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NELLIE (SPARKY) WOWCHUK (SYMCHYCH)
Born: Mar 17, 1926
Date of Passing: Dec 04, 2012
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NELLIE (SPARKY) WOWCHUK (nee SYMCHYCH) March 17, 1926 - December 4, 2012 It is with deep sadness the family announces the passing of our mother, grandmother and great-grandmother Nellie Wowchuk. Nellie was born in Dauphin, Manitoba. She left home to work in Central Patricia, Ontario where she met her husband Walter. They married in 1946 and had many happy years until Walter's passing in 2001. Mom spent most of her life in Fisher Branch, Manitoba, until moving to Winnipeg in 2007. Mom's greatest joy was her family. She looked forward to spending time with all of us. She loved company. She especially loved to cook and bake. When the holidays approached, you could find her in the kitchen preparing her specialties - perogies and perishke (cabbage buns). Her homemade donuts would rival Tim's. In the spring and summer months, she would spend most of her time outdoors tending to her flowers and vegetable garden. The fruits of her labour would be canned and enjoyed in the winter months. Community activities played an important part in our Mom's life. She was very active in the Fisher Branch Women's Institute. She loved golfing at the Fisher Branch Golf Club where her friends witnessed a "hole in One"! Singing with the Song Birds gave her much pleasure. Mom loved to travel. She looked forward to her winter vacations. Mom was very talented. We all have something Mom made for us - knitting being her favourite. Mom loved life and lived it to the fullest. Mom will be lovingly remembered by her sons, Ed (Donna), Dave (Jeanne) and daughter Debbie; grandchildren, Stacey (Marc) Pepin, Lindsay (Kevin), Garret (Melanie), Dylan, Chelsey and great-grandchild Alexander Pepin; her mother-in-law Katherine Wowchuk; sisters, Polly Johnson and Rose (Doug) Smith; sister in-law Elsie (John) Kolbuck; brother-in-law Bill, and her many nieces and nephews. Special thanks to our Aunt Elsie Kolbuck for all she did for mom over the years. Linda Abraham for spending her days with us during this sad time. Thank you for everything you did. We would like to thank all our family and friends who came to visit Mom while she was in the hospital. Being the Social Butterfly that she was, your visits meant so much to her. The family would like to offer thanks for the kind and compassionate care given by the staff at The Women's Centre and Concordia Hospital. A special thank you to Dr. Loticki and Dr. Popowich, CancerCare, Dr. Garcia and Dr. Johnson, Concordia Hospital. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to CancerCare Manitoba, Suite 5-25 Sherbrook Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3C 2B1, the Fisher Branch Personal Care Home, Fisher Branch, Manitoba R0C 0Z0, or a charity of your choice. Funeral Service will be held Friday, December 7 at 4:00 p.m. at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main Street. Cremation has taken place. A family interment will follow at a later date. "Mom, you will continue to live on in the hearts of everyone you have touched. We love you and will miss you." CROPO FUNERAL CHAPEL 204-586-8044
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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 06, 2012
Condolences & Memories (23 entries)
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I can remember talking to Nellie on the phone. It was always nice to hear from her. My deepest sympathy to you all. - Posted by: David Symchych (nephw) on: Jan 24, 2013
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My brother Jim and I remember Nellie and Walter so fondly. When we were children, we usually went to Fisher Branch once or twice a year to visit. Nellie was my Dad's favourite sister and even though they were many years apart in age (14), he always looked out for her. Our visits to Fisher Branch were always looked forward to, as our aunt and uncle were consummate hosts. They both were always upbeat no matter what the circumstances. She was a lady of many talents. Jim and I remember her wonderful cooking very fondly. We haven't seen each other a great deal in recent years, but every visit will be fondly remembered. Here's hoping you are having a wonderful get together with all your loved ones in heaven and hopefully, you are whipping up a batch of saurkraut buns and perogies to enliven the party. I miss the taste of them still. We send you much love, Kathi, Jim, Gary, Vanessa and Ben. - Posted by: Kathi Wirth (niece) on: Dec 18, 2012
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My first experience of unconditional love was with my Baba and Gigi. They were both the most selfless and loving people I knew. I am saddened to know I didn't learn everything I needed her to teach me before Baba left us. I will love her forever, to the moon and back. If I can be anything like her one day, I will be a very lucky girl. You're my heart, don't go too far from me Bob....I still need you :) I love you so so so much - Posted by: Lindsay (Grand daughter) on: Dec 11, 2012
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To the Wowchuk family: As a young girl growing up in Fisher Branch I remember Nellie to be a very happy lady. Always smiling and giggling. I don't every recall her being unhappy. She worked for my dad at the Fisher Branch Motor Hotel. My parents and Walter & Nellie were very close neighbours & good friends. My mom missed Nellie terribly when she moved to Winnipeg. She talked about her all the time and all the things they did as neighbours. You have our heartfelt sympathy at the loss of such a very special lady! But she's up there with Walter back in "WOWCHUK'S GARDEN" planting all those potatoes and raspberries they were famous for. Once again they are together as it should be. Keep her memory close to your heart as she will be with you every day. The good lord takes the good ones far too soon! God bless you Nellie. - Posted by: Cindy Anderson (Wallack) & Terry Wallack (Friend & Fisher Branch Neighbour) on: Dec 08, 2012
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To the Wowchuk Family.....My deepest sympathy in the loss of your Mom/Baba. She was a great person...treasure the memories.....My thoughts and prayers are with you all,during this difficult time. - Posted by: Joanne Bouchard (Friend) on: Dec 07, 2012
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Dear Ed, Donna, Stacey and Lindsay - I am so very sorry for your loss. I remember Nellie fondly; she was a wonderful lady. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Sincerely, Lisa - Posted by: Lisa Kachulak-Babey () on: Dec 07, 2012
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To the Wowchuk family, I was deeply saddened to hear about your Mom's/Grandma's passing. She was a very caring, kind, generous and special lady. I have only fond memories of her and the "wonderful way" she had with everyone. With my deepest sympathy, Marilyn Owler (Dubois) - Posted by: Marilyn Owler (Dubois) (Old friend) on: Dec 07, 2012
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What a thoughtful, generous lady who always had time to help any one, she gave much to the community, Women's Institute, Song Birds and Community Centre etc. We will remember her laughter, singing and jokes especially when we where on holidays down south, one could always count on Nellie and Walter to start up a song or get out and dance. Memories are treasured forever and we will not forget the happiness you gave to so many and your family. God Bless you. My deepest and heartful sympathy to all the family/June Kopys - Posted by: June Kopys (Friend) on: Dec 07, 2012
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I was very sorry to hear the news. Nellie was a wonderful woman with a warm heart and a friend to everyone. I enjoyed the time I spent with her more than I can say and I will always remember the kindness she showed me. My deepest sympathy to the family. - Posted by: Cindy Steranka (Friend) on: Dec 07, 2012
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Our sincere condolences to the family. Your Mother was a wonderful woman. - Posted by: Roberta & Mikey Stocki (Friend & neighbour) on: Dec 07, 2012
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I have not seen Nellie in so many years but I sure remember what a wonder woman she was. Fondest of memories. - Posted by: Kate Doerr (friend) on: Dec 06, 2012
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Ed, David and Debbie - so sorry to hear about your mom. She was always such a happy person with a smile and kind word for everyone. All the thoughts everyone is reflecting about her are so true - a very special person. Our thoughts are with you. - Posted by: Linda & Steve Small (friend) on: Dec 06, 2012
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Dear Family am so sorry for your loss. Nellie was a dear friend, always caring and happy. My personal good times with your Mom was curling was a good teacher with lots of laughs. Her favorite expression if you didn't make the "house" was "why be short" and you'll do it next time she always said. Our group trips to California Venezuala, Palm Springs was crazy with your Mom and Dad fun fun fun. I'm sure she is happy to see your Dad and they will be waltzing across heaven together again. Take care and keep the memories I'm sure you have lots. - Posted by: Diane Senkow (Friend) on: Dec 06, 2012
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Ed, Dave, Debbie and Families: Our sincerest condolences. As a kid, back in the 60's, I remember watching Hockey Night in Canada almost every Wednesday (Toronto and Montreal) at your house. Your parents were so welcoming and it was always a pleasure being there (and her perogies were amazing!). Rest in peace, Mrs. W. - Posted by: Jerry & Donna Kolbuck (Friend) on: Dec 06, 2012
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My heartfelt sympathy to the Wowchuk family on the loss of your mother and grandmother. Your mother was a very special person. Known her from Fisher Branch days. My thoughts and Prayer are with you at this difficult time. - Posted by: Mary Ptashynski (acquaintances from the past) on: Dec 06, 2012
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Nellie and her late husband, Walter, were absolute pillars of the Fisher Branch community for many decades. Both were very dear people who were a pleasure to be around. My sincere condolences to the family. They will be missed and long remembered. - Posted by: Tom Nevakshonoff (MLA Interlake) on: Dec 06, 2012
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My condolences to your family. It has been a number of years now since I last had acquaintances with Nellie, but I will always remember her hospitality when my late husband Ron and I visited with her and Walter in Fisher Branch for Co-op functions. - Posted by: Shirley King (Friend) on: Dec 06, 2012
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My husband, sister and myself had the pleasure of meeting Nellie and Debbie numerous times through our baba (Dora Wagner), Nellie always had the biggest smile and such a warm heart. She was always so welcoming. Debbie and family we are so very sorry for your loss of such a special person, you're in our thoughts and prayers. - Posted by: Lisa and Darin smith () on: Dec 06, 2012
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Ed, Donna and family, Ed, your Mother sounded like a wonderful person that will be sadly missed by her family and friends. Thinking of you and your family at this difficult time. - Posted by: Terry and Art Horrox (friend) on: Dec 06, 2012
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My deepest sympathy. I have such wonderful memories of your mother and such laughs. The things our mothers got up to! She will so dearly be missed. - Posted by: Donna Myden (Friend) on: Dec 06, 2012
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To the Wowchuk family: Our deepest condolences on the loss of your mom/baba. Nellie was such a happy person and could always brighten up anyone's day! I will always remember the sparkle in her eyes. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her, young and old. Rest in peace, Nellie. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, the family, at this difficult time. - Posted by: Lorna and Gord Morrison (friends(Fisher Branch)) on: Dec 06, 2012
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Aunty Nellie was truly an angel on earth. All who knew her were blessed with her love and kindness. Find comfort in knowing that she will be watching over us from above. - Posted by: Gail & Harry Radtke () on: Dec 06, 2012
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We will always remember & treasure the many memories we have of spending time with Nellie. The sound of her laugh, her smile, her warm hugs, her compassion to others & her passion for life itself. We are sure that she is up in heaven dancing with Walter, having a lovely time & of course Walter is asking, "Am I red Nellie?" Nellie is replying, " Yes, Walter, you are red!" - Posted by: Eileen & Ron Didora (Friend) on: Dec 06, 2012
