PETER MANKO

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PETER MANKO Surrounded by his loving family, Peter passed away peacefully at Seven Oaks Hospital on February 18, 2011, at the age of 93 years. Peter will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 68 years, Anne; his daughters, Marlyne (Heinz), Dianne (Mel); four grandchildren, Kim (Dave), Michael (Shannon), Jason (Melanie), Jaret (Kerri); and six great-grandchildren, Carter, Connor, Ryan, Makayla, Hanna and Noah. Peter was predeceased by his mother, father, and stepmother, a brother and two sisters, five stepsisters and two stepbrothers. Peter is also survived by his sister Polly and many nieces, nephews and friends. Peter was born on August 8, 1917 in Medika, Manitoba. He came to Winnipeg where he met Anne and they were married on April 12, 1942. Peter worked for Ogilvie Flour Mills, from which he retired in 1982. His family meant everything to him and he meant everything to his family. Pallbearers will be his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. The family is very grateful to the staff of River East WRHA for their care and compassion over the last several years. Also thank you to the staff at Seven Oaks Hospital, Level 3, U6 for making Dad's last days comfortable. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of your choice. Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, February 24 at 10:00 a.m. at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main St. Interment to follow in Glen Eden Memorial Gardens. Vichnaya Pam'Yat Forever remembered 586-8044

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 22, 2011