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JOSEPH GEORGE GAREAU
Born: Feb 10, 1941
Date of Passing: Jun 21, 2024
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryJOSEPH GEORGE GAREAU
Joseph George Gareau, affectionately known as "Wabiskha" during his youth and "Papa George" later in life, was born on February 10, 1941, in Eriksdale, Manitoba. He was baptized on May 5, 1941, in St. Laurent, Manitoba. George passed away peacefully on June 21, 2024 with family by his side, at the Actionmarguerite Centre in St. Vital, Winnipeg, Manitoba.
George is survived by Lorraine Gareau, the love of his life and devoted wife of 58 years. He is also survived by his elder siblings, Aline Buors and Edward Gareau; his sons, Leonard (Tanya) and Brian (Nicole) Gareau; and his cherished grandchildren, Lillian and Joseph Gareau.
George was predeceased by his parents, Laurier and Aline Gareau; his elder siblings, Arthur Gareau and Cecil Devlin; and his younger sibling, Wilfred Gareau.
A Celebration of Life is scheduled for July 10, 2024 at the TC Energy Centre, on 1 Rivard Street in Ile des Chênes, Manitoba. Doors will open at 6:00 p.m. Refreshments and sandwiches will be served. The interment of the ashes at the columbarium in the Ile Des Chenes cemetery will be held separately. For those who wish to formally speak or perform at the Celebration of Life, please contact Brian Gareau; gareaub@mts.net
The family thanks the staff at Actionmaguerite for their excellent care of Dad and the compassion they displayed.
In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made to the Actionmarguerite Foundation.
George's love of family, friends and music will be remembered and cherished by all who knew him.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jun 29, 2024, Jun 29, 2024
Condolences & Memories (5 entries)
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George was a very kind soul who shared his love of music with everyone he knew. He will be deeply missed by everyone who loved him. - Posted by: GAIL BLANCHETTE (cousin) on: Jul 04, 2024
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Dear Lorraine and families, please accept our prayers and deepest sympathies. It is not easy to say goodbye to someone that has been so important to all of us, but with faith in our lord s promises, we know our love ones are all taken care of in their new home. May you all find courage, to continue our challenging life and enjoy all the memories our departed love one has left behind for us to share. Remember his body has fallen asleep but his spirit lives forever with all of us. Ray and Monique Mayner - Posted by: Monique and Ray Mayner (Friends ) on: Jun 30, 2024
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Our deepest sympathy to you Lorraine & Families. May God give you the strength to go on, our prayers are with you at this time of grief. - Posted by: Helene Bert Bonneteau (Friend ) on: Jun 29, 2024
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Lorraine, Leonard and Brian and families, sincere condolences to all of you. We knew George as Ptie. George. He was a man of few words and his heart was filled with music that he shared and provided happiness for many. He will be missed by all. Love from Beverley Bettens, Michael and Bridget, Randy and Daphne, Jamie and Cynthia and Kevin.🎼🎸🥰🙏. - Posted by: Beverley Bettens (Cousin) on: Jun 29, 2024
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George's love for music was infectious. You couldn't be in his presence without wanting to sing. we did some of that in our time. Miss you, God bless your family and loved ones. - Posted by: Bill blanchette (first cousin) on: Jun 29, 2024