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MICHAEL CHANAS (MIKE)
Date of Passing: Oct 02, 2019
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MICHAEL CHANAS
Mike worked for 30 plus years with Gerdau Ameristeel MB (formerly Manitoba Rolling Mills) and intermittently with Manitoba Hydro.
The greatest gift a man can give his children is to love their mother, and that he did for 57 years. Dad's first thought when anything was happening was about mom, always making sure she was well taken care of.
During their years together they enjoyed travelling the world and later shared that love of travel with their nephew Paul and niece Carolyn, and then the twins.
Predeceased by his parents, Dymetro and Caroline Chanas; sister Kathy Mundt; brother John; and nephew Paul Chanas Jr.
Besides his loving wife Sharon, he leaves to treasure his memory and live life by his example are his children, Van (Shannon), Tanya (Ken); grandson Bryce; pet Kipper; brother Paul; nephew Paul Mundt (Laurie); nieces, Carolyn Cox, Shauna Chanas, Donna Chanas and Karen Walker.
Dad always took an interest in whatever his kids and his grandson were doing. Hours and hours spent in the car driving to lessons, games and performances. When his grandson Bryce played hockey, Pa was always there, driving him to practice, coming to games and out of town tournaments. One of his proudest moments was Bryce's first shut-out and also getting a matching Mustangs hockey jacket to match Bryce's.
The family is forever grateful to Dr. Sharma, nurse Lorie and the staff of 3 North at Grace Hospital. The care and guidance they provided to Mike and his family was exceptional.
Please join us at a Celebration of Life service to be held at 1:00 p.m. on October 9, 2019 at Gilbart Funeral Home, 309 Eveline Street, Selkirk, MB.
In lieu of flowers, donations, if you so wish, can be made to your favourite charity.
Condolences may be left on his tribute wall at www.gilbartfuneralhome.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 05, 2019
Condolences & Memories (3 entries)
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Sharon, our friend, we are so very sorry to hear of your beloved Mike's passing. We met him only a few times but really understood his kindness and deepest love for you. We always thought Mike was like your dad, a great compliment to both special men. Hold your children close and support each other with love. With our love and prayers, Dale & Joan - Posted by: Dale & Joan Stewart (Childhood friends) on: Oct 09, 2019
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Tanya I was so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and best wishes are with you at this difficult time. Thinking of you, Bob - Posted by: Robert Bilan (Friend) on: Oct 06, 2019
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Condolences to Sharon and family on Mike's passing. I worked with Mike in the 60s with Manitoba Hydro. He was a good person, we shared lots of laughs together. - Posted by: John Gislason (former co- worker, friend) on: Oct 05, 2019