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ALLAN DOUGLAS POAPST
Date of Passing: Dec 13, 2019
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryALLAN DOUGLAS POAPST
Our family is saddened to announce the passing of our beloved father, son, brother, nephew, cousin, and friend, Allan Douglas Poapst, on December 13, 2019. Allan died in an accident while serving his beloved RCMP, a bold career change he made later in life.
Anyone who knows Allan and his challenges to authority as a child and young adult laughed a little at his choice of new career, but as is his way, he jumped in the deep end as boldly as possible, embracing his decision with every ounce of energy he had. He was intensely proud of serving, and was always happy with his career choice. His entire 13 year career was spent serving in his home province of Manitoba; his recent years in the Court Liaison Unit also took him to other parts of the country he had never seen before.
Allan leaves behind three amazing daughters, Krystal, Chelsie, and Caitlyn. He loved them deeply, even when Krystal gave him "the look" or the twins, Chelsie and Caitlyn, concocted some mischief together. They played board games, took road trips to visit family in Calgary (they look great in Western gear), and generally inherited Allan's enthusiasm for family, fun and games.
His enthusiasm for his hometown of Winnipeg caused him to jump in his truck days after his beloved Blue Bombers won the Western Final, and he achieved a dream of watching his Bombers win the Grey Cup live in person. In a story that will shock no one who knew him, he managed to talk his way into the team celebration and drink straight from the Grey Cup itself.
Our family will never be the same - we are missing the enthusiastic group picture taker, the handyman who has every tool that has ever existed inside his van, and the biggest hometown sports fan we all knew. He jumped to help in every situation with boundless enthusiasm.
In addition to his daughters, Allan is survived by his father Douglas, mother Patricia, brother Gregory, and a large extended family who loved him dearly.
He is predeceased by his loving sister, Lori. From now until the end of our days, we know the two of them are together, walking, laughing, and teasing each other. Brother, watch over her as well as you watched over us all your life.
There will be a Regimental Service for the public this Friday, December 20, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. It will be held at the Bell MTS Place, courtesy of True North Sports and Entertainment.
In lieu of flowers, we kindly ask that donations be made for two things he cared about - his daughters and his fellow officers.
For the Slain Peace Officers' Fund; please make cheques payable to: D Division Slain Peace Officer Fund, 1091 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R3C 3K2.
For his daughters, please
consider a donation for their education:
https://ca.gofundme.com/f/in-memory-of-allan-poapst
THOMSON "IN THE PARK"
204-925-1120
Condolences may be sent to
www.thomsoninthepark.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 18, 2019
Condolences & Memories (17 entries)
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Thank you for your service. Sincerest condolences to family and brothers and sister in blue. RIP Thank you for your sacrifice. - Posted by: Maddison Szumlak (Citizen) on: Dec 26, 2019
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I knew Allan from his 'former life' as a locksmith and owner of Cash Security and did business with him several times, always satisfied. I offer his three daughters and his parents my sincere condolences on their loss. - Posted by: Gord Richardson (Former customer) on: Dec 21, 2019
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Our deepest sympathy to the family, Alan's friend's co-workers and all the police officers who serve to protect us. Thank You so much for your service and God Bless All of You. May the memories of Alan help you through this very difficult time. Hugs and kisses to all!!!! - Posted by: Laurel Anderson (citizen of interlake) on: Dec 20, 2019
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My sympathy to Pat and all your family and to Allan's daughters. May you find strength in comfort in your loss that he will be watching and still with us to serve and to protect! - Posted by: Norbert Collette (friend ) on: Dec 19, 2019
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So sorry for your loss. - Posted by: Lynn Lessard (Citizen) on: Dec 19, 2019
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With deepest sympathies to family, RCMP family. We are saddened by his loss. - Posted by: Fran (Friend ) on: Dec 19, 2019
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What a character! I have spent the last days regaling the hours of stories about "Big Al" with family and loved ones. Our friendship spanned 20 years through thick and thin and have seen him at all times in his life. The good times and the bad. Thought of him as the brother I never had. We had disagreements like brothers would but they would always be settled. But always he had a smile on his face! I am sure glad you came around in my life, Al. Love you and going to sure miss you......Darren - Posted by: Darren Ingleson (Friend) on: Dec 18, 2019
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I first met Al in the Cash Security days when he was our go-to guy for anything lock or safe related. Later I got to know him better at conferences and found him to be one of the good guys. He will clearly be missed and condolences to his fine family. We are thinking of him down in Panama, so his reach went far and wide. - Posted by: James Foster (Friend) on: Dec 18, 2019
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Thank You for your service, May you Rest in Peace - Posted by: Corinne Marceniuk-Statz (Winnipeger ) on: Dec 18, 2019
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Our province of Manitoba has lost one of the greatest police officers. R.I.P. Allan Douglas Poapst. Condolence to all the family. Heartbreaking. - Posted by: Kristine Palsson (Manitoba citizen.) on: Dec 18, 2019
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Sending our deepest condolences to Allan's daughters Krystal, Chelsie and Caitlyn. Also to his entire family, his girlfriend Joanne and his law enforcement family. Words cannot express how sorry we are for your loss. Please take some comfort knowing Allan is once again amongst loved ones including his beloved sister Lori. He changed many lives and will be missed immensely. We are proud to call him a hero and our friend. Rest In Peace Al. - Posted by: Kevin, Bev, Amber & David Cochrane (Friend ) on: Dec 18, 2019
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So sorry for your loss. From the Donnelly family. - Posted by: Kres & Brian Donnelly (Acquaintance) on: Dec 18, 2019
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Thank you for your service to my hometown. - Posted by: Danny George (Former Headingley Resident) on: Dec 18, 2019
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My sincere condolences to the family. Thank you for your service Cst Allan Poapst. RIP - Posted by: Doreen (Citizen of Winnipeg ) on: Dec 18, 2019
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Allan, you were the tie that bound our group of friends together. Our St. James Social Club lost a great friend on Friday. You will be missed by us and by many more. Rest easy. - Posted by: Chris Mead (Friend) on: Dec 18, 2019
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Pat , Doug and family Our sincere condolences on the tragic loss of your son Allan. Our hearts are so saddened by such a loss to your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you now and always. Allan has his arms wrapped around Lori and will be her guardian angel.❤️ The Berntt Family / Heritage and Lake friends - Posted by: The Berntt Family (Neighbours ) on: Dec 18, 2019
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Thank You For Your Service R.I.P. - Posted by: Russell G McRae (Stranger) on: Dec 18, 2019
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