August 16, 1946 – October 21, 2025
It is with deepest sorrow we share the passing of Jerry Maurice Mestdagh, beloved husband, father, grandfather and uncle who passed away peacefully on October 21, 2025 at the Neepawa Hospital, with his family by his side.
Born on August 16, 1946 in Holland, Manitoba, Jerry worked for many years, one of the first employees at (then) Carnation Foods Potato Plant in Carberry until illness led to his retirement in 1998. He was a third-class Power Engineer, at what is now McCain Foods.
Jerry married the love of his life, Maureen Boulet, on October 7, 1967. They had fifty-eight years together and had many adventures along the way; following the Carberry Plainsmen hockey team, harness racing, watching their children and grandchildren’s sports events and motorcycling for fourteen years with his HONDA GOLDWING. Great vacations in California, Texas, Niagra Falls and Banff, Alberta, and really enjoyed attending the Minot State Fair every summer. He also enjoyed spending time with his brother-in-law Tony, hunting and fishing.
In his last few years, Jerry so enjoyed his wife taking him and wee Daisy-May “DEER HUNTING”, cruising back country roads on the lookout for deer, which Daisy would fiercely bark at from the car window – much to Jerry’s delight!
Jerry loved visits with his girls and their partners, and was always so proud of his grandchildren.
Jerry is survived by his loving wife Maureen and their children, Donna-Leigh (Brad), Dixie Lynne (Chris), grandchildren Jaxon, Taylor, Jamie, Cooper, Talen and Chase. Brother Larry (Diane), sisters Doreen (Emile), Diane (Bill) and Jeanette (Larry) and many nieces and nephews.
Predeceased by his parents Omer and Alena Mestdagh, brother Murray and sister Gloria.
A private family service will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Canadian Association for Mental Health CAMH.
Jerry will always be missed and forever loved.
Rest easy my love, until we meet again.
Friends and family are invited to share memories and condolences on Jerry’s memorial page using the comment field below.
So sorry to hear about Jerry
passing. Our condolences to Maureen and all Jerry family. Jerry will be greatly missed by us all.
Blessing Amen
Don And Paulette Baron
Thanks so much Paulette and Don , for thinking of us at this sad time … God Bless You ! You are such a great couple ! Sending you Love and Hugs !
So sorry for your loss, my condolences to you and your family
Our thoughts are with our cousins Donna, Dixie and Aunty Maureen. Uncle Jerry was wonderful and will be missed. ❤️❤️
Thanks so much Lorrie ! We miss him so much already … But we know he’s with the Lord and all his loved ones and no more suffering !
Jerry had such a wonderful sense of humor and a strength in his beliefs that, as kids, we didn’t always understand but looking back, those lessons helped shape who we became. I always thought he was the coolest on his motorcycle, and as we grew older, he was still that same steady presence who showed up when we needed him most.
There were times when things went sideways, and Jerry was always there calm, strong, and ready to help without hesitation. That was just who he was. Even later in life, that same determination and spirit never faded.
I’m so grateful for the memories, the laughter, and the lessons. Jerry will always hold a special place in my heart, and I will miss him deeply.
Thankyou my sweet Shannon … You are like one of our family … Sure miss having you around here … Jerry loved you dearly , his little red head …. We will remember the good times and lots of fun and laughs … God Bless you honey !!
Thanks for sharing Shannon. He loved you so very much. You always made him smile and he had the biggest grin every time you would walk into the room. ❤️❤️
They were just the coolest parents in town riding those motorbikes.
Thanks Jolene ! Those were the good old days alright !!
I am so Sorry for you loss, my condolences to you and Your family.
Thankyou So Much for thinking of us at this sad time !
So sorry to hear about the passing of Uncle Jerry. Our thoughts are with you all Aunty Maureen and cousins Donna and Dixie.
Thankyou so much Jamie ! We sure miss him a lot already but at least he’s at peace and no more suffering !!
Just learned of Jerry’s passing. My condolences to the family.
Maureen,
Jerry being one month older than I, we had a lot of memories together since childhood. We even had our yearly visits! I will forever cherish those memories. I know he will be dearly missed! Our condolences.
So sorry for your loss.
Jerry will be deeply missed.
Have a lot of fond memories of Jerry, growing up in Holland.
Hold your memories close. Big hugs to all the family.
My condolences to Maureen and family. Jerry Was a nice guy