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Joel Labossiere

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JOEL RAYMOND LABOSSIERE

October 31, 1989 – January 11, 2025

It is with heavy hearts, we announce Joel’s passing at the tender age of 35.


Joel was a larger than life character and will be sadly missed by his loving family, friend and work network. Joel is survived by his mother Susan Labossiere; father Stan Stubbs; brother Cameron Stubbs; son Dominic Labossiere; daughter Rae-Lynn Hoffman; Crystal Hoffman; auntie Theresa Shaw; uncle Robert Labossiere; uncle Ed Labossiere; friend Trisha Fileccia; and many cousins and friends.


Joel lived his life in Winnipeg and grew up in Lord Roberts and the Riverview area. He attended Churchill High School and finished his grade twelve at Argyle Alternative. He received his Sales and Marketing diploma from RRC Polytech and contributed his expertise to Handy Man Connection, Weed-Man, POS Systems, Christie’s Office Supplies, ProTELEC Alarms and most recently Rent-All Super Store.


Joel can be remembered for his love of the outdoors, boxing, beautiful clothes, especially shoes. He had a hearty laugh, deep voice and big ears for anyone wishing to talk the talk.


We want to thank those services and individuals therein who supported Joel through his journey: Manitoba government MOST program, Main Street Project, Klinic, Methadone program and Addictions services etc.


In Joel’s honour donations can be made to Pan Am Place, visit panamplace.com, “Get in Our Corner”. 


The struggle is real.


Joel’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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Susan

February 6, 2025 at 4:49 PM

Thank you everyone for your kind words and thoughts of our family.

A private memorial get-together will take place in the spring.

Teresa M

February 2, 2025 at 9:40 AM

I did not know Joel, but he sounds like such a wonderful man. I ove his words, "It feels good to do good." It is so sad he chose to leave us. I send my deepest sympathy to Susan and her family, and Joel's children and friends. <3

Jungle T

January 22, 2025 at 9:28 PM

For the past few years Joel and I talked what's felt like every 5/6 days and texted a wazup or something everyday it got to the point I'd have to turn off my phone from 2am-730am because he could never remember the time zones but no matter how many times I'd tell him it 4 am what's so important "oh nothing just saying hey , or have a question about something" it was only the last 3 days leading up to it I'd be the one calling him or texting him. But we all had our ups and downs. Get our life back on track and get back to the grind... I must-have told him over 500 time to come visit for a week it'll do him good but he had his life going on which I get but was always welcome I think I meet him when I was 15 he was 14 at the time but always stayed in touch always helped each other out when needed brothers from another mother .. he's probably made it so there's only like 3/4 originals left sympathy goes out to his family they raised a 1 of a kind even coming to by dad's funeral last year on his lunch break just an all around solid guy that I'll miss waking me up at 4 am haha

Barbara Ediger

January 18, 2025 at 9:24 AM

I remember Joel as a little boy and teen. My condolences to his family. So sorry for your loss.

Leanne Boyd

January 16, 2025 at 8:45 PM

Dear Susan,

 

i sm so sorry to learn about tge loss of your son. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family...

Indeed the struggle is very real...

 

Norma Fonger

January 16, 2025 at 4:41 PM

I recall when you brought Joel as a new born baby to my home for the girls Christmas party. A beautiful baby boy! You spoke of him often through the years. Thinking of you and sending my condolences for your loss.

Tina

January 16, 2025 at 3:53 PM

We will miss you here at work Jay'! I'm saddened to hear you are gone. I'll always remember your smile and how happy you were especially at Christmas, and how you would joke around with all of us! my thoughts and prayers go out to your family. myself and all of us at work here will miss you, Rip

Dave (Wing Chun) H

January 16, 2025 at 12:21 PM

I know I couldn't take your pain away for you, but I want you to know we were all here for you with a shoulder to cry on or an ear to listen with, or anything else you may need. Keeping you in our warmest thoughts as you navigate this difficult time — and wishing you hope and healing when you’re ready. We as your co-work and freinds for many years from rent all super centre will now not hear or see you again. You are a wonderfull man and was a wonderful person who touched the lives of many. Your strength and solace in the memories you shared many lives you have in your life. Rest in Peace .

Adam Chandler

January 16, 2025 at 11:30 AM

Joel and I have been friends for over twenty years. In all the time I have known Joel in all the ups and downs of our lihe's he was always a great friend.

I just spoke to Joel two or three weeks ago and the conversation we had was proof of his excellent characte. We talked about our kids (Joel is very proud of his kids), we talked about our jobs and about memories from our early adult and teen years. One thing I remeber Joel saying in that conversation we had was , "It feels good to do good." Joel said. The context was based on community volunteering and community out reach stuff. I'll remember Joel by the last conversation we had the most of all. I'll always remeber him saying , "it feels good to do good". That is Joel's personality in a nut shell. He likes to do good. He was a great guy. Joel will be missed, and always remembered.

Libby

January 16, 2025 at 11:25 AM

I first met Joel in the hospital when he was born , a beautiful baby boy for Susan .The two were always so deeply connected. I have so many fond memories of birthday parties and special occasions that Joel spent together with my kids. One specific souvenir that I hold is one day when Susan and I went to the playground with Joel and his two young kids. He was having such fun with them but he especially liked sitting on the picnic bench with me telling me about his dreams and plans. He had so many ideas.

His struggles were real and heartbreaking. He touched the lives of so many and my heart goes out to Susan and Stan, Cameron, Theresa Rob, and Edward ,Dom and Ray Lynne and all of his many cousins and friends. How dearly you will be missed..

Bonnie

January 16, 2025 at 10:14 AM

Joel had a huge impact on my life and I was proud to call him a friend. He will be deeply missed by his work family here! I am a better person today because of Joels friendship and support.

David Hasenpflug

January 16, 2025 at 10:06 AM

you were are good man and had lots to give in this world and where taken to soon. your at peace now brother

Ruth Lindsey-Armstrong & Cliff Armstrong

January 16, 2025 at 9:47 AM

Oh Susan! We were shocked and so sorry to hear about Joel's passing. U know we all had a special relationship being next door neighbors for so long. I have lots of pictures but we are away right now so not able to share them here. We are both sending you our love and support virtually and will get in touch when we return. Much luv, R & C

Sharon Thomson

January 16, 2025 at 6:01 AM

Joel was a friend of my son. I'm so sad to hear of his passing 😞😢 Last time I saw Joel was October 2024 When he came to my husband's celebration of life to pay his respects. We knew Joel for many years and he was an all-around great guy. The struggle is real and it's so sad to lose these wonderful young people. My condolences to his whole family. May the memories of Joel fill your hearts ❤️

Sharon Thomson

January 16, 2025 at 5:52 AM

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Ethan Patzer

January 15, 2025 at 8:17 PM

A photo of me, my mother Kristine, Joel, and his girlfriend Trish, who was my aunt, a few weeks ago.

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