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PETER WIGORSKI
Born: Apr 25, 1922
Date of Passing: May 19, 2013
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryPETER WIGORSKI April 25, 1922 - May 19, 2013 With surprise, and sadness our family announces the passing of Peter. Until recently, he led a very active social life, as well as maintaining his residence and cottage. In 1939 as Hitler's Germany attacked Poland, Peter was taken prisoner and interned in a remote Siberian slave labour camp (Gulag). After his release, he was deployed to Iran, Iraq, Palestine, and then to Egypt, where the 2nd Polish Corps formed and joined the British 8th Army for the invasion of Italy. After the war, unable to return to Poland, Peter immigrated to Canada and settled in Lethbridge, where he met and married Wandzia. He worked for the Midland and Canadian Pacific Railways until his retirement at age 65 years. Peter was a member of the Polish Combatants Association #13 and a member of Holy Ghost Parish. Peter received a number of military medals. Peter loved the outdoors and found great joy in his grandchildren. Peter was predeceased by his wife Wandzia. He leaves to mourn daughters Danusia (Diana), and Irenka (Irene) and their husbands Rich Ludwick and Neil Okumura, grandchildren Dallas and Teralynn Ludwick, Chad and Ciara Okumura, sister Stefa Le Roux, and extended family in South Africa. Friday, May 24, at 9:30 a.m. praying the Rosary will precede the Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. at Holy Ghost Roman Catholic Church, 341 Selkirk Ave. Interment will follow at Assumption Cemetery. 204-586-8044
Publish Date: May 22, 2013
PETER WIGORSKI On May 19, 2013, Peter, father of Diana Ludwick and Irene Okumura, passed away at 91 years. Longer obituary to follow. CROPO FUNERAL CHAPEL 204-586-8044
Publish Date: May 21, 2013
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 22, 2013
Condolences & Memories (5 entries)
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Peter Wigorski was my uncle through marriage with my aunt Wanda. I am sorry I just now found out of his passing but happy that he lived to the age of 91. My thoughts are with my cousins Diana and Irene. - Posted by: John Klemiato (Nephew by marriage. ) on: Dec 17, 2015
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Diana & Richard, Sorry to hear of your father's passing. Will keep you in our prayers during Adoration every Wednesday evening. May he rest in peace. Regards, Carol & Gilles - Posted by: Carol & Gilles Lorteau (Friends) on: May 24, 2013
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Our Deepest Sympathy goes out to you and your family...Robert and Joan Rusak - Posted by: Dear Irene and Family () on: May 22, 2013
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Dear Diane, It appears that all the parents from Leila are leaving....having led a very long life. I lost my mom in January and just before I saw that Mrs. McBeath and Mr. Maxom passed as well. Leila Ave was a very good place to grow up! My sincere sympathy to you, Irene and your families. I would love to hear from you. Regards, Adele - Posted by: Adele Deegan (Hawkins) (former neighbour.) on: May 22, 2013
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Diana, so sorry to hear of your father's passing. It had been a rough road this last while but I do remember some of the stories you told me of your Dad, especially his love of dancing. He lived life to the fullest as I recall and you have so many good memories of him. Peace to you, Rich,and your family. Maureen and Pat - Posted by: Maureen and Pat Grace (friend of family) on: May 21, 2013
