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Alan John Fanset
Born: Sep 18, 1951
Date of Passing: Dec 20, 2025
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryAlan John Fanset
It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Alan John Fanset on December 20, 2025. Alan is survived by his wife of 50 years, Doreen Fanset, and his sons, Michael (Nicole) Fanset and Adam (Laura) Fanset. He will be lovingly remembered by his grandchildren, Noah, Victoria, John, Abigail, and Isabelle. Alan was predeceased by his parents, George and Marion Fanset, and his brother, Robert Fanset.
Alan grew up on a farm on Roblin Boulevard in Headingley, learning the value of hard work from a young age. He loved snowmobiling and raced throughout Canada and the United States. Alan completed a grueling international race in the late 1960s, riding the full 500 miles from Winnipeg to St. Paul, Minnesota.
Alan was well respected in the heavy construction industry. He began his career with Taillieu Construction, where he worked for 35 years. He later moved on to start his own company, Fanset Construction, with his wife and two sons.
Alan was steadfastly loyal. He did not wear his emotions on his sleeve but would do anything for the people he loved. He was happiest spending time at his cottage on Falcon Lake. He loved playing golf at Falcon and being on the dock with family and friends. In his prime, Alan was known to spend most weekends in the boat, towing enthusiastic kids on skis or the tube.
Alan was a lifelong sports fan and held season tickets for the Bombers and the Jets. He also loved watching his grandchildren play hockey.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Association.
All those wishing to join in celebrating Alan’s life are invited to attend a service on January 16, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Charleswood United Church, 4820 Roblin Blvd, Winnipeg.
Alan will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all who knew him. The dock at Falcon will not be the same without him.
Publish Date: Jan 6, 2026
ALAN JOHN FANSET
Suddenly on Saturday, December 20, 2025 Alan passed away at home.
A memorial service will take place in the new year. Memorial donations in lieu of flowers may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
A longer obituary will follow.
Publish Date: Dec 27, 2025
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 27, 2025, Jan 06, 2026
Condolences & Memories (4 entries)
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Never minced words on what he was wanting . RIP Al will miss you!! - Posted by: Marc Glenat (Business Friend) on: Jan 06, 2026
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Doreen, Michael, Adam and family I am deeply saddened for your loss. Alan and Doreen meant a great deal to me growing up and were such an important part of my childhood and I will always be grateful for those memories. Alan seemed tough on the outside, but underneath that was a kindness I'll always remember weather we were painting the cottage or cutting the grass he showed great patience for a young annoying kid. I'm grateful to have know Alan all these years and will be sure to visit him on the dock, rest easy my friend. - Posted by: Michael Roberts (Friend) on: Jan 06, 2026
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My sincere condolences to Doreen and sons, I remember Alan well from painting their house many yrs ago . He was a fine fellow , good sense of humour . Enjoyed working there very much he was one of those guys you never forget . - Posted by: Craig Aikman (casual aquaitance) on: Jan 05, 2026
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I have known Alan for more than 30 plus years when he worked for Tallieau Const. and then when he started his own Company Fanset Construction and a Harder working and more well educated person in the Industry you will not find,I worked for Alan off and on in my retirement years for about 10 years and whatever I needed to make the job easier he got for me and I know he will be missed by not only his family but by the Construction Industry in General. Rest in Peace Alan has you earned it ! - Posted by: Brian&Doreen Graham (Friend and Co- worker) on: Jan 03, 2026
