Salon funéraire Desjardins Funeral Home

12/24/2025

The holidays can carry many emotions—nostalgia, love, gratitude, and reflection.
As we gather in our own ways, we hold space for those we miss and draw strength from the connections that remain.
From all of us at Arbor, we wish you comfort, peace, and meaningful moments this holiday season.

12/15/2025

12/10/2025

Please join us for our Christmas service on December 14, 2025 at 2:00 pm, at Desjardins Funeral Home, 357 DesMeurons St.
S'il vous plaît vous joindre à nous pour notre service de Noël le dimanche 14 décembre 2025 au Salon funéraire Desjardins, 357 rue DesMeurons.

11/25/2025

Vanessa Delaine Sargent
January 11, 1969 ~ November 15, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Vanessa Delaine Sargent on November 15, 2025, at the age of 56 years old.

Vanessa was born on January 11, 1969, to Patricia Peltier and Joseph Edwards in Winnipeg, MB. She was raised in B.C and N.W.T., she also lived in Yukon, Ontario and settled in Winnipeg, Manitoba.

Vanessa worked at varies of jobs, from waitressing to working at Star Lumber and driving a forklift. She did find her dream job working at Velma's house helping the women in need. She loved everyone she helped and worked with. She will be truly missed there.

Vanessa was happiest singing the blues with Willie Nelson, dancing to the classics of Merle Haggard or one of her other outlaw singers and sitting by the fire listening to a good George Jones or Johnny Cash songs. Vanessa truly marched to the beat of her own drum, never afraid to be colorful and uniquely her.

Vanessa called herself a gypsy woman, and she truly had a free-spirited heart and adventurous spirit. She loved to write composing words filled with emotions and deep thoughts, telling of the ups and downs she had experienced throughout her life. She loved to show her writing to her grandma, Bessie, over the years, getting her feedback.

Vanessa will be remembered for her warm smile and beautiful words. A woman who wanted to love and be loved in return. A lady who loved the solace of the bush and sought healing in nature. Your family prays you have found peace and that you will “Ride Easy”.

She is survived by her dad, Joseph Edwards; her sister, Bessie Johnston; brother David Peltier; nieces, Ashley, Anita, and Oceania; nephew, Tyler; great-grand nieces and nephews, Connor, Lucas, Paige, Xylia, Waytt and Nathan. She is predeceased by her mom, Patricia Peltier; stepdad, David Peltier; and her brother, Joseph Edwards, Jr.

A memorial service will be held at Desjardins funeral home, 357 DesMeurons St., Winnipeg, Manitoba, on December 5, 2025, at 9:30 am.

Salon funéraire Desjardins Funeral Home
204-233-4949

TRIBUTE: www.desjardinsfuneralchapel.ca

11/25/2025

Please join us for our Christmas service on December 14, 2025 at 2:00 pm, at Desjardins Funeral Home, 357 DesMeurons St.

S'il vous plaît vous joindre à nous pour notre service de Noël le dimanche 14 décembre 2025 au Salon funéraire Desjardins, 357 rue DesMeurons.

11/21/2025

Cecil Patrick Pereira
Jan. 27, 1935 - Nov. 15, 2025

Surrounded by family, Cecil Pereira passed away peacefully while listening to the music of Joan Baez.

Family man, Professor, intellectual, athlete, coach, sports fan, activist, philanthropist, volunteer, visionary, and fun-loving free spirit.

He will be missed by his sister Winifred Pereira, daughter Asha Pereira (Grant Edwards), son Matthew Pereira, granddaughters: Ally Pereira-Edwards (Ian Beattie), Veronica Lowry-Pereira, Marlo Pereira-Edwards, Parker Pereira, grandson Logan Edwards, nephew David Fernandes, granddog Blue, the extended Pereira/Singh/Fernandes family, and many friends.

Dr. Pereira was predeceased by his parents, 2 brothers, and 4 of his sisters. He was heartbroken by the accidental death of his son Jai and Jai's partner Alana Lowry in 2001.

Cremation has taken place according to his wishes, and a celebration of his life is planned for his birthday in 2026.

Flowers are gratefully declined, but those who wish to remember him can make a contribution in his name to organizations supporting refugees (UNHCR, N.E.E.D.S Inc, etc).

Salon funéraire Desjardins Funeral Home
204-233-4949

TRIBUTE: www.desjardinsfuneralchapel.ca

11/11/2025

Today, we honour the courageous men and women who sacrificed for our peace and freedom. Their bravery reminds us of the resilience of the human spirit and the true cost of liberty. May we continue to cherish and protect the peace they fought for.

11/03/2025

A fun evening was had at Desjardins Funeral Home on October 29 for our first annual pumpkin carving event. Fun was had by all who attended. We hope to see you next year.

10/28/2025

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10/26/2025

A funeral procession is more than a line of cars — it’s a journey of love and remembrance. It's important to show respect by slowing down and yielding so the procession can stay together, pulling over or stopping safely to let them pass, and keeping quiet by lowering music and avoiding honking.

A brief pause speaks volumes; your kindness offers comfort to grieving families and honours a life respectfully.

10/24/2025

When someone loses a loved one, grand gestures aren't always the most meaningful. It's often the simple, heartfelt ones that bring comfort, like sending a meal when words fail or helping them with errands, housework, or childcare.

Learn more about how to gently support someone in grief: http://bit.ly/4gNVRLz