Noel passed away peacefully at his home April 24, 2022 at the age of 86 years.
He will be lovingly remembered by his sisters Marie Rose (Andre) Godard, Yvette (Armand) Hacault, Tharsile (Leonard) Foidart, Henriette (Elmer Mauws); sisters-in-law Mathilde Fifi and Angele Fifi, and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his parents Henri and Jeanne (Baccus) Fifi; his brothers Jean, Adolphe, Hubert, Armand and George; and sister-in-law Frances Fifi.
Noel was born December 18, 1935 at St. Alphonse, Manitoba. He was the seventh child of Henri and Jeanne. Noel moved to St. Boniface and was a self-taught, self-employed carpenter. Later he became caretaker of Holy Cross School; he also worked at the Champlain Community Center with the youth. He was strict but had a gentle way and earned their respect. Noel was a jack of all trades and took pride in any job big or small. He truly enjoyed being able to help someone out, he always showed up with the right tool for the job. In retirement, he kept himself busy fixing things for people, carving wood and framing paintings and pictures. He made countless fridge magnets and stuffed dogs that he donated to the Cancer Care gift shop.
Noel always had a kind, caring, cheerful disposition. He would always look on the bright side of life no matter what life brought his way. He could always put a smile on your face. Noel will truly be missed.
Special thanks to Sandra Gurniak, his neighbors and friends for being his extended family.
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