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HENRY KOWBEL April 3, 1925 - September 17, 2012 Peacefully following a lengthy illness and with family at his side, Henry Alexander Kowbel left this life to begin a new one in the heaven he believed in faithfully his entire life. Beloved husband of Nettie, his wife of 63 years, proud father of Louise (Ken), Kathryn, Bruce (Scott), Brian and Donna, and busting-at-the-seams proud grandfather and great-grandfather. Predeceased by parents Emilia and Paul, sisters June and Lucille, and daughter-in-law Karen, he will be remembered by mother-in-law Stella Baran, brother Robert, sister Alice, nieces, nephews and friends. Henry loved many things but three true loves defined his life: first and foremost - and always - his family; the cottage on Bird Lake, a summer refuge for over 50 years; and finally, the community of friends that filled his life and who, with his family, will sorely miss his ready smile and gentle humour. A longtime resident of St. James, Henry was a founding member of St. Paul the Apostle parish and spent his career in the automotive industry, most notably as owner of Jameswood Service then until his retirement with Birchwood Motors. He and Nettie enjoyed exploring Europe, cruising the Caribbean and driving ambling routes to Texas and back. Many thanks to the staff at Tower 6 Deer Lodge Centre. Flowers are gratefully declined. Donations in Henry's memory to DLC Centre Tower 6 Personal Care Home, (2109 Portage Ave., Winnipeg, MB R3J 0L3) would be appreciated. Funeral Liturgy was celebrated on Friday, September 21, 2012 at 10:30 a.m.
Publish Date: Sep 22, 2012
HENRY KOWBEL April 3, 1925 - September 17, 2012 Peacefully following a lengthy illness and with family at his side, Henry Alexander Kowbel left this life to begin a new one in the heaven he believed in faithfully his entire life. Beloved husband of Nettie, his wife of 63 years, proud father of Louise (Ken), Kathryn, Bruce (Scott), Brian and Donna, and busting-at-the-seams proud grandfather and great-grandfather. Predeceased by parents Emilia and Paul, sisters June and Lucille, and daughter-in-law Karen, he will be remembered by mother-in-law Stella Baran, brother Robert, sister Alice, nieces, nephews and friends. Henry loved many things but three true loves defined his life: first and foremost - and always - his family; the cottage on Bird Lake, a summer refuge for over 50 years; and finally, the community of friends that filled his life and who, with his family, will sorely miss his ready smile and gentle humour. A longtime resident of St. James, Henry was a founding member of St. Paul the Apostle parish and spent his career in the automotive industry, most notably as owner of Jameswood Service then until his retirement with Birchwood Motors. He and Nettie enjoyed exploring Europe, cruising the Caribbean and driving ambling routes to Texas and back. Many thanks to the staff at Tower 6 Deer Lodge Centre. Flowers are gratefully declined. Donations in Henry's memory to DLC Centre Tower 6 Personal Care Home, (2109 Portage Ave., Winnipeg, MB R3J 0L3) would be appreciated. Funeral Liturgy will be celebrated on Friday, September 21, 2012 at 10:30 a.m. in St. Paul The Apostle Roman Catholic Church, 2400 Portage Avenue with Rev. Fr. José Eduardo Medeiros, presiding. Inurnment will follow in Assumption Roman Catholic Cemetery, 3990 Portage Avenue.
Publish Date: Sep 20, 2012
HENRY KOWBEL On Monday, September 17, 2012, Henry died at Deer Lodge Centre at the age of 87 years. A longer obituary notice to follow. Wojcik's Funeral Chapel in care of arrangements.
Publish Date: Sep 19, 2012
Publish Date: Sep 20, 2012
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Sep 22, 2012
Condolences & Memories (7 entries)
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My condolences to you, Nettie, and your whole family. - Posted by: Wendy Peters (former neighbour on Athlone Drive) on: Sep 22, 2012
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Henry was a neighbor of ours at Bird Lake. I have many fond memories of the summers spent at the lake as a child with the family. My thoughts and prayers go out to all the Kowbel family. - Posted by: Sue Kondra (Family friend) on: Sep 20, 2012
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Nettie, our deepest condolences to you and your family... and to Alice and Bob. Henry was a fine and respected man whose smile, honesty, generous heart and good-nature will not be forgotten.God bless you all in this time of sorrow. - Posted by: Conrad (Babe) and Lorraine Mialkowski (Cousin/Ottawa) on: Sep 20, 2012
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Henry was one of the constants in my life growing up, whether I saw him sitting near the front of the church, at "Henry's garage" or just visiting with our family. He was a good friend to my parents and someone they counted on in good times and bad. My sincere condolences to your family. - Posted by: Maureen MacDonald (Family Friend) on: Sep 20, 2012
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My condolences Nettie, I always enjoyed your company when you would bring Henry in for a haircut. I will miss seeing you around the centre. Sandra Deer Lodge Hair Salon - Posted by: Sandra Magnusson (Friend/Barber) on: Sep 19, 2012
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I have known Henry all my life. He was a close family friend. He had a very positive impact on my life. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers of my family in Kitchener are with Nettie and the whole Kowbel clan at the time. - Posted by: Patrick O'Toole (close family friend) on: Sep 19, 2012
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Henry was a good friend to my Mother, Joan and Stepfather, George. We all had fun times at Bird Lake, on the Pontoon Boat, playing cards, parties or just visiting. Henry will be greatly missed. - Posted by: Kathleen Clear (Friend) on: Sep 19, 2012
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