GARRY (KEN) KENNETH PARENTEAU OGEMAKEESHIK
Garry Kenneth Parenteau walked into the loving arms of his Saviour Jesus on Tuesday, October 9, 2012 after a courageous battle with cancer. Left to mourn Ken's passing are his children Michael (Lorraine), Jessica, Nicole (Dion); their mother Debra Henry; grandchildren Tamiya, Jayden, Keegan, Ava, Gavin, Leeann, Michelle, Cole; his loving partner Merle Fontaine; her children Crissy (Nathan), Erin (Dan), Dustin (Ali), Lindsay and grandchildren; brothers Dennis, Wayne, Brian; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, relatives, friends and colleagues. He was predeceased by his parents Joseph and Melanie Parenteau; and sister Maryanne. Ken was born in Winnipegosis, speaking only Saulteaux, moving to Winnipeg as a child. He spent many years living in Winnipeg where he was actively involved in the Winnipeg Indian Alliance Church, later becoming a Pastor continuing on for several years at the Calgary Indian Alliance Church. He was also an Interim Director for the Indian Alliance Churches of Canada eventually ending his career as a Mental Health worker. Ken had a profound impact as a Mental Health Counsellor for various organizations settling into his position for many years as a Wellness Counsellor at the Ginew Wellness Centre. His warm, funny, non-judgemental values touched the hearts of all who knew him. A dedicated father, loving partner, devoted grandfather will allow his legacy to live on in others forever. Ken's hobbies included carpentry, cooking, billiards, hockey and winning at all card games. Wake Service will be held on Monday, October 15, 2012 at 6:00 p.m. in the First Nations Community Church, 44 Tentler Street, Winnipeg, MB. Ken's Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, October 16, 2012 at 10:30 a.m. in the Church. Committal Service will follow on Wednesday, October 17, 2012 at 10:30 a.m. in Duck Bay Cemetery, Duck Bay, MB. We would like to thank CancerCare Manitoba and the staff of Pine Falls Health Complex for the tremenidous care of our father and partner during his illness. Wojcik's Funeral Chapel n care of arrangements. Ken passed away on his son Michael's birthday as he states: On the 9th of October you brought me into this world and I am happy to share my day of birth with your rebirth into the next life. We will love you eternally.
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