Wojcik's Funeral Chapel - Alexis Jaquet Funeral Arrangments

ALEXIS SIDNEY JAQUET

   It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Alexis Sidney Jaquet on Tuesday, April 1, 2014 at the Vista Park Lodge at the age 86 years.

   Left to cherish Alexis’ memory are his wife Mary of 64 years; son Randy and wife Elsie and their children, Jason, (wife Julie and three grandchildren); daughter Chantal (husband Sean and three grandchildren); daughter Darlene and husband Doug and their children Taeyo and Seylene; daughter Suzanne and husband Rob and their children Lorea (two grandchildren) and Trevor; son Blair and his wife Diana and their children Jeremy (two grandchildren) and Justin.

   On January 5, 1928 Dad was born in Vancouver, BC and moved to Winnipeg shortly thereafter. He attended Norberry School in St. Vital and went on to receive his mechanic papers and worked for several years at Breen’s/Century Motors. In 1948 Dad met the love of his life, Mary, and on August 20, 1949 they were married and lived in St. Vital raising their children. In 1952, he changed careers and purchased his first taxi cab (and several others) operating under Duffy’s Taxi. Dad loved to drive and said “he put more miles on his cab going backwards then a person drives forward.” He served on Duffy’s Taxi board as the vice president for many years and was very proud of their service to the public. Dad loved St. Vital and was the King of the Road. His favorite song whom he dedicated these words to his lovely wife Mary “Cab driver drive by Mary’s place, I just wanna chance to see her face.”

   Dad was a dignified man, with integrity, a kind heart, loved his family and was proud of his children and grandchildren. He treated people fairly and with respect and would give his last dime to help anyone. Dad’s happiest moments after leaving the taxi business was driving Mom to the shopping centre and working in his flower garden, his backyard was immaculate.

   In accordance with Alexis’ wishes, there will be no formal service. 

   In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation and/or the Alzheimer Society of Manitoba.

   Richard Wojcik of Wojcik’s Winnipeg Funeral Chapel & Crematorium, 2157 Portage Avenue, 204 – 897 – 4665, is in care of arrangements. wojciksfuneralchapel.com

Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.  Sleep peacefully Dad, we will always love and remember you until we meet again.  Love you forever, Mom and your family.

Wojcik’s

FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM

2157 PORTAGE AVENUE

204 – 897 - 4665

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