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WALTER HOCHKEVICH
Born: Mar 25, 1924
Date of Passing: Sep 15, 2012
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryWALTER HOCHKEVICH Walter Hochkevich, 88 years, left us peacefully on Saturday, September 15, 2012 after a brief stay at the Riverview Health Centre in Winnipeg. He leaves his wife of 63 years, Mary (nee Zerebeski); his children Sharon (Craig), Lauren (Ken) and Gordon (Irene); grandchildren Robin (Dave), Dustin (Crystal), Cole, Luke, Buddy (Natasha), and Justine; great-granddaughters Heidi and Holly, as well as numerous family members. Born on March 25, 1924 in Rossdale, MB, the middle son of John and Maria (nee Payjack) Hochkevich, he grew up on the family farm with his siblings - Martin (Angela), Anne, Kate, Agnes and his surviving brother Victor (Nellie). As a young man, Walter had an interest in motors and was employed as a mechanic for a number of years. After proudly serving with the Royal Canadian Artillery in Europe during the Second World War, he ventured to Atikokan, ON, where he met the love of his life, Mary. They married in 1949, and returned to Manitoba to make their life together, raising their children in St. Andrews on their farm. Walter looked forward to every occasion that brought his family together. His greatest joy was seeing his grandchildren blossom into adults. GeeGee's pride was evident when they all came home and their teasing conversations will be treasured memories. Walter's hobby was Feeding the Ponies at Assiniboia Downs. He was always studying a race program to find the next winner. Funeral service 10:00 a.m., Thursday, September 20, 2012 at Bardal Funeral Home, 843 Sherbrook Street, with visitation one hour prior to the service. Interment will follow at Brookside Cemetery. Flowers gratefully declined. If desired, donations can be made to the Riverview Health Centre. He's at the Post Bardal Funeral Home Crematorium 843 Sherbrook Street, 204-774-7474 Parking behind the funeral home Condolences: www.bardal.ca
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Sep 18, 2012
Condolences & Memories (6 entries)
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Our family would like to extend our deepest sympathy to Auntie Mary, Sharon and Craig, Lauren and Ken, Gordon and Irene, and their families. Although many years have passed since we were neighbors, I have many fond memories of Uncle Walter and the entire family. I will always remember him as a kind, fun-loving man who greeted everyone with a smile. - Posted by: Carol Pashko (Senavich) (family friend) on: Sep 20, 2012
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I did not know Walter, but know Vic and Nel, went to school with Lauren and Gord. My heartfelt sympathies to the family. Mariane Lauritsen - Posted by: Mariane Lauritsen (Aquaintance) on: Sep 20, 2012
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My memories of Uncle Walter and Aunty Mary are very vivid in my mind. You were so wonderful to me when I was very young....you saved me from the potato patch so many times. Both of you were special....Uncle Walter always had a smile and a kind word....You will now be with Mom and Dad and Bonnie....Although we did not see you much in these last years I will miss knowing that you have gone from us....Love Audrey - Posted by: Audrey Boch (relative) on: Sep 18, 2012
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I sincerely regret that I only met you once. Several years ago, when I visited Winnipeg, I was told exactly where to go at the racetrack to find you. Sure enough that is where you were. You reminded me so much of my own father that I was over whelmed, but still you took valuable time from your pre-race procedure to share with me some of our joint genealogy. Thank you. - Posted by: Russell Pchajek (cousin) on: Sep 18, 2012
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We will miss you Uncle Walter the memories of your laughter and sense of fun for life and family will stay with us forever. God has received a fantstic soul into Heaven and will surely take notice of the extra joy you will be bring.. Ken Joann, Angela and Betty - Posted by: Ken Joaane Angela & Betty Spilchuk (Family) on: Sep 18, 2012
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God is now looking after you. Dad will be there with you and now has a partner to gamble with. - Posted by: Gary Chizick (God son) on: Sep 18, 2012