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Wayne Koss

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WAYNE KOSS

With heavy hearts we announce that Wayne passed away peacefully at home March 10, 2023 with his family at his side.  


Wayne is survived by his wife Dianne of 62 years, sons Drew (Lisa), Kyle (Charlene), daughter Kelly, Grandchildren Ashley (Dan), Haley (Del), Kaela & Keagan, Great Grandsons Finn & Parker. Wayne was predeceased by his parents & his brother Denis.


Wayne worked for Winnipeg Hydro for 34 years, retiring in 1995 leaving more time for his true passion, working on custom cars; more specifically his ‘55 Chevy that he owned since 1965. Throughout the years he worked through many modifications personalizing his beloved car influenced by changing styles.  Wayne was an early member of the Fifty 567 car club, joining in the early 70’s. Weekend cars shows, road trips and cruise nights became a family way of life.


If anyone wanted to find Dad you went straight to the garage where he spent countless hours working on not only his car but assisting his sons build their cars.  He also helped other car club members, then enjoyed a Budweiser while admiring work well done. Wayne was also a passionate Bomber fan, which he also passed on to his family. To his friend he was known as Captain Bud, which encapsulates his love for cars and Budweiser. The relationships built in the car club extend past Wayne’s time as an active member.  The community of people, in particular Tim, Bill & Don meant just as much as the cars themselves.


Kyle wrote: So we lost my dad yesterday. He passed peacefully in his sleep yesterday morning. I just wanted to put a few words here to celebrate his life. My dad loved his family, and we always knew he was proud of us. He loved Chevys, Budweiser, and the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, and always enjoyed sharing these things with his friends. He loved spending time in the shop, talking about cars with his buddies. Anybody that knows me, knows I love all these same things, and I'm proud to say how much of my dad lives on in me. Love you dad. You'll always be with me whenever I'm in the shop or out cruising.


Drew wrote: This man taught me, work ethic. From a little kid always having the coolest bike because my Dad painted it candy apple red, to when I was 18 he found a 55 chevy just like his and he co signed a bank loan so I could buy it. We worked on it together....hours were spent in the garage as he taught me how to turn a wrench, how to change a clutch, how to pull a transmission, how to pull the engine out. Until I knew ever inch of that car, he guided me along. He taught me patience, when it was time for him to paint the car, I would wet sand one of the doors for hours so it was as smooth as glass. He would say..."keep sanding but don't sand through". I took so many compliments on that car, but I owed it all to him. I am going to miss having a few beers with Dad and talking football or cars or complaining about politicians. When Dad wasn't at work he was in the garage where he always wanted to be. He loved The Bombers and Budweiser. He wasn't a man of many words, he just set the example and I would follow. I am going to miss the hours spent under that car as we would curse and yell when we couldn't get a stripped bolt out or some other problem. He was a proud father, grandfather and great grandfather. RIP Dad...I am surely going to miss you.


Rest in peace Captain Bud.


In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the MS Society of Manitoba.


A Celebration of Life will take place from 12pm to 3pm, Thursday, June 1, 2023 at Sinclair Park Community Club, 490 Sinclair St. at Church Ave.


Wayne's family kindly requests that all of his friends and relatives take a few minutes to honour his memory by sharing photos, memories, and stories, using the comment section on this page.

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wayne stannard

May 24, 2023 at 6:40 PM

Diane and Family.  knowing a celebration of life for Wayne is on June 1st, we are so sorry we cannot be at the service as we are in Boston.  When I started at Winnipeg Hydro 1966; this is when our working friendship in the Underground Division began.  Wayne was a great friend to work with and our memories of the underground guys is long.  We are sorry for your family’s loss.  Our heartfelt sympathy.  Your family will be in our thoughts on the 1st.  Heck of a nice guy.  Wayne and Linda Stannard 

John & Pam Noakes

May 20, 2023 at 1:13 PM

To Diane and family; just learned of Wayne's passing from mutual friends Roman and Judy here in BC. Pam and I have, as many have stated, very fond memories of Wayne and Diane and the Fifty 567 club which we were members of for so many years. I also remember throwing a few bottle caps in that pail as well. RIP Wayne. 

Tim Salisbury

March 20, 2023 at 12:54 PM

Bill & Mave Dickson

March 19, 2023 at 2:23 PM

Remember this;  When we finished working in Wayne's garage we always had wobbly pops and gossip.  Tradition was you had to throw the caps in a pail in the garage.  The pail got to be Quite full after awhile.  Dianne said she would count all the caps.  She never did because the pail was just to full.

Bill & Mave Dickson

March 19, 2023 at 2:15 PM

To the Koss Family, Thinking of you at this very sad time as Wayne was a very important part of your lives.  May you remember all the joyful times you shared.  Take time to cherish those moments and hold them close to your heart.❤

Jeff Munroe

March 19, 2023 at 11:28 AM

So sorry for your loss.I remember Capt Bud from the many 567 runs I attended over the years,he was a quiet guy but loved talking about cars RIP Wayne

Dan Sirman

March 18, 2023 at 4:31 PM

I was very sad to read about Wayne’s passing. I have many fond memories of Captain Bud during my time with the 567 Club. My condolences to Diane and the entire Koss family.

Andy meyer

March 18, 2023 at 3:18 PM

I was very fortunate to know wayne and Diane from a very early age involved in and with the wpg chapter of the 567 car club. my whole family knew the Koss family....my mom Erika,Dad Klaus ,  brothers Jeff and Bryan and are all saddened by Wayne's passing.. Waynes even keel was something I always admired and of course his ability to complete all his own work on his 55 and helping and passing on his knowledge to his sons...our hearts go out to the Koss family... Andy Meyer and Family❤

Brenda Latozke

March 18, 2023 at 12:18 PM

My sincerest condolences to you, Dianne, and your beautiful family for the loss of your beloved Wayne. May Wayne RIP. 🥀

Larry Carlson

March 18, 2023 at 9:22 AM

Our condolences to Dianne and the Koss family. As a car crazy kid I remember riding my bike up and down Magnus Ave watching Wayne work on his 55 and seeing the changes over the years. Years later I became their mailman and enjoyed talking to Dianne and Wayne and of course Wayne was always in the garage. RIP WAYNE Larry and Donna Carlson 

Ed (minty) kanski

March 18, 2023 at 7:32 AM

RIP mr Koss you wer a big inspiration on my brother and myself for lots of years, riding my bicycle up to your small garage and seeing you sanding and resanding that beautiful 55 and then a year or two doing it all over again man when we would be in our garage and you would drive by and just bark that car me and kev would just go wow that 55 really rips hey and my bro would say I’ll catch him one day with the fairlane and that would just make us smile….to the whole Koss family my deepest condolences and love to you all ❤  
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