda, and Sarah all of whom he cared for and constantly brought presents to. One of the proudest moments of his life was when he became a godfather to Marcy and Brandon. He will also be missed by his close friends George, Rose, Henrietta and Al. Buddy was also predeceased by his grandparents James and Catherine (who raised him), his parents Henry Sr. and Florence, and his brother Richard. Buddy was born and raised in Selkirk, where he went to school. He started work very early in life, delivering milk for Lakeland Dairies then spent most of his life working at Motorcoach Industries and Flyer. He was a proud member of Winnipeg Branch No. 1 of the Royal Canadian Legion and Winnipeg's West End community, living on Furby Street for over thirty years. He was an avid Blue Bombers fan who was always sharing his love for movies and sports. He was a cyclist, often trekking several times from Winnipeg to Selkirk throughout the summer to stay at Auntie Dianne's house. He loved spending time with family more then anything. One of Buddy's favorite things to do was to attend annual family reunions at the St. Peter's church where he would love to help with the kid's races. Everyone who met Buddy would walk away with a story and a laugh. He carried a gentle, beautiful, and generous spirit. The family would like to send thanks to the staff at the Health Sciences Centre for their care and support during the final days of Buddy's life. They would also like to give special thanks to Lorena and Jeanette who helped Jamie a great deal while he stayed with Buddy in the hospital. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Buddy's name to the Children's Hospital Foundation of Manitoba at CE501-840 Sherbrook Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3A 1S1 or at: http://goodbear.mb.ca. A traditional wake will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 24, 2015 and a traditional service and feast will be held at noon on Sunday, January 25, 2015. Both will be held at Gilbart's Funeral Home in Selkirk, 309 Eveline Street with interment at St. Peter's Churchyard to follow. All are invited to bring food that Buddy would love and memories to share. Gilbart Funeral Home, Selkirk in care of arrangements www.gilbartfuneralhome.com

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 24, 2015

Condolences & Memories (8 entries)

  • Rest in Peace, Buddy. You were one of the friendliest and most gentle people I've ever known in my life, you felt like part of the family to me since I was a very small child. I'm glad to have known you as the kind, friendly and gentle soul that you were. You were a man who loved to have fun, love to laugh and make others laugh. You're an inspirational person and I will do my part to be a kind and gentle friend to others as you were with me and my family. Thank you for everything, Buddy! I'll miss you. - Posted by: Eric Charbonneau (Friend) on: May 02, 2015

  • I never stop thinking of all the friends I grew up with in Selkirk. They were the best years of my life. The Sinclairs, Shrupkas, and Mostowys. The last time I saw you was when I went to say good-bye to Myles. Rest In Peace Buddy. Vince Gill said best in a song.."Go Rest High on That Mountain, son your job on Earth is done." - Posted by: Darcy (long time family friend) on: Feb 10, 2015

  • Henry it was a pleasure working with you for 35 yrs. You always had good things to talk about. Rest in peace dear buddy Henry until we meet again. - Posted by: Adelino Dasilva (mci friend ) on: Jan 26, 2015

  • You were a surrogate grandpa to my boys Taylor n kaylon. And a very good friend to me you will be missed henry....especially when we walk by n when the boys call up to you.....am gonna miss our sports selects n the drinks n chips you always bought to us.....esp the paper bye my friend - Posted by: arlene murdock, Taylor and kaylon valiquette (friends) on: Jan 25, 2015

  • Rest in Peace dear Buddy....you were a wonderful caring person and I will miss you immensely as will my children miss their Uncle. Loved you lots "Buddy". - Posted by: Sharon Sinclair (Cousin) on: Jan 25, 2015

  • Rest in Peace dear Buddy....you were a wonderful caring person and I will miss you immensely as will my children miss their Uncle. Loved you lots "Buddy". - Posted by: Sharon Sinclair (Cousin) on: Jan 25, 2015

  • Rest in Peace dear Buddy....you were a wonderful caring person and I will miss you immensely as will my children miss their Uncle. Loved you lots "Buddy". - Posted by: Sharon Sinclair (Cousin) on: Jan 25, 2015

  • To the Sinclair Family, Sorry to hear of buddy's passing, I remember the days me and my family spent our summer in Selkirk, mb. I remember Murray and buddy playing around they were good boys.May God bless all of you. - Posted by: chester fleury (friend) on: Jan 25, 2015

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