Wayne "Sammy" Dillabough

Keith “Wayne” Dillabough

June 1, 1949 – September 10, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Keith “Wayne” Dillabough on September 10, 2025, at the Brandon General Hospital, after a courageous battle with cancer.

Wayne was born in Minnedosa, Manitoba on June 1, 1949, the fourth child of Sam and Bessie Dillabough. He completed his schooling in Minnedosa, where he was far more passionate about sports than academics -especially hockey, baseball, golf and curling. During high school, he worked after school at Burgess Quality Foods, delivering groceries around town. He loved to chat and joke with customers, always sharing a smile.

After graduation in 1970, Wayne and a couple of buddies headed north to Lynn Lake in search of work. He spent about a year working in the mines before returning home to Minnedosa to marry the love of his life,

Donna Hall of Bethany. Together, they built a loving home and welcomed three children.

In 1971, Wayne began his 37 year career with CP Rail. Though his job often kept him away from home, he always made time for his family - coaching hockey and baseball and attending countless activities that his kids were involved in. He worked as hard as he played, never one to pass up a work trip. After a long night shift, he’d often head straight to the golf course to meet the guys for their tee time or off to a curling bonspiel. He found great joy in both the competition and the camaraderie, especially during family fun bonspiels and men’s or mixed events, where he even made it to the provincials. Between games, cards were played and drinks were shared – traditions that built friendships that lasted over 50 years.

Wayne retired from the railroad in June 2008, but train talk remained a staple of family gatherings, especially with son Kent, son-in-law, Dallas, and grandson Jayden all following in his CP Rail footsteps.

In retirement, Wayne embraced life fully. He found joy in a daily routine of golf, cards at the Legion, coffee with the crew, and winters spent travelling. From Europe, Mexico and Hawaii to their eventual winter home in Arizona. Wayne cherished every opportunity to enjoy the sunshine, play pickleball, hike, and golf year-round.

Evenings were for cheering on his favourite teams; the Toronto Blue Jays in the summer and the Winnipeg Jets throughout hockey season.

Golf wasn’t just a game for Wayne; it was a lifelong passion. Whether he was playing, volunteering at the course, or serving on the board, he was always happy to be involved. We image him now, standing on the first tee, ready for another round with his favourite foursome.

Wayne is survived by his beloved wife Donna; daughter Krista (Dallas); grandson Jayden (Seren); son Kent; and daughter Kara.

A come and go celebration of life will take place on

Saturday, October 4, 2025 from 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. at the Minnedosa Legion, Minnedosa, MB.

A private family burial will take place in the Minnedosa Cemetery.

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