Peacefully in his sleep, Aurele Dheilly, age 67, passed away. He was born in St. Claude, Manitoba, on December 13, 1958, and spent his early years growing up on the family farm, where he learned the values of hard work, family, and community that stayed with him throughout his life. In 1977, Aurele met the love of his life, Wendy, and they were married in 1978, sharing 47 years of love, partnership, and countless cherished memories together.
Aurele will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by his devoted wife, Wendy Dheilly; his children, Krisia (Dean), Anthony (Kaylee), and Veronica (Kevin); and his treasured grandchildren, Shelby (Braeden), Ryder, Zander, Morgen, Jaxson, Donovan, and Daniel, who brought him endless pride and joy. He is also fondly remembered by his sisters, Lorraine (Gilbert) and Michelle; his brothers, Satch, Denis (Lorette), Gerald (Diane) and Raymond (Claudine); his sisters-in-law, Debbie Bolduc (Brian), Candace Morden, Patrice Voss, Glenda Gagne (Roger), and Tammy Cote (Henri); his brother-in-law, Lloyd (Shelley); and his many nieces and nephews, all of whom held a special place in his heart.
Throughout his life, Aurele worked many jobs, including employment with Manitoba Pool, working as a farmhand on farms throughout the area, and operating heavy equipment. He formed a close and lasting friendship with Art Eberling, spending many hours together, which eventually led to time at the farm Aurele had purchased near Elm Creek. Aurele loved listening to music, dancing, laughing, playing cards, and visiting with friends and family. Above all, he cherished the time spent with his wife, children, and grandchildren.
Aurele was predeceased by his parents, Albert and Simone Dheilly; his brothers, Robert and Alain; his sister, Diane; his brother-in-law, Ted; his parents-in-law, Claude and Dorothy Morden; his sister-in-law, Verna Richard; his brothers-in-law, Maurice Richard, Glenn Morden and Alan Voss; and his son-in-law, Owen Major.
Grandpa, you will be deeply missed and forever loved.