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EDWARD JOSEPH DRZYSTEK

Born: Nov 30, 1937

Date of Passing: Dec 27, 2012

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EDWARD JOSEPH DRZYSTEK November 30, 1937 With sadness we announce the passing of Ed Drzystek on December 27, 2012, after a lengthy battle with heart failure. He leaves to mourn his wife Joey and daughters Sandra, Shelley and Sheree, his brother John (Leona), niece Karli (Jeremy), nephew Wade (Brooke) and their sons Odin, Ryder and Grayson. He was predeceased by his parents Joseph and Pauline Drzystek and his brother Emile. Ed was born in Poland and the war years took him to Siberia, Persia, Uganda and finally England before the family immigrated to Canada in 1948. They settled in Limerick, Saskatchewan where he completed his High School. He began his 37 year career with the CIBC in Assiniboia, SK. He was transferred to Winnipeg in 1961 and worked in numerous branches around the city retiring in 1993 as manager of One Lombard Place. As a young man, his favourite things were hockey, baseball, football and curling. In later years he became an avid armchair sports fan and news buff. His favourite things were work, gardening around his home in the city and cottage in Matlock, travelling, fishing, cribbage, good laughs and time spent with family and friends. He was known for his dedication, optimistic outlook and his work ethic both at the office and at home. He will be remembered for his big voice, hearty laugh, generosity and sense of fair play. His girls were the loves of his life. He will be missed by his family, friends and the many people whose lives he touched. We extend our thanks to his long time doctors Al Schroeder and Robert Kroeker for their care, support and kindness during his long illness. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the St. Boniface Hospital Foundation-Cardiac Research. A Celebration of Life will be held at North Kildonan United Church at 174 Pentland Street in North Kildonan on Wednesday, January 2, 2013 at 1:30 p.m.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 29, 2012

Condolences & Memories (32 entries)

  • Joey, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time and hope to see you back in White Rock. You are missed at book club by all of us. Hope to see you soon. All the best....Susan McAree - Posted by: susan mcaree (white rock friend { book club }) on: Jan 17, 2013

  • Dear, Joey and girls. Betty & I are so sorry to hear of Ed's passing. Having worked with Ed at 3 different locations , I would say Ed was one of a kind, a dedicated and successful banker , who also knew how to enjoy life. One of his famous lines was, " Well if this doesn't work out I guess I can always go back to farming in Limerick Sask". - Posted by: Bill Witter (Fellow banker & friend. ) on: Jan 11, 2013

  • Ed was my manager at 201 Henderson & at One Lombard. Was a joy to work for. We always joked that now we had a Polish Pope. Hope he gets to play cards with him. Condolences to Joey & the girls. - Posted by: Stella Hollens (co- worker) on: Jan 03, 2013

  • Very sad news of John's brother, Ed passing. Our deepest sympathy to Joey and girls, John and Leona, Wade & Karli. Love Russ Ruth Johnson, Family. - Posted by: Russ Ruth Johnson (John Drzystek 's is our brother - in -law) on: Jan 03, 2013

  • Sandra - Cindy and I offer our heartfelt condolences to you and your family on the loss of your father. Our thoughts are with you. - Posted by: Don and Cindy Larsen (Friends of Sandra) on: Jan 02, 2013

  • Dear Joey, Sandra, Shelly and Sheree We were sorry to hear of Ed's passing. It was always a joyous time when we visited together. Ed will be greatly missed. Love and prayers. - Posted by: Archie & Gwen (uncle & aunt) on: Jan 01, 2013

  • Joey and girls; John and family so sorry to hear of Ed's passing at this time. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. Cherish all the wonderful memories. His great laugh, joy of travelling, good game of cribbage or hearts around the kitchen table, the lively discussions. Sorry we cannot be with you for the celebration of life. - Posted by: Bob and Hazel Maull () on: Jan 01, 2013

  • My Prayers are with you and your family. - Posted by: vivian masse (friend bridge White Rosk BC) on: Dec 31, 2012

  • John and Leona, we are both so sorry for your loss. John, we know how pleased you were that Ed could attend your retirement party. Our thoughts and condolences our with your whole family. - Posted by: Brenda Grey & Anne Shewchuk (John's Co-workers) on: Dec 31, 2012

  • John and Leona, we are both so sorry for your loss. John, we know how pleased you were that Ed could attend your retirement party. - Posted by: Brenda Grey & Anne Shewchuk (John's Co-workers) on: Dec 31, 2012

  • Dear Joey My prayers are with you and your family at this time. Susan - Posted by: susan lazar (a White Rock bridge friend of Joey) on: Dec 31, 2012

  • Dear Joey, we are so sorry to hear of Ed's passing. We were looking forward to your visit to White Rock, and will miss his hearty laugh. Our sympathy to you and your daughters. Hope to see you later in the year. Our love and hugs for you. - Posted by: Marlene & Doug Wrong (Friend) on: Dec 31, 2012

  • Chàre Sandy et famille, Je tiens à t'offrir mes plus sincères condoléances. Je sais que c'est un temps difficile et que ce n'est jamais facile de perdre un parent. Je te garde dans mes pensées et je te donne une grosse caresse. Bon courage! May the good and beautiful memories stay in your heart forever. Amitiés, Huguette - Posted by: Huguette Trudel (Friend) on: Dec 30, 2012

  • My greatest regret is not having spent more time with cousin Ed. His wonderful sense of humour and smile will live with me forever, as I hope it will with others who have had the pleasure of knowing him. Joey and girls, as well as John and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you, and am comforted by the fact that the spirit of a wonderful man will live on in your hearts, as it will in mine. I am so sorry that I was out of town and did not hear of his passing until today, otherwise I would be there with you to celebrate the life of a very special man. - Posted by: Stan Drystek (Cousin) on: Dec 30, 2012

  • Although our visits were too few and far between, I always looked forward to spending time with Ed and remember each of his visits, from when I was a little girl. I will always remember his wonderful laugh, his joy of life and love of his family. He was an inspiration to me, and will never be forgotten. - Posted by: Marilyn Francis (Cousin) on: Dec 30, 2012

  • We were extremely saddened to learn of Ed's passing. We will remember Ed as a very pleasant man. He maintained his positive demeanour even during his illness. Ed will be missed at Stornoway. Our sincere condolences to Joey and family. - Posted by: Ken & Terry Thomson (Friends & Neighbours) on: Dec 30, 2012

  • Joey: I am so sorry to hear of Ed's passing....and I DO remember his hearty laugh. I remember hearing of his problems when walking with you in the Serpentine Fen Bird Sanctuary whilst with Newcomers. Please come back and talk some more. Maddie. - Posted by: Maddie Allerton (Friend) on: Dec 30, 2012

  • We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Uncle Ed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. - Posted by: Geoff, Joanna, Haley and Hannah Maull (Nephew and family ) on: Dec 30, 2012

  • Dear Joey, I was sad to hear of Ed's passing over the Christmas season. My thoughts are with you & your family at this time. Sincerely, Mary Maydanyk - Posted by: Mary Maydanyk (Neighbour ( S. Surrey, B.C.)) on: Dec 29, 2012

  • Ed was a man of integrity. He beamed when he talked about his family and enjoyed having a laugh with all he came into contact with. Ed was known as a straight-forward guy, "tell it like it is" , however his caring character guided his life. We will miss his smile and joyful laughter and the treasure of friendship we shared. Celebrating Ed's life is a Blessing and the Angels in Heaven will have a new Polish voice in the choir. Our most sincere sympathy to Joey, daughters, family and friends. - Posted by: Ron & Cyndee St.Hilaire (Friends) on: Dec 29, 2012

  • My thoughts and prayers are with you, Joey and the girls. May the memories of your life together bring you joy, peace and comfort. I will remember Mr. D. as a very wonderful and understanding boss, always have time for his employees and customers. He was always cheerful and had a wonderful story to tell in his booming voice. Joey, he always talked very highly about you and the kids and I know that he adored you all. He would be sadly missed, especially at the senior's functions. - Posted by: KAREN MAHARAJ (was his secretary at Portage & Hargrave Branch for a few years) on: Dec 29, 2012

  • Great friend, although for so short a time. Enjoyed our get-togethers, and are saddened that we will not be able to enjoy his company again. Condolences to Joey and the family. Alice & Ed Evancio - Posted by: Ed & Alice Evancio (White Rock / South Surrey Newcomer friends) on: Dec 29, 2012

  • Dear Sheree and family, may all the fond memories of what you did as a family help you as you remember and celebrate your dad's life. May God Bless you all. All our love Don & Bonny Hutniak - Posted by: Don & Bonny Hutniak (Former colleague of Sheree) on: Dec 29, 2012

  • Uncle Ed was a wonderful uncle, he will be missed by many people. Will keep his memories close at heart. Love Jonathan (Jody) - Posted by: Jonathan Maull (Nephew) on: Dec 29, 2012

  • We had some great times together on the Baseball Diamond, Hockey Rink and the Football feild He was an excellent athlete. Although I have not seen him for many years he will be missed as an alumni of Limerick High School - Posted by: Vincent Skarban (School mate.) on: Dec 29, 2012

  • Joey, Sandra, Shelley, Sheree Our deepest condolences on the passing of Cousin Ed. I have fond memories of your visits in Wilno, and the occasions I had the opportunity to visit in Winnipeg. His laugh, jokes and sense of humour are well remembered. I passed along this sad news to my mother, Eleanor Drystek, yesterday and she also passes along her deepest condolences to your family. Henry, Donna, Nina & Sophie - Posted by: Henry Drystek () on: Dec 29, 2012

  • Saddened to hear of Ed's death - was so looking forward to hearing his hearty laugh again. - Posted by: Rena Lyon (Neighbour/Friend) on: Dec 29, 2012

  • Joey, I was so sad to hear of your loss. My deepest sympathies go to you and your family. - Posted by: Polly Lavack, White Rock, BC (Friend) on: Dec 29, 2012

  • Dear John & Leona. Sylvia & I extend our sympathy and condolences on the passing of your brother. Love & God's Blessings! - Posted by: Leonard & Sylvia Baron () on: Dec 29, 2012

  • Dear Joey & family, I would like to offer you my deepest condolences on the loss of Ed. He was one special man who touched my life in the most momentous way at CIBC One Lombard. We would take turns chatting it up on our morning rounds and he was the most positive and upbeat person. Everyone loved him! I cannot tell you how wonderful it was to meet you...ever so briefly...when you and Ed came to my Booksigning at Coles, Kildonan Place. Once again, after so many years, Ed's vibrant personality brightened my day. God bless you, Dolores - Posted by: Dolores Ayotte (Fellow Employee at the CIBC) on: Dec 29, 2012

  • Ed was manager of the CIBC at Portage & Donald, where I began working in 1977. I remember him as a smiling, happy man with a big hearty laugh. I can well imagine the void his passing will leave. With deepest sympathy to his family! - Posted by: Lauren Godin (Bell) (former employee) on: Dec 29, 2012

  • We are sorry to learn of Ed's passing. He was such a friendly, welcoming man any time we met. He will be missed very much. As a banker, he was a wonderful mentor who always had one's wellbeing, career and interest at the forefront. Ed was the type of person who was always receptive to consultation and always made one feel that they were the most important person in any conversation. As the obituary reads, he was very dedicated and highly motivated at whatever task he undertook. Family; may you find strength and comfort in the wonderful memories of a truly great man. - Posted by: Bill & Susan Finlay (Banking & Family friends) on: Dec 29, 2012

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