Porage Manoj Anujeewa Perera, aged 57, of Winnipeg, Manitoba, passed away on May 31, 2024.
Manoj was born on September 24, 1966 to Wilson Perera and Nerlin Dias in Colombo, Sri Lanka. He was the eldest of four children. Being a man of many talents, Manoj helped manage his family’s agricultural business, worked as an assistant storekeeper and as a transit operator.
He was married to Chandrika Abeysiriwardana and they were blessed with two children. Following the loss of his wife, Manoj decided to relocate to Winnipeg in 2013 with his cherished children Dumindu and Oshadhi.
Manoj was an incredibly diligent and dedicated individual. He took great pride in his role as a machine operator at Westfield Industries, where he wholeheartedly devoted over a decade of service to the company. It was while he was in Winnipeg that he was introduced to his wife, Deepani Ganegoda. They married in 2015. Manoj was big-hearted, vibrant, and radiated light. He accepted everyone with open arms and was always willing to help a friend in need.
He cherished every moment with his family and friends, creating lasting memories during countless summers spent camping, relaxing at the beach, or manning the grill at barbecues. He will be remembered for his energetic dancing, singing, and delightful sense of humor.
Manoj was predeceased by his father, Wilson Perera, and his youngest brother, Prasad Madhushanka Perera. He is survived by his mother, Nerlin Dias, wife, Deepani Ganegoda children, Dumindu and Oshadhi Perera and siblings, Sujeewa Perera and Samanthi Wanigasekara along with their families.
Manoj will be missed greatly by his family and friends. May he attain the ultimate bliss of Nibbana!
A funeral service for Porage will be held Saturday, June 15, 2024 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at Thomson "In the Park" Funeral Home, 1291 McGillivray Blvd, Winnipeg, MB. Reception will follow from 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM.
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