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CURTIS BRUCE CYR
Born: Aug 10, 1961
Date of Passing: Jan 03, 2021
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CURTIS BRUCE CYR
WFD Captain
Reg #1376
August 10, 1961 - January 3, 2021
The light in our lives and the rock of our family. You were the glue that held it all together.
Fearless captain who led with a quiet and compassionate spirit. You were a humble, soft-spoken man with the biggest heart. You were deeply respected by all you encountered. To put you in words doesn't seem right and we know that we can never describe the kind of husband, father, son, brother, uncle, cousin, firefighter, and friend you were.
But with shattered hearts, we will try.
If you knew a sliver of Curtis Cyr, you knew the whole picture. Not because there wasn't much to know, but because you always got the same man. Consistent, calm, and caring. Genuine, honest, and kind.
Curtis and his two brothers, Brent and Craig, grew up in Selkirk, Manitoba and were a force to be reckoned with on the ice. With two loving parents, Keith and Eileen, Curtis was ready at the tender age of 16 to meet his high school sweetheart and forever love, Tish (Patricia).
Joining their lives together at such a young age, Curtis quickly became a son to Tish's parents, Elsie and Peter Shaw. The carpentry skills that Curtis used to eventually build his family home were honed under the guidance and the bond shared with Peter.
Curtis and Tish's love would only continue to grow over the years as they brought their beloved children, Aaron and Megan, into this world. Both kids gave them the opportunity to travel and support them in their sports and endeavours. Although never boisterous, Curt was so proud and you could always tell by the soft smile on his face. He was also becoming quite proud of their recent four-legged child, Baz.
Curtis worked hard and overcame huge obstacles to get onto the Winnipeg Fire Department in 1989. Starting his 32nd and final year before retirement, he was excited to spend it with 16 Station 3 Platoon. He deeply loved his job and those he worked with. An added bonus for Curtis were the moments he spent on the ice with teammates from the Winnipeg Fire Department.
Curtis cracked the wittiest one-liners, and he could reel you in for a story when the time was just right. He was unmatched on every level. From cooking to carpentry. From the hardest snapshot to the softest soul. He was everything good in this world. He gave more of himself in his short 59 years than most people would give in a thousand lifetimes.
Whether at home or at the fire station, Curt was who you wanted in your corner. But you never had to worry because it was a guarantee he would be. That is what hurts the most. We wanted you in our corner for the next 30 years. We wanted to keep learning from you, growing with you, and making memories.
We just wanted more of you. Perhaps, we always will.
With weeping hearts and broken spirits, we will search for you any way we can, knowing that it will never come close to the love we felt when we got to be in your presence. Thank you for loving us all so well.
We will be honouring Curtis with a memorial service when we can be together and celebrate the man who inspired so many.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Curtis's honour to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Manitoba.
Thank you to the Selkirk Hospital, EMS and RCMP who assisted our family during this difficult time.
"The true meaning of life is to plant trees under whose shade you do not expect to sit."
- Nelson Henderson
Condolences may be left on his tribute wall at www.gilbartfuneralhome.com
Gilbart Funeral Home, Selkirk
in care of arrangements.
Publish Date: Jan 9, 2021
CURTIS BRUCE CYR
Full obituary to follow in Saturday's edition.
Condolences may be left on his tribute wall at www.gilbartfuneralhome.com
Gilbart Funeral Home, Selkirk
in care of arrangements.
Publish Date: Jan 6, 2021
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 06, 2021, Jan 09, 2021
Condolences & Memories (14 entries)
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Patricia and family, sending our very heartfelt condolences. Offering our thoughts and prayers for you all. - Posted by: Bob and Michele Want (cousin) on: Jan 12, 2021
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Pat, Aaron & Megan.... words cannot describe the loss of a husband and father. We are thinking of you all at this time. Ken and I have great memories of our "hockey family" from years past. Definitely the Cyr family was a large contributor to the fun events at St Andrews. Sincerely sorry for your loss. - Posted by: Ken & Debbie Stastook (friends) on: Jan 10, 2021
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Patricia Aaron & Megan sorry to hear of Curtis passing, condolences to your family along with Elsie, Karen and family with loss of son in law and brother in law. Barbara (Ciszewski) & Greg Halabut - Posted by: Barbara Halabut (Relative ) on: Jan 10, 2021
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Patricia & Family May care and love of those around you provide comfort and peace to get you through the days ahead. My heartfelt condolences. - Posted by: Debbie Ulasy (Friend ) on: Jan 09, 2021
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We were shocked and saddened to hear of Curt's passing. He was always such an easy going humble man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Pat, Aaron and Megan. May the beautiful memories that you have help ease the pain you are going through right now. Our deepest condolences. - Posted by: Val and Randy Hutch (Friend) on: Jan 09, 2021
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I am very sorry to hear of Curtis’s passing at such a young age. My deepest sympathies. - Posted by: Terry McCarthy (cousin ) on: Jan 09, 2021
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Our deepest sympathies for your loss. - Posted by: Tina smillie (Friend) on: Jan 09, 2021
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The first day I met Curt was when I walked into the training tower as We started our career with the WFD. We became friends immediately and every day of training it seems we always had at least one good laugh together. We graduated our rookie training and we’re posted together at 1stn on 2platoon. My admiration of Curt grew as we learned to be firefighters together. My first fire I fought was beside Curt. When I began my Union Career Curt was a constant supporter and every time we ran into each other he would give me encouragement in his own way and usually through his wit and humour that I could always depend on no matter what issue we were discussing. I am still in shock for the loss of my friend and brother and I can not imagine the scope of pain and loss Patricia and their Family are feeling. If there was one thing I wish I could have said to Curt before he died was thank you for giving me the honour of being your friend. - Posted by: Alex Forrest (Friend, brother) on: Jan 09, 2021
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The first day I met Curt was when I walked into the training tower as We started our career with the WFD. We became friends immediately and every day of training it seems we always had at least one good laugh together. We graduated our rookie training and we’re posted together at 1stn on 2platoon. My admiration of Curt grew as we learned to be firefighters together. My first fire I fought was beside Curt. When I began my Union Career Curt was a constant supporter and every time we ran into each other he would give me encouragement in his own way and usually through his wit and humour that I could always depend on no matter what issue we were discussing. I am still in shock for the loss of my friend and brother and I can not imagine the scope of pain and loss Patricia and their Family are feeling. If there was one thing I wish I could have said to Curt before he died was thank you for giving me the honour of being your friend. - Posted by: Alex Forrest (Friend, brother) on: Jan 09, 2021
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We had the pleasure of meeting Curtis and Tish a number of years ago through our great friends Parker and Brenda Sutherland. As we go through life we all meet many people, there are a few you come upon that provide instant feedback of there integrity and love for the people around them. Curtis (Tish) exemplified that quality for us, we are very sad to hear of Curtis’s passing and would like to extend our sincere heartfelt condolences to Tish, Aaron, Megan and his entire circle of family and friends. - Posted by: Dan & Kelly Sutherland (Friends) on: Jan 09, 2021
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My sincere condolences on the loss of your husband Curtis, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. - Posted by: Donna David (Friend) on: Jan 09, 2021
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Patricia & family. We sorry to learn of Curtis’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. - Posted by: Orville & Joyce Spakowski (Friends) on: Jan 08, 2021
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Patricia and family, we are so sorry to hear of Cutis’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. - Posted by: Ross Shaw & Shelley Shaw (Cousin) on: Jan 07, 2021
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Patricia & family, I'm so sorry to hear of Curtis's passing. Please let me know if there is anything at all I can do. He was a great man and I know you loved him very much. Hugs to the kids and your mom. Love Brenda - Posted by: Brenda D Wood (Cousin) on: Jan 06, 2021