ALBERT “BERT” VANROOSE

On December 19, 2024, our brightest light extinguished. Bert VanRoose was our beloved husband, father, father-in-law, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. 

He was predeceased by his parents, Valere and Irma VanRoose; his sister Leandra VanRoose; and his granddaughter Chantal VanRoose. 

He leaves to mourn his wife of 60 years, Yvonne VanRoose; his children, Mike (Tracey) VanRoose and Ginette (Norm) VanRoose; grandchildren Carly, Marc, Gage and Jayce; his brother Richard (Terry) VanRoose; his sisters-in law, Lynn Cameron and Alice Frederick; and nieces and nephews, Amber (Ian), Lance (Caitlin), Scott (Kamma) and Steven. 

Bert came from humble beginnings in St. Boniface where his childhood and teen years consisted of pick-up sports and pool halls. In 1962, he met the love of his life Yvonne. The love that was shared between Bert and Yvonne is what every couple strives to have. Love that is unconditional and easy. Bert held Yvonne in the highest regard even though he sometimes shook his head at her antics or gave her an eye roll, he always maintained a mischievous glint in his eye for her.

In 1970 they went on to raise a family. His children were his pride and joy, and he instilled hard work and athletic ability into both Mike and Ginette and there was nothing he loved more than watching his children excel in sports and, later, his grandkids. 

Even as his memory started to fade, he would always remember the sports they played and would discuss them at every visit. Bert was the type of man that would give the shirt off his back without you even asking. This quality led him to make friendships that stood the test of time. 

He started his career at Air Canada Cargo in 1968 and made many friends during his 33 years there. Those friends became family to us and are still such important pieces in Bert’s life story. 

His more recent friendships come from the wonderful community at Agape Villa where he has lived for the past 13 years. He always had fun stories about the shenanigans they got into at “the home” as he so endearingly called it. He would find comfort in knowing that Yvonne will continue to be surrounded by such wonderful people.

Bert was such an amazing man, and he was so dear to many. He will be missed beyond measure.

The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Dr. Anthony Kaufman, Dr. Philip Kawalec and the staff of GA5 for their care and support over the last month. You are all appreciated.

As per Bert’s request, there will be no funeral service. A private family gathering will be held. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the Alzheimer Society.

Bert’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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