NEIL TASCHUK

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NEIL TASCHUK March 10, 1924 - July 16, 2006 It is with deep sadness and sorrow we announce the passing of Neil Taschuk on July 16, 2006 at St. Boniface Hospital at the age of 82 years. Predeceased by his wife Dorothy and brother Murray, he is lovingly remembered and greatly missed by his three daughters, Janet (Sonny) Fedoruk, Kerry Silver and Lesley (Don) Lewis; grandchildren, Glenn (Claudette) and children, Justin, Jaiden, Kim (Tracy) Rebeck, children, Alex and Paige, Jarrett Falk, Kristi Falk, Alicia (Jeff) White and child Jacob, Alison (Todd) Lemire and children, Justin and Serena. He will also be lovingly remembered and missed by his longtime friend and companion, Mae Collins and many brothers and sisters-in-law, nephews and nieces. Neil lived a long fulfilling life, touching the lives of everyone that knew him. He grew up in the Fort Rouge area. He served in the RCAF during Second World War as a wireless operator in Bomber Command in a Lancaster Bomber flying countless missions over Europe. Upon returning home he married the love of his life, Dorothy (Armstrong) and had three beautiful and caring daughters. Neil worked at CN Rail until his retirement. He was a member of Legion 215. Neil loved his morning coffee at Kildonan Place Mall and his weekly bingo trips to Club Regent. He was a fantastic cook and his homemade soups and chili will be greatly missed and never forgotten. His sense of humour, wit, charm and thoughtfulness were with him to his final day A celebration of his life will be held at Cropo Funeral Chapel on July 20 at 2:00 p.m. A reception will follow immediately after the service. All are welcome. The family extends a special thank-you for all the excellent care he received while a patient in I.C.U. at Seven Oaks and St. Boniface Hospitals. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Kidney Foundation of Manitoba or to a charity of your choice. CROPO FUNERAL CHAPEL 586-8044

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 19, 2006