Obituary of KEVIN SINCLAIR CHARTRAND

KEVIN SINCLAIR CHARTRAND Kevin Sinclair Chartrand passed away suddenly on Monday, September 2, 2013. He was 43 years old. He was born on January 15, 1970 in Winnipeg and grew up in Duck Bay, Manitoba. He is survived by his children Shayla , Bradley, Amberlee and Jennalee Mink and their mother Michelle Mink of Easterville,Manitoba. He is also survived by his mother Evelyn Chartrand of Winnipeg and father Earl Chartrand of Winnipegosis , 2 sisters Cynthia (Otis) Chartrand-Pless of Tucson, Arizona, Chantelle Chartrand (Byron) of Winnipeg and 11 beloved nieces and their children Cierra and Parker of Tampa, Florida; Aisha and Aaliyah of Fort Riley, Kansas; Jade , Rassen and Ariel; Cheyenne, Chione all of Tucson Arizona; Jasmine Hunter of Kenora, Ontario; Cailie Chartrand, Chante and Gage of Winnipeg; Cenneca, Candace, Lainey and Nicki Chartrand of Winnipeg. He also leaves to mourn one God daughter Monique Ledoux, many beloved friends, relatives, and his beloved cat "Handsome". He was predeceased by his sister Candace Chartrand and brother Earl Chartrand Jr., grandfathers Ray Chartrand and Nelson Lamirande , grandmother Julie May and uncle Clifford Lamirande. His young life ended suddenly but the love and memories he leaves behind will be celebrated in the lives of those who knew him. His passion was playing the guitar and cooking for his family. Kevin was also the family comedian and sang "You Are My Sunshine" to his children. A memorial will be held on Saturday, September 7, 2013 from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main Street. A graveside service will follow in Duck Bay on Monday, September 9 at 3:00 p.m. at the graveyard.