Peacefully on Sunday, August 11, 2024, Raymond “Peanut” Saltise passed away with his loving wife Janis by his side at the Portage District General Hospital at the age of 61 years.
He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 37 years Janis; godchild Jeffrey Ducharme; along with his brothers, sisters, numerous friends and relatives. Raymond was predeceased by his pride and joy, son Sheldon Ducharme; parents Bob and Molly Saltise; in-laws pat and Elaine Ducharme; along with his brothers, sisters and sister-in-law.
Raymond was born in Portage la Prairie and lived in St. Ambroise most of his life. As a young boy he was fostered by a family, who took care of him for many years. Raymond returned to his family in St. Ambroise, where he received his education. He worked for many years at local ranches and for commercial fishermen. Raymond then worked as a roofer for a few years, until he started working for the RM of Portage la Prairie. He was employed there for over 25 years. He met the love of his life Janis in 1986. They moved to Edmonton in 1990, and together had their son Sheldon. Friends and family were very important to Raymond, he will be missed by many.
A celebration of Raymond’s life will be held at McKenzies Portage Funeral Chapel on Friday, August 16, 2024 at 6:30 pm, led by Rev Roy George Vazhaplankudiyil. Interment will take place at a later date at St. Ambroise Cemetery.
As expressions of sympathy, donations may be made in Raymond’s memory to the St. Ambroise Cemetery, 1125 Saskatchewan Ave East, Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 3Y8.
A tree will be planted in memory and cared for by McKenzies Portage Funeral Chapel.