Obituary of GUY JOSEPH POIRIER

GUY JOSEPH POIRIER January 20, 1959 – September 8, 2014 It is with heavy hearts we announce the sudden passing of Guy Joseph Poirier on Monday, September 8, 2014. Guy is survived by his wife Cindy; stepson Corey; sister Marianne (Irwin) Penner; nephews, Cameron and Chad. Brother-in-law Jim Mancinelli; niece Nicole; nephew Lucas. In-laws, Elio and Antonietta Mancinelli; along with numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and many lifelong friends. Guy was predeceased by his parents, Joyce and Edmond Poirier. He was born in Winnipeg, MB on January 20, 1959 where he resided all his life. He attended school at Sir Sam Steele and Elmwood High. Later receiving his welding red seal from Red River College. Guy worked for CP Rail for 23 years, both at Logan Shop and on the gangs. Later, with the work boom in Alberta, he decided to make a change and set out to Fort McMurray working for KMC Mining until just prior to his death. Guy had a few loves; one of which was classic cars, having owned a ’69 Vette for a number of years. Another, was sports, he played hockey early in his life as a goalie, coaching as he got older and when he took off the skates, he grabbed his bat and glove and played baseball on a team of buddies called the Inmates. He enjoyed getting away to West Hawk Lake and traveling to Mexico. One of his favorite things was meeting his friends for coffee at the office. (Robin’s Donuts) Cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Guy’s Life will be held at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main Street on Saturday, September 20, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. Until we meet at the office again “You know what I like about you “??......