JOHN (TUBBY) OTTAWA

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JOHN (TUBBY) OTTAWA April 26, 1918 - March 12, 2007 Peacefully surrounded by the love and prayers of his family and close friends, Tubby passed away on Monday at the Maples Personal Care Home at the age of 88 years. He was predeceased by his wife of 51 years, Nellie (Moroz) in 1994; his parents Semen and Natalia; his brother and sister in infancy. He will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his daughter Lenore Norrie and his son Ron (Christine); granddaughters, Kristen Ottawa-Ilnycky (Michael) of Calgary and Lauren Ottawa; sisters-in-law, Lena Wright of St. Paul, MN, and family and Anne Moroz and her family; cousins, nieces, nephews and many friends. He is really missed by his cat Rosie. Tubby was born in Sault Ste. Marie, ON, and came to Winnipeg in 1920 with his parents and settled in the North End. He worked most of his life for Brooke Bond Foods Ltd., retiring at 65. He spent many hours watching the Winnipeg Jets, baseball and curling. In his youth he was an exceptional snooker player. He loved to fish and enjoyed many fishing trips with his family and neighbours. He will be remembered for his sense of humour and his gentle nature. The family wishes to thank the staff at the Maples Personal Care Home, especially Mel, Carmie, Marcie, Heidi, Francia, Linda, Armand, Zamina and Rose. A special thank-you to Araceli for your extra care and support. The love and devotion of Ginger, the resident cat, will always be remembered. Prayers will be held on Friday, March 16 at 7:00 p.m. at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main St. Funeral service will be held on Saturday, March 17 at 10:00 a.m., also at the Chapel with Rev. Fr. Walter Klimchuk officiating. Interment will follow in All Saints Cemetery. Pallbearers are Wayne Carman, Ted Hapichuk, Michael Ilnycky, Stan Moroz, Tony Perrella and Jonathan Skibicki. Honorary pallbearer is Peter Prystupa. Flowers are gratefully declined. If friends so desire, donations in Tubby's memory may be made to the Winnipeg Humane Society or a charity of one's choice. Vichnaya Pam'Yat CROPO FUNERAL CHAPEL 586-8044

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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Mar 15, 2007