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ANTONY THOMAS KARLICKI
Born: Apr 07, 1932
Date of Passing: Apr 23, 2017
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryANTONY (TOM) THOMAS KARLICKI Antony (Tom) Thomas Karlicki, age 85, passed away peacefully, with family by his side, at Kelowna Hospital April 23, 2017. Tom was born in Winnipeg April 7, 1932 and graduated from Gordon Bell High School where he was a lettered athlete. He received a football scholarship to a US college that he was unable to use, but continued to lead an active life that included bowling, golfing, waterskiing, camping, building homes and cottages, and helping people move heavy stuff! He was a tireless worker and had many careers. In his younger days he worked at Winnipeg Cold Storage, Monarch Lumber and was a cabdriver for Duffys. He worked for many departments at the City of Winnipeg and was manager of the computer department when he retired after 33 years of service. He was a founding partner of Chateau Lanes and was involved in running and managing it for 47 years. He founded Trophy House and ran a pro shop that catered to both bowlers and golfers. He was a member of Elmhurst Golf and Country club and was actively involved in adult and youth 5 and 10 pin bowling. Holidays were often spent camping in the mountains or hunting and fishing with family. It was no surprise that when he retired in 1997 he moved to Kelowna and the mountains he loved. In his retirement he enjoyed travelling, bowling, golfing and gardening with his wife. Tom cherished his family and was proud of his children and grandchildren. He enjoyed talking to people and could be counted on to provide tidbits of information or a laugh. Tom was predeceased by his parents Nick and Ann (Wacolchik), and is survived by his loving wife of over 60 years, Myrtle (Reschke); sister Lucille Lewis; daughter Fern (Walter), son Murray (Kim); grandchildren Ryan, Duncan (Ashley), Kyra, and great-granddaughter Cecily. We would like to thank the staff at Kelowna General Hospital and Everden Rust for their amazing, compassionate care. A memorial service will be held Saturday, May 13 at 1:00 p.m. at Cropo Funeral Home, 1442 Main St. in Winnipeg. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Kelowna General Hospital Foundation or a charity of your choice.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 29, 2017
Condolences & Memories (5 entries)
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tom was an impressive individual and a true friend. we spent time bowling with tom and myrt and will always remember their hospitality and encouragement. God bless you Myrtle. - Posted by: bob and kathie hope (workmate, friend, fellow bowlers) on: May 08, 2017
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I was so sad to hear of Uncle Tom's passing. Many memories flood back of the visits to the Karlicki's with mom and dad to play cards. The games were always so passionate (that's just another word for loud)! Thinking of you at this very difficult time, Auntie Myrt, Murray and Fern. Sending you my love. - Posted by: Kelly Bayda (Family friend) on: Apr 30, 2017
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Sincere sympathy Myrtle on the loss of your dear Tom...it's been many years since I saw you two but I do remember the good times at Bowling conferences. Hoping that all your good memories will help you get thru the rough days ahead ...I feel your pain as I experienced the loss of the love of my life 11 years ago...hugs... Marg Popkey from Grande Prairie... - Posted by: Marg popkey (Acquaintance thru the bowling world) on: Apr 29, 2017
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Deepest sympathy to all of the family - Posted by: Sylvia Swaenepoel () on: Apr 29, 2017
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I will never forget the time we went fishing in Sioux Look ON with Fred you and I in his canoe. .we catch a few fish and put then on a stringer.as we fished I noticed a large Jack fish following the fish on the stringer. I said to Tom you know tom there are so may fish here that you can them with your hands?? As I gently placed my hand in the water over the Jack behind head and squeezed pulling the fish out of the water you see this . He almost tipped the canoe and said your full of crap you caught it on your line?? He never did believe me But it was TRUE. RIP Paul Bayda. - Posted by: Paul Bayda (Very good friends in Winnipeg) on: Apr 29, 2017