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JOHN LEWICKI
Born: Feb 01, 1934
Date of Passing: Jul 23, 2007
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryJOHN LEWICKI After a courageous battle with cancer, John passed away surrounded by his family on July 23, 2007, at the Gimli Health Centre at the age of 73 years. He will be lovingly remembered and missed by the love of his life, Muriel Howarth; his children, Debbie (Bryan Kliewer) Lewicki, Darrell (Michelle) Lewicki, stepchildren, Glen (Gisele) Howarth, Diane (Randy) Allan, Karen (Paul) Armstrong; grandchildren, Devon, Kai, Shannon, Danielle, Jade, Brian, Jodie, Nikkole, Clay, Garrett, Cole, Brett; brother Eric (Dorothy) Lewicki; niece Donna (Andy) Meeker; and numerous other nieces and nephews. John was predeceased by his parents, Jeannie and Michael Lewicki; sister Mary Wojtowicki; and niece Ursula Wojtowicki. John was born in Hubbard, Saskatchewan, on February 1, 1934. His family moved to a farm in Carlowrie, Manitoba, in 1944. From there he moved to Winnipeg and later graduated from Daniel McIntyre Collegiate. He found his roots in the trucking industry, which he loved and was employed for 42 years. As a young man, he began his career as a billing clerk with Motorways in 1956; he started Cougar Freight Systems in May 1979 and eventually retired as Vice-President of Tri-Line Freight Systems in 1998. John was a huge sports fan, particularly when it came to hockey and golf. Big John was one of the founding members of the St. James Canadians Junior Hockey Team as well as AAA hockey in Winnipeg. He enjoyed spending his time at Sandy Hook Golf Course with his friends and family in the summer months and Myrtle Beach, SC, in the winter months. He also spent endless hours making sure his prized vegetable garden and yard was the envy of Matlock. John had a great sense of humour, always had a story to tell and made many friends along the way. The family would like to thank Dr. S.V. Patel, Dr. Pat Harris, Dr. Leylek and all the wonderful nurses and staff at Gimli Health Centre. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to CancerCare Manitoba, 675 McDermot Ave., Room ON1160, Winnipeg, MB R3E 0V9. Memorial service will be held on Monday, July 30, 2007, at 2:00 p.m. at Glen Eden Funeral Home. Arrangements entrusted to: Glen Eden Funeral Home 4477 Main Street 338-7111 We love you! Rest Easy
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 27, 2007
Condolences & Memories (3 entries)
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Surfing the internet for Old Motorways pictures Saw John Lewicki's obituary. I didn't know him very well except that he's the man that hired me when I went to work for Cougar. Always thought him very fair. I was saddened a bit knowing he passed. He's one of the good guys a person get's to know through out one's life.. Hope to meet you again Mr. Lewicki - Posted by: Emil Pellerin (former Cougar O/O ) on: Sep 02, 2015
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John was my father-in-law. Before John's daughter Deb and I got married, John and I played many games of golf . At our wedding, John told everyone when it comes to golf his advice was take two months off and then quit. John, I am sure you are aware my game is getting better. I finally beat Muriel by one stroke. I miss and think about you every day. It was a great ride and I am glad I was a small part of the ride. Have good game in Heaven. Your favourite son-in-law Bryan Kliewer - Posted by: Bryan Kliewer (Family) on: Sep 05, 2007
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John was my boss for a number of years before retiring. Instead of the usual intimidating caustic person your boss can be he was very open, very supportive and had a large hand in helping me develop some of the goals our division needed in order to grow. Firstly he was a good friend, a person this world will miss, One of his favourite lines was "It sure was a good ride" something he said when he retired. ENJOY YOUR RIDE TO HEAVEN JOHN!!!!! - Posted by: Dave Wright (Co-Worker) on: Jul 31, 2007