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FABIAN PAUL ARAMBASICH Passed away peacefully at the Central Okanagan Hospice House on Wednesday, June 19, 2013 at the age of 83. Survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Violet; son George Arambasich (Natalie) of Kelowna, BC; daughter Natalie Musa (Joe) of Calgary, AB; six grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; brother Ivo and sister Mary both of Croatia; son-in-law Ivan; as well as numerous loved nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his daughter Lori. In Croatia, Fabian was a motivated and disciplined individual, which was evident throughout his life, both for his family and his career. As a young man, he aspired to be a medical doctor, at the same time training to become an Olympic rower. This in turn, started his journey to build a better and free life, hence leading him to defect from his homeland, via hijacking a fishing boat to Italy at gun point. From there, he came to Canada and settled in Winnipeg, MB, where he soon met and married his one true love, Violet and had his three loving children. His main priority was his family, focusing on being a good provider and role model, constantly upgrading and improving. Fabian obtained his Business Administration Degree from the University of Manitoba, while working full time. Fabian was very proud of his Croatian heritage and echoed that throughout his life. Some of his noted accomplishments included the conceptualization and implementation of various Croatian organizations and events and remained a corner stone of the community all his life. Fabian's successful career encompassed working at Swifts for 25 plus years and a General Manager and Director of Maple Leaf Mills for Western Canada until his retirement. Fabian enjoyed spending time at the family cabin at Star Lake, MB, where he enjoyed fishing and canoeing. He always enjoyed good conversations with a nice glass of wine. Prior to his retirement his dream with his wife was to move to Kelowna, BC. In turn Fabian, being results orientated, made this happen. They built their dream home on Shannon Lake Golf Course and golfed five days a week. He enjoyed the best of the Okanagan and also the warm weather in various locations in the winters. The family wishes to express their thanks to their relatives, friends, neighbours, the Croatian Community, the entire staff at the Hospice House and special thanks to Dr. Oyelese for his excellent care and compassion. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday, June 24, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Lourdes, 2547 Hebert Road, West Kelowna, BC, with Father Wayne Pfliger as Celebrant. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Central Okanagan Hospice Association - Hospice House, 2035 Ethel Street, Kelowna, BC V1Y 2Z6. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.springfieldfuneralhome.com 250-860-7077
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jun 22, 2013
Condolences & Memories (3 entries)
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As a star lake neighbour we became close friends as he was always helpful & friendly and we had good times together. occasionally had dinner at our homes and attended his retirement party. he was a supreme family man and was missed when the family moved to kelowna. sympathies to violet & family - Posted by: stan & irene skuzanski (friends) on: Jun 24, 2013
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Violet and family, I am so sorry to hear about Fabian's passing. I can tell you he was so proud of all of you too. He was a great man who accomplished and loved much. Fabian was my confidant and mentor in my early days at Swift and made sure he followed my career for many years. Wish I could be there to share your sorrow and joy, my thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless you, Bill. - Posted by: Bill McLean (Friend) on: Jun 23, 2013
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Fabian will surely be missed, he was a good man. He was there to help me when i went through hard times of losing my father in an accident at Rothsay. My condolences go out to the family. - Posted by: Albert Champagne (co-worker) on: Jun 22, 2013