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EMIL KOKORSCH
Born: Jul 06, 1926
Date of Passing: Apr 07, 2017
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryEMIL KOKORSCH July 6, 1926 - April 7, 2017 With broken hearts we announce the passing of Emil, beloved husband, father, grandpa, and great-grandpa. Emil is survived by his wife Joyce; children, John, (Sherril), Josie, (Reid), Shelora (Bill), Maggie, (Greg); grandchildren, Mich, Sarah, (Tim), and Diane (Craig); great- grandchildren, Marielle, Carson, and Lili. Extended family Dale, Trevor, many relatives overseas, and wonderful friends. Emil was born in Filopovice, Czechoslovakia . After surviving four years as a refugee during the war, Emil went to England in 1945. There he met his wife and with their family they came to Canada in 1955. Emil loved his family life, the cottage, gardening, feeding the birds, and mall walking. In spite of his illness Emil never lost his great sense of humor. Thank you to staff of Meadowood Manor. Cremation has taken place. Private memorial will take place at a later date. Donations can be made to Meadowood Manor Foundation Inc.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 10, 2017
Condolences & Memories (7 entries)
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Josie and Family, Please accept our most sincere condolences at the loss of your beloved father. May he rest eternally in peace. - Posted by: Maureen & Robert Dryburgh () on: Apr 13, 2017
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To Josie and families - My deepest sympathies go out to all of you at this very sad time. I will miss him dearly. - Posted by: Darlene (Friend) on: Apr 11, 2017
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Miss your visits at the house and all your help with the garden. The fun times picking mushrooms, strawberries and then going to Niks' Inn. All your sage advice with carpentry and car repairs. You always new where the bargains were and the good restaurants,and the best German butcher shops and Deli's. Sure miss you, Dad, but I know you are free and having a good time with those that left before you. Love,Josie - Posted by: josie kokorsch (daughter) on: Apr 10, 2017
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I am deeply sadened at the passing of EMIL; He was truly like a father to me since loosing my dad in 1977; from day one he not only accepted me into the family but connected with my heart. Today it is shattered and my only saving grace is knowing he is in a better place, free from the pain and suffering he endured. He may have been small in stature but to me was a gentle giant among many, a man I had the ut-most respect and admiration. He taught me so much about life, and, how humour and dare I say practical jokes should continue to play a part in our life , where we often sadly take our-selves way too serious. Today my heart aches for the beautiful and precious family he leaves behind We all should take great relief in knowing his contribution to our society will long be remembered...I know he has galvanized my heart with the fond memories etched in my being. Until we meet again dad...rest eternally in peace, All of my love Your son-in-law Gregory. - Posted by: GREGORY D ZED (SON-IN-LAW) on: Apr 10, 2017
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With deepest sympathy. Emil will be a part of our memories. A lovely man, a great neighbour. He shared his time, advice, and humour generously. Always seen him walking down the backlane or front street visiting the neighbours. Emil dropping in at 305 was always welcomed. - Posted by: Susan (Brown) & Ron Radley (Neighbour) on: Apr 10, 2017
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Maggie, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Greg and your family at this difficult time. Karen - Posted by: Karen Scott () on: Apr 10, 2017
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Miss you so much. - Posted by: Maggie Zed (Daughter) on: Apr 10, 2017