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RICKY WILLIAM WOWRYK

Date of Passing: Jan 07, 2016

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RICKY WILLIAM WOWRYK It is with very heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ricky William Wowryk, after a long courageous battle with cancer. Rick passed in Arizona on January 7, 2016, at the age of 55 years. Rick was born in Winnipeg and attended Faraday, Isaac Newton, and St. John's High School. Rick was always a hard worker, starting young with the Free Press and ending his career as a merchandise buyer with Pratts Wholesale Ltd. Rick was a family man first - there was nothing he loved more. His children were his pride and joy, the light of his life. Holiday dinners, birthday parties, and backyard bbq's were favourites of his. Rick loved golfing with his son, and his friends in Arizona, and fishing with his mom and children. Rick is survived by his wife: Elizabeth (Katie), son: Richard (Kaleigh), daughter: Dyanna (Kelsey), mother: Jean, brothers: Ray (Sharon), Barry (Bobbie), Ed (Catherine), Len (Tracey), Woody Friesen (Julie), sisters: Shirley Leganchuk (Mel), Sylvia Keller, Elaine Wowryk-Gosselin, Rose (Keith), Darlene, and many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his father Harry Wowryk, nephew Christopher Wowryk, and grandparents: Matt and Teenie Kuch, and Roy and Annie Wowryk. Rick's memorial service will be held at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main Street, Winnipeg on Monday, January 25 at 2:00 p.m. The family would like to thank Dr. Ralph Wong and his team, (CancerCare Manitoba) for all the years of dedicated physical and emotional care. Special thanks to Dr. Daeninck and nurse Melanie for their "over the top" care in the last few months. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the "Southern California Hospice Foundation" (3200 Park Center Dr. Suite 1250, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 1-877-661-0087). These amazing people in Mesa, Arizona provided us with constant emotional and physical support, and helped Rick pass with dignity, peace, and without pain. We love and miss you Rick... Vichnaya Pamyat
Publish Date: Jan 23, 2016

RICKY WILLIAM WOWRYK It is with very heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ricky William Wowryk, after a long courageous battle with cancer. Rick passed in Arizona, on January 7, 2016, at the age of 55 years. It will be several weeks before we are able to bring him back to his final resting place in Winnipeg, so memorial service will be delayed for some time, and communicated at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the "Southern California Hospice Foundation" (3200 Park Center Dr., Suite 1250, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, 1-877-661-0087). These amazing people in Mesa, AZ, provided us with constant emotional, and physical support, and helped Rick pass with dignity, peace, and without pain.
Publish Date: Jan 9, 2016

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 23, 2016

Condolences & Memories (15 entries)

  • My condolences and deepest sympathy to the family on the passing of Rick. Although I did not know Rick personally, I grew up and attended school with Elaine, Rose, and Sylvia. Sending love and prayers to you all. - Posted by: Cindy Gunn Vandale (Friend of family) on: Jan 25, 2016

  • DEAR JEAN, KATIE AND FAMILY OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AT THIS TIME., AND WE ALL HAVE GOOD MEMORIES TO CHERISH., VICHNAYA PAM'YAT., ALOHA - Posted by: JAN & HARVE ROCHELLE (FRIENDS, AND GOLF BUD) on: Jan 24, 2016

  • Dear Katie & Family. Our deepest condolence On the passing of your beloved husband and father. May you cherish his memories and may these memories help you through this very difficult time. May he rest in peace. Sorry we couldn't be at the memorial service as we are away now but our prayers are with you all. Nester ad Marie Wowryk - Posted by: Nester & Marie Wowryk (uncle & aunt) on: Jan 24, 2016

  • Dear Katie and family: we are so sad that Rick is no longer with us to share a few chuckles and a Bud or two with Ken. The house on the corner in LW seems sadly empty. How blessed we were to be able to visit for a few moments, to hold his hand and share a bit of love before he passed. Thank you Katie and Dianna for allowing us the time to do so. We send you our deepest condolences and loving thoughts. Vichnaya pamyat, Ricky. - Posted by: Ken and Connie Hemmett (friends) on: Jan 23, 2016

  • I was very blessed to have you as my brother. Keep an eye on us from up above. You will be missed but will always be in my heart! XXXOOO - Posted by: Rose Wowryk (Sister) on: Jan 23, 2016

  • Katie, I've just now learned of Rick's passing. Sending my heartfelt condolences. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. - Posted by: Claire Spearman (Friend) on: Jan 20, 2016

  • Our heartfelt sympathy to Katie, Richard and Dianna and to your extended families. So sad to hear of Rick's passing and just wanted to let you know that he will be fondly remembered in our prayers. I hope that you will find some comfort in these difficult days; take care of each other. Mariann and Dan Kasprick, Devin, Jordan, Kelsey and Marissa. - Posted by: Mariann and Dan Kasprick and family (friends) on: Jan 20, 2016

  • Dear Katie, Ricky, Dianna & Family It was with great sadness that we learned about the passing of Rick. He was one of the kindest, generous people we knew, and he always made us feel welcome in your home. I will miss spending time talking about life at your kitchen table. And cherish his friendship. We were proud and honored to call Rick our friend. You are in our thoughts! Bev and Ken - Posted by: Bev Demach-Barnes (Friend) on: Jan 18, 2016

  • We would like to offer The Wowryk Family our deepest condolences. Our fondest memories of Ricky are the days we would go to the spring Itwal shows with the Pratt's organization. Ricky always made a special effort when introducing us to his suppliers. We created a great friendship with Ricky on these trips. - Posted by: Bill & Evelyn Landsborough, The Pas, MB. (Business Friend) on: Jan 18, 2016

  • Please accept my most heartfelt sympathies for your loss...my thoughts are with you Katie and your family during this difficult time. - Posted by: Ken Boychuk (Friend) on: Jan 15, 2016

  • My condolence's to the Wowryk family in this time of lose. May God rest his soul. - Posted by: Timothy R English (Friend of sister Sylvia) on: Jan 12, 2016

  • Katie and family, please accept my sincerest condolences. I will always have extremely fond memories of the time spent with Ricky. He was a true gentleman and a great friend. He will be missed. - Posted by: Brad Fisher (Friend) on: Jan 12, 2016

  • My thoughts are with the family. I called on Ricky for many years at Pratt's Wholesale. We had a very good relationship for work. Ricky enjoyed having the time to go to lunch every other week with me to the Rib Shack on McPhillips, we had funny and great laughs. He will be missed. - Posted by: Don Thomas (Friend) on: Jan 11, 2016

  • Rick Wowryk, my cousin Katie's husband. A wonderful man with a beautiful, loving and generous heart. Rick was always a Marvelous Host who loved family visits. I will always remember the special family gatherings held at Rick & Katie's. Rick was a sincerely thoughtful, generous, kind, supportive and caring man. Forever loved, Forever missed, Forever cherished, Forever remembered. Love always, cousin Lynda - Posted by: Lynda Quinn (Cousin) on: Jan 09, 2016

  • Katie and Family, Royce and Sharon Yackel express our sincere condolences. Although Royce and Rickie worked competitively, there remained a respectful friendship for each other at various events, always taking time to talk. Cherish the memories. - Posted by: Royce and Sharon Yackel () on: Jan 09, 2016

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