René Maurice Sirois

René Maurice Sirois passed away peacefully at St. Ann’s Home on April 11, 2015 at the age of 86. He is survived by Louise Dogniez, the love of his life for 59 years; his children; grandchildren and great-grandchildren; Marcel (deceased April 12, 2015) & Alice (Besteman) – Lisette & Kerry Nell (Caitlyn, Heidi, Brynn); André Sirois & Sarah Dick; Celeste & Rob Lyon (Jade, Liam); Denise & Bob Cousineau – Michel & Ginette (Zoé, Xavier); Daniel & Beth; Raymond & Carol (Read) – Ronald & Jenelle (Caileigh); David Sirois & Tiana Cherniawsky; Ronald & Jocelyne Chicoine Sirois – Monique, Thomas, Jacqueline, Paul; Renée & Todd Valentino – Ethan, Ryan. He is also survived by his sister Muriel Turcotte; brothers Robert (Marlene) and Donald; brothers-in-law Maurice Dogniez (Evelyn) & Albert Dogniez (Bernice); sister-in-law Jeanne Sirois; as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. René was born on the family farm in Vonda on December 5, 1928. In 1947, René began his trade as a butcher with his uncle, in Nipawin. He practiced his trade at Sirois Shop-Rite on 11th Street until it was sold in 1971. He became a meat salesman for Empire Meats, then Intercontinental Packers until his retirement in 1994. René was a longtime member of Sts-Martyrs-Canadiens Parish and was active in many ways including bringing the Eucharist to shut-ins every week. He was also a lifetime member of the Knights of Columbus, having served as Grand Knight. René enjoyed spending time in the water at Wakaw Lake and tending to his bountiful garden. He loved music and often broke into song. Sing-songs around the piano were his favorite entertainment. Schmeer was his card game of choice, at which he usually won! He participated in many social activities and made jigsaw puzzles during his years at Columbian Manor. He was also an avid sports fan. What brought René the most joy was the company of his grandchildren. He was proud of his family. René was a gentle, compassionate man who saw goodness in everyone, and in turn, everyone was attracted to his warm, friendly nature. He was predeceased by his parents Paul-Émile and Berthe; brothers Allyre, twin boys at birth, Laurent, Roger, Richard and Denis; sister Dolores Leier; brothers-in-law Rosaire Turcotte and Joseph Leier; sisters-in-law Madeline, Ray and Lorraine Sirois; granddaughter Caileigh and great-grandson Victor. The Vigil of Prayer will take place on Thursday, April 16th at 7:00 p.m. and the Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, April 17th at 10:30 a.m. at Sts. Martyrs-Canadiens Roman Catholic Parish (1007 Windsor St). In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice. Arrangements in care of David Polzen - MOURNING GLORY FUNERAL SERVICES (306-978-5200)