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CAPTAIN M. JOHN COVAN
Born: May 19, 1925
Date of Passing: Mar 23, 2014
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CAPTAIN M. JOHN COVAN (Retired) Captain M. John Covan, 88 of Bible Hill, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on Sunday morning, March 23, 2014, at Colchester East Hants Health Centre, Truro, NS. Born May 19, 1925, in Galicia, Poland, he was a son of the late Daniel and Sophie (Hirsch) Hryckovian. John is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Ethel Mae (Wynn); children, Corrie (Grant) Spearman, Jeannine Covan, Mark Covan (Jackie Farrow); grandchildren, Michael (Jennifer) Spearman, Charlotte and Rachel McKenna, Matthew and Will Covan; great-grandchildren, Ivan and Ethan Spearman; sister, Mary (Hamilton) Weller; brothers, Sam (Celia) Hryckowian, Robert "Bob" (Gerry) Hrickovian; several nieces and nephews. Along with his parents, he was predeceased by his brother, Ed (Beatrice) Hrickovian. Honouring John's wishes, a private family service will be held. If so desired, donations in John's memory to Colchester East Hants Health Centre or Winnipeg Humane Society are welcomed. Arrangements have been entrusted to Mattatall - Varner Funeral Home, 55 Young Street, Truro. Private messages of condolence may be sent to the family by viewing John's obituary on-line and selecting "Send A Condolence" at: www.mattatallvarnerfh.com From very humble beginnings, Captain John was a man of considerable accomplishments.
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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Mar 29, 2014
Condolences & Memories (2 entries)
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Captain John was a long time member and was in our prayers at the April 3 luncheon gathering. Although he moved to Truro, NS he continued being a member to receive communication as to how his Brother Members of the Club were doing in Winnipeg. - Posted by: Sons Of Ukrainian Pioneers (S.O.U.P.) (Brother Club Members) on: Apr 03, 2014
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I am so sorry to hear of John's passing. Mr. Covan was always a wonderful friend to my father, who so loved and admired John. That love, admiration and respect has trickled down into my family. We were truly blessed to have know John and will miss his warm and gentle nature. - Posted by: Michelle Kucher (Friend) on: Mar 30, 2014