JAMES MICHAEL MORIN

Surrounded by his sister Barb Unrau, partner Laurie Summers, and two dear friends, Drake Winogradoff and Menno Wiebe, Jim’s brave battle with cancer ended and he passed peacefully into the arms of his Mom and Dad. Taken from us far too soon, we are grateful for the years we shared with him and will carry precious memories of him in our hearts forever.

Depending on how long you knew Jim, there are things about him that you may or may not know. Here are just a few.

- Talented Little League pitcher, helping to lead The Colts to many game wins and club championships

- Mini-bike “Evil Knievel”

- Neighbourhood rascal – teased all the girls

- Pool shark – could clean the clock of much older sharks from a very young age

- Gifted machine operator for over 40 years

- Honest and reliable sales rep

- Loving pet Dad

- True outdoorsman and avid fisherman – he was happiest at the lake, sitting on the dock with a fishing rod in one hand and a beer in the other

- Nature lover – member of the Fort Whyte Nature Centre for 40 years

- Perfectionist in everything he did

- Huge Blue Bombers, Jets and Washington Redskins Fan

- Great curler

- Damned good golfer

- Terrific poker player

- Music lover and musician

- Smooth dancer – sweeping the girls off their feet every chance he got

- Awesome party planner and the BEST HOST – everyone was welcome in his home, day or night

- Quick wit – always making people laugh

- Handsome, charming, romantic and a “class act” in every way

Jim had the biggest, kindest heart on the planet. He would stand up for the underdog, give someone the shirt off his back if they needed it, and come to the rescue of a friend in a heartbeat. He worked hard, played hard and loved deeply. He will leave a massive hole in the hearts of everyone who knew and loved him.

Even though he is back in the arms of his loving Mom and Dad, Lloyd and Mary Morin (née Posaluko); and reunited with his best friend Horst Kaiser; we know he will continue to watch over his big sister Barb Unrau; partner Laurie Summers; her son Jay (Alex); God daughter Elizabeth Kaiser; and countless, amazing friends that he loved and cherished during his short time on this earth.

With the exception of a very few, Jim carried the heavy burden of his fate alone for almost two years, not wanting anyone to treat him differently or feel sorry for him; that took enormous strength and courage.

We will miss you every day Jim, but your beautiful spirit will live on in our hearts forever.

To the amazing Angels at Riverview Health Centre and The Grace Hospice who went above and beyond to care for Jim, we thank you from the bottom of our hearts for giving us more time to love Jim. Your kindness and compassion will never be forgotten.

A celebration of Jim’s life will be held from 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 26, 2025, at Fort Whyte Alive’s new Buffalo Crossing complex, 2505 McGillivray Boulevard. With respect and gratitude, in lieu of flowers you may wish to make a donation in Jim’s memory to Fort Whyte Alive or a charity of your choice.

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Cremation & Life Celebrations

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204-421-5501 - www.ethicaldeathcare.com

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