ELIE
JOSEPH PIERRE MORRISSETTE
September
9, 1935 – July 11, 2013
It
is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our Father, Elie Morrissette,
age 77 years, on July 11, 2013 at the Health Sciences Centre with his family by
his side.
He
will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered by daughters Rosemary, husband
David Rozyk; Michele Morrissette and Carmele Agius, fiancé Horst Habeck.
He
will also be sadly missed by his grandchildren Mandy Rozyk, Terra Morrissette
(Shelby Payne); Jodi Pauls (Sean Pauls), Chantel and Riley Agius;
great-grandchildren Joey and Emily Morrissette and Andrew Pauls.
Dad
is survived by his sister Marie Kowalski and her husband Stan; as well as
numerous family members, special friends and of course his beloved cat Katie.
Dad
was predeceased by our Mother Delores (2007), whom he missed dearly every day
after her passing. He was also predeceased by his Brother Emile (2004), Father
Leon (1998), Mother Lea (1997) and infant Brother Joseph (1929).
Dad
was born on September 9, 1935 in Winnipeg where he lived most of his life. He
married our Mom Delores Whitesell on July 3, 1954. Together, they loved to
travel in their mobile home and enjoyed all the sites to see. Their claim to
fame was that they travelled most of Canada and at least 30 States in the U.S.
They also travelled to other destinations like Cuba and Hawaii.
It
was nothing for Mom and Dad to pack up and leave for a trip in a moment’s
notice. This never faded as Dad continued to travel to British Columbia every
year after Mom’s passing. Incredibly, Dad had the ability to recall the
directions to every destination that he ever visited. He always had the right
streets, roads, highways and interstates at the ready.
Dad
was a talented self-taught musician, playing harmonica and guitar. Music was a
huge part of our lives growing up with him. He shared his musical talents by
volunteering at different Nursing Homes and playing old-time music for the
residents. He was a very giving person, also volunteering at Siloam Mission and
helping many others along his life’s way. One always knew that help was just a
phone call away.
Dad
was very proud of his Metis heritage and was honoured
to serve as an Elder on the St. Norbert Parish La Barriere Metis Council. He
was also a very avid reader and enjoyed reading about Canadian history and
different countries around the world.
Dad
was a great jokester and everyone always had to be on their toes around him. We
will truly miss his jokes, pranks, stories and laughter.
The
family would like to thank Dr. Raubenheimer and Dr. Unruh for Dad’s care during
his short battle with cancer. In keeping with Dad’s wishes, no formal funeral
service will be held. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his memory
to D’Arcy’s A.R.C. (Animal Rescue Centre) at 730B Century Street, Winnipeg,
Manitoba, R3H 0M1.
Dad,
we are grateful to have shared our lives with you and thank you for everything
you have taught us. We will miss you terribly and treasure your memory always.
May you be at peace and reunited with Mom to travel wherever your souls desire.
Wojcik’s
FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM
2157 PORTAGE AVENUE
204 – 897 - 4665
www.wojciksfuneralchapel.com
