Norbert Van Deynze

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Norbert Van Deynze, at the age of 73 years old.

Norbert is survived by his wife of 52 years, Susan (née Steuart) Van Deynze. His children; Jennifer (Roger), Jason (Melissa), Jaclyn, and Jody (Paul), his grandchildren; Reiden, Tristen, Gavin, Stevie, Jack, Hailey, Madison, Nathan, Ray, Mathieu, Austin, Katelyn and Dominic. His brothers; Gerard (Evelyn), Roland (Estelle) and his sisters; Doreen, Denise and Karen. As well as numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews, along with many lifelong friends.

He was predeceased by his mother and father; Emile and Alice (née Devos) Van Deynze, his mother and father in-law; Warren and Jean (née Webb) Steuart, his brother in-law; Etienne Grenier, his sister in-law; Wendy Howlett, nephews; Reynold Grenier and Kirby Howlett, and great niece; Sarah Foidart. His good friends; Léo Pittet, Henry Ketsman and Bert Duspasquier.

Dad was the second youngest of six children. He was proud to say, he only lived on one yard, the homestead, other than when he moved to Winnipeg to attend University of Manitoba to get his Diploma in Agriculture. While in Winnipeg, he met the love of his life, Susan. Together they had four children and for most of Dad’s life, he farmed with his two brothers.

In Dad’s early years, he loved to curl and ski. He enjoyed yearly fishing trips with friends and hunting every fall. Dad contributed to the community whenever possible. Being part of the Lions Club, Knights of Columbus, and Somerset Curling Club. As well as a Manitoba Pool delegate. Dad also served as a school trustee, and was an integral part of getting the elementary school in Somerset.

Dad had a love for his family and he fought relentlessly these last six years to stay with us. Despite his unwavering courage and determination, and after fighting his illness with everything he had, like others before him, he passed away peacefully. Dad will be fondly remembered for being a loving husband, father, father in-law, brother, grandpa, uncle and friend.  His greatest love was watching his grandchildren play sports.

Funeral arrangements are pending.

In lieu of flowers, memorial trees can be planted in Norbert’s honour.

Adam’s Funeral Home of Notre Dame de Lourdes, Manitoba in care of arrangements. Phone 204-248-2201. To view the service details and leave condolences, please visit www.afh.ca