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EDWARD HUNCHAK
Born: Jan 13, 1931
Date of Passing: Mar 08, 2015
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryEDWARD HUNCHAK January 13, 1931 March 8, 2015 Peacefully Dad passed away at the age of 84 years at the Souris Personal Care Home. He was survived by daughter Deborah Cann, son-in-law Dwight, brother Walter (Audrey), sister Joy (Gene) and nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by wife Mary. Dad was born in Pine Falls and had a natural musical talent. From entertaining the barnyard chickens with two sticks for a fiddle at the age of four to having his own band and entertaining many people throughout the years at various events this is what he loved to do. Farm life was not Dad's calling, so he moved to Winnipeg and married Mary Kolpak in 1953 and they had just celebrated 61 years of marriage before Mom passed away in November 2014. Dad worked at Canadian Linen Supply throughout most of his working life, beginning as a driver and retiring as a retention manager, all the while performing music in his spare time. Dad could play just about any instrument he picked up, but his two favorites were the saxophone and the fiddle. When Sad was in his twenties his Thunder River Boys band cut an album, and when he was in his seventies he made a music CD with his Uncle John. Sadly due to declining health Dad had to give up performing with the Cavaliers, a band he played with for many years, but his friendship with some of his band members continued to the end. Dad's illness resulted in his being wheelchair bound the last few years of his life, but in 2013 with his wife, daughter and son-in-law he moved to Souris Manitoba, living in the Personal Care Home where he spent lots of time with family and friends as well as attending the home's various functions. Thank you to Dr. Ziada, and special mention to the staff of the Souris PCH. Our family will always be grateful for their exemplary care, friendliness and compassion. Dad's wishes for cremation have taken place and burial at Brookside Cemetery in Winnipeg to follow at a later date. Dad, Thank you for wonderful memories to fill our empty hearts. Kowalchuk's Funeral Home, Souris in care of arrangements Expression of sympathy may be made at www.kowalchuks.net
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Mar 14, 2015
Condolences & Memories (5 entries)
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Hi, I just rec'd a msg from one of Ed's band members in the Cavaliers about his passing, very sorry to hear about your loss Debbie. I had the chance to play with Ed many times over the years, he was a very talented and gracious man, it was always a pleasure to play with him. - Posted by: Brent Degryse (friend) on: Mar 23, 2015
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Debbie, we are so sorry to hear about your Dad passing away. He was such a wonderful man, always so friendly and kind. Rob has so many great memories of him, and I have quite a few as well. Such a nice, nice man. This must be very hard for you, losing your parents so close together. Rob would like to hear from you if you can send him an email or a phone call, as he doesn't have your number. Take care Debbie. (Rob & Diane) - Posted by: Robert & Diane Campbell (Cousins) on: Mar 18, 2015
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So sorry to hear of Ed's passing. He was a wonderful musician=. A great friend to share our love for music with Smokey and all the dancers. - Posted by: Barrie & Cathy Creran (Played with Ed) on: Mar 16, 2015
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I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I knew Eddie from Canadian Linen. He was such an incredibly sweet person. - Posted by: Tammy Veeder (Coworker) on: Mar 16, 2015
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Sorry to hear of your brother's passing Wally. My prayers and thoughts are with you and Audrey and families. Respectfully Gail. - Posted by: Gail Kotowich (Worked with Audrey) on: Mar 14, 2015