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LAWRENCE A. PEART
Born: Oct 18, 1968
Date of Passing: Aug 02, 2016
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryLAWRENCE A. PEART It is with deep sadness that we announce that Lawrence A. Peart, p/k/a DJ Fresh, a/k/a Devante, passed away suddenly on August 2, 2016. DJ Fresh was born on October 18, 1968 in England to Jamaican parents and grew up in Winnipeg, before moving to Calgary and Regina. He found his passion for deejaying at age 14 and built a reputation as one of the best deejays in Canada, playing for thousands and promoting shows for artists like Sean Paul, Lil Wayne, and Akon. Known as the "ProFreshional", he was voted Best DJ in the Best of Regina 2014 and 2015. His skills earned him the respect of many in the music industry, but his generous heart earned him the love of family and thousands of friends. Lawrence leaves behind his parents Monica Blair and Victor Peart; his sister Dionne Peart; his children Kiana, Brooklynn, Kyrese, Kiera, and Jaela; his Aunt Josephine, cousins, and many lifelong friends. There is a public viewing from 8:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on August 12 at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home, 4000 Portage Ave., Winnipeg, MB. The service will be held on Saturday, August 13, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. at Chapel Lawn, with an interment to follow. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to the DJ Fresh Memorial Fund at https://www.gofundme.com/DJFresh #handsallthewayup, #respecttheDJ, #RemixAllStars, #wedontstress For those who wish to sign the online Guest Book please visit our website. Chapel Lawn www.chapellawn.ca 204-885-9715
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Aug 10, 2016
Condolences & Memories (9 entries)
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I remember our first phone call... it was me asking to be put on to the open for a hip hop concert in Saskatoon and that is where it began.. 4 1/2 years of working with him... him as my roommate... in Saskatoon... me as his in Regina... really helping to raise the bar... we parted ways only because of life changes... but always kept in touch to appreciate each others successes... I got the call an hour after his passing... and that was hard...above all else he had his heart in the right place for helping artists raise the bar... and challenge ourselves to become better at what we did. Thousands of photos, fans and lots of great memories are what he left for me to always keep close and for that I'm grateful!! RIP - Posted by: Garland aka Spyder G (colleague) on: Aug 14, 2016
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Devante, or as we all know him affectionately, DJ Fresh. He was not just one of the best all time DJs, or incredible promoter and performer, he was also our dear friend. Over the last 16 years we here at Gabbo's have shared many good times and we got to know each other very well. I can proudly say Devante was not just my business associate he was also my dear friend. He and I shared many laughs and had great times always, we even shed a few tears crying on each others shoulders. I will miss him terribly, we all will. He was loved and admired, and for good reason. I'm sure he's up there know putting Heaven in a dancing groove. Rest in peace my friend, I will think of you often. Deepest regards Roberto Giannini - Posted by: Roberto Giannini (Friend and Buisness associate ) on: Aug 13, 2016
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As a colleague of Miss Dionne Hayes, we express our sincerest condolences to the Peart family for your loss. We pray the darkness of your sorrow be filled with the light of joy from the memories of times past. James and DC Department of Public Works Team members - Posted by: James A. Jackson, Jr. (CO-Worker of sister (Dionne Hayes)) on: Aug 12, 2016
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I lost contact with Lawerance when I moved to BC. We dated when he was starting out as a D J.. He always had so much talent and truly loved what he did even back then.. He will be missed by all. I only wished that I could have got in contact with him sooner. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.. Brenda. - Posted by: Brenda Parish (short) (Old friend from Winnipeg) on: Aug 11, 2016
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I am so sorry to hear of Lawrence's passing. He was a good friend many years ago when I attended Valley Gardens JH. Always so funny & friendly....a real nice guy. My thoughts are with his family xx - Posted by: Samantha H (Friend - Valley Gardens) on: Aug 11, 2016
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Lawrence was always an entertainer, bringing joy to all those he met. You will be sadly missed my friend. May your memories live on and inspire others. - Posted by: Michelle Jacobson-Haigh (School friends) on: Aug 11, 2016
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I had the extreme honor of attending KE with him. He was truly a kind soul and would stop in the halls and sit and talk to anyone and everyone. On many occasions we'd discuss life and our paths that lay before us. He was my shoulder to lean on several times and I will always cherish our talks. I am honored to have had him in my life during one of my most challenging times. This world has lost a great person. - Posted by: Tannis (School friend) on: Aug 11, 2016
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I was Lawrence's basketball coach at Valley Gardens, back in the day, as they say. I was blessed to have coached him. He was quite the athlete. He lived a life to short. My condolences to his family. - Posted by: Mervin S. (Former Coach) on: Aug 10, 2016
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Lawrence and I grew up together back in the KE/Valley Gardens days. He was a great friend; we went to school together, we played ball together, we partied together, he DJ'd at my wedding social... As the years passed, we all went our separate ways but the memories we shared growing up in EK will always remain... Yeah Boooy! We will forever miss you DJ Fresh, may you rest in eternal peace. On behalf of the Fletcher family, please accept our deepest sympathy and condolences... - Posted by: Steve F (Friend) on: Aug 10, 2016
