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WALTER KIRYLUK With heavy hearts we announce Wally's death at Seven Oaks Hospital on Saturday, December 16, 2017. He was born on a farm north of Hyas, SK. Wally lived a life of patience, love and integrity always thinking of others. He started his adult life in Winnipeg in 1958 as a baker, delivery and onto the trucking industry. After suffering an industrial accident, Wally was confined to a wheelchair, however, that did not stop him from enjoying life to the fullest. He loved to travel, taking extended trips across Canada, Poland, Hawaii and USA. He loved to take his extended family to the Shuswaps for enjoyable times on a houseboat. He also showed his compassion for volunteering to the best of his ability and was honoured when he received the Manitoba Access Award from the Manitoba League of Persons with Disabilities Inc. in 2000 and the Queen's Golden Jubilee Medal in July, 2004. Wally is survived by his wife Phyllis (Hnatyshyn), of 52 years of marriage; his brother Orest (Olga); uncle Bert (Jean) Yagelnesky of Yorkton; aunt Grace Peck of Seattle, WA; brothers-in-law, Orest (Delores) Hnatyshyn and Allan (Beverley) Hnatyshyn; five nieces and nephews; seven great-nieces and nephews; cousins and relatives in Canada, Poland and Ukraine; as well as many friends. Wally was predeceased by his parents, John and Jennie Kiryluk; four aunts and five uncles on his mother's side and three aunts in Poland and Ukraine and uncle Anton (Mary) of Winnipeg on his father's side. Prayers will be held at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main Street on Thursday, December 21, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, December 22 at 10:00 a.m. at Holy Ghost Parish, 341 Selkirk Avenue. Burial in Holy Ghost Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Holy Ghost Church. The family wishes to give special thanks to Dr. Sheila and Dr. Heather Domke and all the other professional care givers that tended to Wally's medical needs.
Publish Date: Dec 20, 2017
WALTER KIRYLUK With heavy hearts we announce Wally's death at Seven Oaks Hospital, on Saturday, December 16, 2017. A longer obituary notice to follow in Wednesday's paper.
Publish Date: Dec 19, 2017
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 20, 2017
Condolences & Memories (9 entries)
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Wally you will be greatly missed by many. I was so saddened to hear of your passing. My heart, prayers and thoughts go out to Phyllis and all your family friends left behind to cherish your memory. - Posted by: Sarah (Family Friend ) on: Jan 02, 2018
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Wally ....you are deeply missed and I will always remember you as a shining light of love, caring , joy & compassion. From the time I was a little child To this day...when I would think of ( Wally)..I can see the biggest smile and the kindest face. But I also cannot envision Wally without dear sweet Phyllis beside him. Loved both immencely... - Posted by: Bev Hodge (First Cousin) on: Dec 26, 2017
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Wally will forever live in our hearts. Not only were you family, you were a co-worker, best friend, and inspiration to many. We will miss the many laughs we shared but will always treasure the memories. - Posted by: Vicky, Jim and family (niece and family) on: Dec 21, 2017
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My sympathy goes out to you Phyllis, You and Wally were an ideal couple, he will surely be missed by all the people that met him,you couldn't help but love Wally,he was the nicest Man I have ever met. Wally you were and are loved and will be missed.Ruth - Posted by: Ruth Meagher () on: Dec 21, 2017
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Our condolences to Wally's family. He will be missed by all. A truly great friend. - Posted by: Lorne and Carolyd Rezansoff (Friends) on: Dec 20, 2017
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My heart aches knowing that you won't be around, my tears remind me of all the great memories we've shared together from the moment I was a little girl. Drinking our favourite red wine at the cabin will never be the same now. Trying to accept that you're gone hurts my heart tremendously, but I know you're at peace and looking down at us. Uncle Wally, you'll always be in my heart and always loved. I'll miss you deeply and always remember you. - Posted by: Pam (Niece) on: Dec 20, 2017
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My Sympathies to you Phyllis and all the family. So sorry for your loss. I will miss Wally when I go the Mall. He was a regular and would always greet you with a smile. Always had time to visit, throw in a joke or two. I will miss you but will never forget you my friend. Gloria Nagy - Posted by: Gloria Nagy (friend) on: Dec 20, 2017
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It's hard to believe that I won't hear that laugh again. So many years working with him at the bingos and at Injured Workers Association. His dedication to helping others was and will always be inspiring. I will miss you Wally. - Posted by: Barb C. (Friend) on: Dec 20, 2017
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Uncle Wally will always be remembered. I will always remember the trips we had in Hawaii and times at the cottage. Life will never be the same without you. Now you're in peace. I will always remember you Uncle Wally. Love you miss you. - Posted by: Chris (Nephew) on: Dec 20, 2017
