NICHOLAS STEFANISHYN

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NICHOLAS STEFANISHYN After a brief battle with cancer, it is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our brother Nicholas (Nick) Stefanishyn, at the Selkirk General Hospital, on March 8, 2012 at the age of 70. Nick was born in Winnipeg, MB on June 10, 1941 and was the eldest son in a family of eight siblings. Nick was predeceased by his brother Stanley (1956), father Walter (1988), mother Frances (1997), and brother John (2010). Left to cherish his memory are his sisters Shirley (Ed), Linda, brothers Earl (Jeane), Larry (Brenda), Eddie, also sister-in-law Irene, as well as many nephews and nieces. Nick worked very hard alongside his father on the family farm, raising livestock, growing grain and market gardening. At various times he also worked for the Lasko Brothers in St. Adolphe, MB, McIvor and Ward Brothers in Selkirk, Litz Crane Services in Winnipeg, Brick n' Tile in Lockport, Mandak in Selkirk and Selkirk Ready Mix. Nick enjoyed hours of picking wild berries and mushrooms. He enjoyed hunting, biking, puzzles, meeting and talking to anyone he met. He was a friend to all, very kind, generous, hardworking and wouldn't hesitate to give anyone a helping hand. He loved all animals especially his pet dog Bear . He was famous for his potato pancakes which we all enjoyed. A special thanks to the nursing staff at the Selkirk General for their compassion and care. A special thanks to Dave, Joan and Darren Galka. Cremation has taken place (Gilbart Funeral Home). A family service will be held at a later date. If you wish, donations can be made to the Manitoba Lung Association, 629 McDermot Ave., Winnipeg, MB R3A 1P6.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Mar 13, 2012