Over 400 individuals and more than 70 RCMP and police service agency members paid their respects to the late RCMP Const. Randy Serkes at his full RCMP funeral Monday at the Beausejour Community Hall. Const. Dave Schmidt (pictured), Serkes' partner, carries the remains of the Powerview RCMP detachment member who passed away suddenly of natural causes on Sept. 29 at the age of 40. Photo by Mark T. Buss
CONSTABLE RANDAL (RANDY) SERKES RCMP
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of our dear Husband, Father, Son, Brother, Uncle and Friend, Randy on Tuesday, September 29, 2009 at the age of 40 years of Powerview, MB. Remaining to forever cherish Randy's memory are his loving wife Kim; daughters Jessica and Kaitlyn; parents Rudy and Pearl Serkes; brothers Robert and Terry; sister Cindy Bale (Doug); nephews Travis and Curtis; mother-in-law and father-in-law Lorraine and Jim Felde; sister-in-law Cheryl Sudbury (Rod); brother-in-law Jeff (Sherry); niece Sarah Sudbury (Adam); nephews Riley Sudbury and Nick Felde and goddaughter Mikayla Seniuk. Randy was predeceased by his and Kim's special little Angel in 2003, as well as Grandma and Grandpa Joe Dutton, and his Grandma and Grandpa Serkes. Randy was born in Pinawa on May 24, 1969, where he developed his free spirit. He was a happy child and was always ready for an adventure. He always saw the good in everyone and thrived on being the life of the party. He was a good athlete, excelling in hockey and baseball. In 1991 Randy met the love of his life Kim (nee Felde). They married in 1998 to complete their love for each other. Together they welcomed their two beautiful daughters Jessica in 2000 and Kaitlyn in 2008. Randy was a devoted Husband and Daddy, his love for his three girls was unconditional. They were the light of his life. Randy had an amazing sense of humor and will always be remembered for it. Randy's start in the work force began at Athletes Wear and later moved on to York Barbell and then Fitness Direct where he met many lifelong friends. Randy fulfilled his passion, for a life in law enforcement in 2000 after completing his course at LESTEC where he graduated with honors. He was a proud member of the RCMP, with his first posting in Grand Marais from 2000 to 2006, and then Powerview for 2006 up until the time of his passing. It is there that the Serkes Family made new bonds that Kim and the girls will hold close to their hearts forever. To Randy's RCMP family, Kim, Jessica and Kaitlyn want you to know, that without your love and support, this trying time would seem even more unbearable. Prayers will be held on Sunday, October 4, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. in the Brokenhead River Recreational Complex, 320 Veterans Lane, Beausejour, MB. Randy's funeral service will be held on Monday, October 5, 2009 at 3:00 p.m. also in the Brokenhead River Recreational Complex, with RCMP Chaplain Wayne Larstone, presider. Honorary Pallbearers will be Cst. Dave Schmidt, Sgt. Tom Cooney, Cst. Jason Nickart, Cst. Chantelle Kelly, Cst. Brian Gulay, Insp. John Duff, Cst. Joe Duncan, Cst. Lacey Clarkson, Sgt. Carl Dinsdale, and Cst. Trevor Ens. A special Thank you and much love to Gabe and Dave for going above and beyond the call of duty . In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Manitoba Heart and Stroke Foundation at 200-6 Donald Street, Winnipeg, MB or the Canadian Diabetes Association at 200-310 Broadway, Winnipeg, MB R3C 0S6. Daddy we miss you and love you You're Golden, SERKES 10-35
