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Doug Sewell
DOUGLAS (DOUG) SEWELL
April 8, 1939 – August 3, 2025
On Sunday August 3rd, Doug slipped peacefully away. Born in Tottenhill, England on April 8th 1939, he lived a full and varied life. From the farm in the fens to a career in the RAF that took him all the way to Singapore, back to England eventually, and then emigrating to Canada with his young family in 1969, he was never afraid of change.
Doug spent several years working in the aviation business in La Ronge SK and northern Manitoba. He retired as a Real Estate Broker in Winnipeg.
Doug is survived by his wife Andrea; son Gary (Jolene); daughter Tracey; and son Scott (Shawna); grandchildren, Erik, Matthew, Simon, Marcus, and Sophie. He is also survived by his step-family; Rachel (Scott), Kelly (David), Kai (Natasha), Livia, Liam, Willa, Hayden, and Ryder.
Doug was predeceased by his sisters, Barbara and Pam. He is survived by his brothers, George and Henry.
“So, on the hard days, you must remind yourself: You wouldn’t trade the love to escape the grief. You wouldn’t erase the happiness to avoid the pain. And you will endure a lifetime of missing, for the privilege of having loved.”
At Doug’s request, there will be no formal service. If friends desire, please consider a donation to Cancer Care Manitoba or Spirit of Hope Rescue.
Douglas’ 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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Alison ( neice) and Gerald
August 16, 2025 at 7:53 AM
Uncle Dougie was a truly lovely man. So many happy memories of seeing him laugh together with my Mum who loved sharing time together with him and Andrea. Big Love to you all.
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David Powell
August 14, 2025 at 1:14 PM
My condolences Andrea, Scott and family . Doug and I spent time at the Winnipeg Real Estate Board and he was always a true professional that I admired.
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Jack & Leila Goods
August 12, 2025 at 12:30 PM
Sending our deepest sympathy to Andrea and all the family.
It was a great pleasure to work with Doug and Andrea. He was a good leader, advisor, honest and very informative. May he rest in peace.
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Ruth and Mack Smith
August 11, 2025 at 4:12 PM
Dear Andrea our hearts go out to you . Doug will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved him. Our thoughts are with you Andrea and family. Take Care Love from Ruth and Mack Smith
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Rolf Hitzer
August 10, 2025 at 1:08 PM
My sincere condolences to Andrea and family. I was lucky to have met Doug and the many years we worked together in a leadership capacity with the Winnipeg Regional Real Estate Board. Always kind, caring and a consomate professional that put everyone's intersts ahead of his own. I remain sorry for your loss.
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Mr. D
August 9, 2025 at 6:48 PM
Tracey, Gary and Scott My deepest sympathy on the passig of your father. Thinking of all of you at this difficult time.
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Jonathan, Anna Belle, Amelia, Eden & Lila
August 9, 2025 at 11:30 AM
Doug was a true gentleman. Always asking questions about our lives when we met up at family getherings. He was genuinely interested in what was new with my famly and I, and always willing to share a tale from a past adventure of his. He will be missed dearly by the Richards family.
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Lisa, Dave, Julia & Jamie
August 9, 2025 at 9:19 AM
It was a privilege to get to know Doug over the years as he joined our extended family. He will be missed by all who were touched by his gentle and kind nature. Remembering all the family happy hours with Andrea and Doug present.
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Robin (UK)
August 9, 2025 at 4:33 AM
Sending love from the UK to all of our Canadian family. Remebering your last visit in 2018 and Covid Zooms ❤️
Darren, Nephew, UK
August 8, 2025 at 3:33 PM
Always loved spending time with and listening to Uncle Dougs' RAF stories, stories from his early adventures in Canada with Uncle George and Dad. Will be missed.
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Karen, sister, sister-in-law
August 8, 2025 at 3:13 PM
Such a beautiful tribute to a kind and caring man, someone I considered a good friend.
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Siggy
August 8, 2025 at 2:22 PM
Love to all the family he leaves behind, especially his beautiful wife Andrea.
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