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Russell Everett Hebb

March 26, 1937 - October 31, 2026

RUSSELL EVERETT HEBB

It is with heartfelt sadness, that we announce the passing of Russell Hebb on October 31st, 2026 at the Grace Hospital, at the age of 89.

Russell will be sadly missed by his loving wife of 66 years, Lorraine and by his children, Derrick (Janice) and Noella (Ron). He will also be missed by his grandchildren, Tyler (Melanie), Thaad (Lauren) and Jessica. Russell also leaves behind his great granddaughter Hanna.

Russell leaves behind his brother-in-law Dave and his wife Betty, as well as his nephew and niece Michael (Kathy) and Brenda (Randy). Russell also leaves to mourn his brothers and sisters, Wilson, Bruce and Brenda, nieces and nephews; Linda, Brenda, Kerry, Amanda, Frederick, Heather, Dwayne, Barbie, Charlie and Jenny, Valeria, Billy, Kathy, and Dwight and their families.

Russell was predeceased by his brothers and sisters; Anita (Harry and Bruce) Evelyn (John), Bernard (Lillian and Lillian), Frederick (Margaret and Florence) and Roy (Susanne and Norma). Russell was also predeceased by his brother and sister-in-law, Arthur and Irene Lacroix.

Russell was born in Liverpool, Queens County, Nova Scotia on March 26, 1937 to Ernest and Clara Hebb, where as a boy he enjoyed playing ice hockey with his brothers and friends.

As a young adult Russell made his way to Winnipeg where he met his wife Lorraine and found his forever job at Western Bering where he worked until his retirement in 2002 at the age of 65.

Russell enjoyed hockey, ice fishing, hunting, camping, playing cards, bowling, horseshoes and socializing with family and friends.

Russell held membership in the Cavalier Game and Fish Club, The Good Sam Camping Club and was also a Boy Cubs Leader.

Russell was a hard-working individual, always willing to lend a helping hand! He also enjoyed tinkering in his garage and backyard and especially enjoyed his truck.

Russell’s greatest joy was watching his family grow and spending time with them.

The family of Russell would like to thank the staff of Sturgeon Creek 1. Family would also like to acknowledge the doctors, nurses and health care workers on Unit 5 North of the Grace Hospital.

A celebration of life will be held at Wojcik’s Funeral Chapel at 2157 Portage Avenue @ Sharp Boulevard, Winnipeg, Manitoba on Friday, November 13th, 2026 at 11:30 a.m.