- The Carillon Passages
- All Titles
Search:
Notices are posted by 10 am Monday through Saturday
GERRY (GERMAIN) TROTTIER (GERMAIN)
Born: Nov 29, 1948
Date of Passing: May 08, 2020
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or Memory
GERRY (GERMAIN) TROTTIER
November 29, 1948 – May 8, 2020
Gerry was predeceased by his mother Venice Beaudin; father Robert Trottier; stepmother Anne-Marie Trottier; brother Ron Trottier; nephew Craig Trottier; good friend Telly Mercury and father-in-law Frank Shiffman. Gerry was a dynamic man with many friendships including many aunts, uncles, cousins and business associates. Once friends with Gerry, you were friends for life. He truly enjoyed reuniting recently with some of his cousins and childhood friend, Len.
Gerry worked hard his entire life and never settled for staying idle. He retired at the age of 49 from his position of Manager of Finance and Administration for Winnipeg Transit and after 25 years with the city of Winnipeg. At this time, he continued to pursue his true passion of building homes with his company Southwynn Homes Ltd. which he founded in 1984. He was also passionate about a new business he had just purchased and was getting off the ground. Gerry could light up a room with his genuine smile, crazy handsome good looks, quick wit, infectious laugh and captivating personality. If you were lucky enough to know him, you knew he started work in the early hours of the morning and stopped late into the night. Gerry took genuine interest in everyone he met and was quick to help anyone who needed it. When Gerry took pause in his busy schedule, he and Lesli enjoyed many adventures travelling together and with "The Gang." They also loved spending summers at their cabin at Leaside beach, and the amazing memories made there. He prioritized his family and loved spending as much time with his grandchildren as he could, being their biggest cheerleader at all of their respective sports and made sure to always have the loudest whistle so they knew he was there. He loved having them visit at the lake and their sleepovers.
Gerry lived life right and to the fullest and taught us all so many important lessons, the biggest of which being to always see the good in people no matter what the circumstance; to work hard and with integrity; to make mistakes but learn from them; and to grow and to be kind, always.
The family wishes to extend their heartfelt thanks to Sarah and the three nurses who found him and tried to help as well as to the members of the WFPS and the WPS. We would also like to extend our gratitude to Dr. Shawarski-Krawchenko and the entire resus team at St. Boniface Hospital Emergency room for their tireless efforts and for being with him in his final moments.
Cremation has already taken place. To properly honour Gerry, a Celebration of Life will take place when we can all get together and do it right.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Canadian Blood Services Winnipeg Center, MB Heart and Stroke Foundation, Cancer Care MB, Main Street Project or any cause meaningful to you.
For those who wish to sign the online Guest
Book please visit www.chapellawn.ca
Chapel Lawn Funeral Home
204-885-9715
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 16, 2020
Condolences & Memories (11 entries)
-
Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family members through these trying times . Gerry was a good friend and we had fun fishing at Pine Falls as young Fathers and fun building there very first home on Hazelwood Ave. in St. Vital. He will truly be missed . - Posted by: Andy & Evelyn Tousignant (Friends and Colleague ) on: May 22, 2020
-
Gerry was always full of life and I enjoyed seeing him at the MHBA outings and our day to day dealings. RIP - Posted by: Curtis Chubey (Business) on: May 20, 2020
-
I had the pleasure of working with Gerry at Winnipeg Transit for several years until his retirement; and then collaborating on the construction of my house. Gerry always had great life perspective. I am sorry for your loss, Lesli. - Posted by: Paul Olafson (Colleague/customer/friend) on: May 19, 2020
-
Always enjoyed seeing Gerry at the store, around town or Jets games. He was always so personable. He will be missed! - Posted by: Brett Robinson from Robinson Lighting (Work/Friend) on: May 19, 2020
-
Heartfelt condolences to our fellow MHBA member from all of us at Macanta Design Build. - Posted by: Cory Kloos (Colleague) on: May 19, 2020
-
Monique and Michelle - I am so sorry to hear about your Dad’s sudden passing. My thoughts are with you both and your mom Pat. - Posted by: Lise Raiche ((Pat’s cousin)) on: May 18, 2020
-
We were saddened and grieved to hear about Gerry. He was the best! Very personable and interested in people. Even though I didn’t know him very well he took a genuine interest in my gall bladder surgery and recovery. We are so sorry. Please accept our deepest condolences. May God comfort you among the other mourners of Zion(Jerusalem). - Posted by: Donna Vendramelli (Fruend) on: May 17, 2020
-
Gerry - we are going to miss you! You were such a spirited person and never failed in having something interesting to talk about. Your bubbly personality was contagious and you always lit up a room. Thank you for your contributions to our housing industry, your big smile and your positive attitude! On behalf of the staff of New Home Warranty Program of MB, condolences to Gerry’s family and friends. - Posted by: Lori Crandell (Colleague) on: May 17, 2020
-
We were always impressed with Jerry's integrity and passion for design. Our sincere condolences to Lesli. Soar with the angels Jerry. - Posted by: Harv Rosenbaum & Patricia Simcoe-Rosenbaum (Former clients) on: May 16, 2020
-
Condolences From all of us here at Del’s exteriors - Posted by: Paulo Valentim (Colleague / friend / ) on: May 16, 2020
-
Condolences from all of us at Maric Homes. - Posted by: Steve Maric (Colleague) on: May 16, 2020
