Jerry Anthony Minarz

It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of our Dad, Papa, and Brother, Jerry Minarz with his loving family and close friend by his side at the age of 74 on August 5th, 2019 at Grace Hospital. This was after a long courageous battle with Cancer. He will be lovingly remembered by sons Kevin (Kassy), Darren, grandsons Tyler (Tracy), Garett (Kristen) his sister Carol (Bob) and special friend Clare Sanheim, as well as many other relatives and friends. He is predeceased by his loving wife Nancy; parents Elizabeth and Anthony; David.

Dad was born in 1945 at Grace Hospital in Winnipeg. He was the first of 3 children in the Minarz family. He grew up in Dauphin, Manitoba where he made many friends and lasting memories. Dad moved to Winnipeg shortly after his high school graduation to pursue career opportunities where he made many friends and started a long career as a Pharmaceutical Rep. He was very well connected through all his business ties and he always knew a “guy”. Shortly after moving to Winnipeg, he met the love of his life, Nancy. They soon married and were blessed with 2 sons, Kevin and Darren. After several years he decided he wanted to give his family the “farm” experience and so they moved to a hobby farm outside of Beausejour. This presented many challenges and adjustments for the family especially his wife Nancy who was kind enough to indulge him in this endeavor. Dad made sure his boys could experience true county life and made sure dirt bikes, chickens, horses, dogs, cats and even sheep with some wheat farming was involved. After 7 years of the “funny farm” experience, Dad moved the family back to Winnipeg. Shortly after they wanted a place for their family to gather and spend quality time together so Dad and Mom purchased a cabin in Spruce Sands, north of Gimli where they made great memories with their family and friends. Dad was very supportive in his son’s hockey and was involved in coaching and managing their teams. We will always remember his sound advice on the drive home from practice or games and the chalkboard sessions that often ended in laughs. He took pride in being a very involved father and later Papa, to his 2 grandsons Tyler and Garett who he cherished. Dad loved his family and thought the world of his wife, sons and grandsons. Dad has touched many lives and his memories will be cherished by all.

We would like to thank the caring staff at Cancer Care Manitoba. In lieu of flowers, donations in Jerry’s memory may be made to Cancer Care Manitoba.

A celebration of life will be held on Friday, August 16, 2019, at 2pm at Green Acres Funeral Home and Cemetery, Hwy # 1 East at Navin Road, Winnipeg, MB