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THEODORE MICHAEL KOZMINCHUK (TED)
Date of Passing: Jul 27, 2019
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THEODORE MICHAEL KOZMINCHUK
He was predeceased by his father Michael, mother Antonia (Tina), sisters, Marilyn, Pauline Skiba and Rose, and longtime partner Charles Moray Chesney. Cherishing his memory are sisters, Bernice Mazur and Phyllis Doran, brothers, Victor and Brian (Jackie), and many nieces and nephews.
Ted worked many years in the oil exploration business, then changed careers in the early 1960s, dedicating his life to education. Teaching experiences included a one-room school house in Lappe, Ontario, Selkirk Collegiate in Thunder Bay, Bell High in Ottawa, and Runnymede Collegiate in Toronto as Head of Physics. Ted entered the Canadian Army Reserves in 1962 as the Second Lieutenant.
Ted loved tending to his plants and had a special place in his heart for his cats. Ted had a passion for travelling, visiting many countries around the world, focusing on history and indigenous cultures.
Ted will be missed by all of us.
As per Ted's wishes, a visitation will take place on August 8, 2019 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Turner & Porter, 2357 Bloor St. West, Toronto, Ontario M6S 1P4.
Donations may be made in Ted's memory to Heart & Stroke Foundation, Canadian Cancer Society or Toronto Humane Society.
Vichnaya Pamyat
(Forever Remembered)
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Aug 03, 2019
Condolences & Memories (9 entries)
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Had Mr. Koz as a teacher back in the early 70s. Was a wonderful man and teacher. He will be remembered for leaving his student body with great memories! - Posted by: Robert Currie (Former student) on: May 01, 2023
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I was so sorry to hear of his passing. Mr. Koz as our class called him was so nice, so interesting and interested in us. I learned about electric current from him in a way that made a dull subject fascinating. Rest In Peace. - Posted by: Patti Chapple (Student ) on: Sep 21, 2019
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I never took physics. I was an artsy. I never had Mr. K as a teacher but he was a kind and friendly man who always asked me how my music or drama was going. Everyone had a great deal if respect for him. He really cared about the students. He will be missed. My condolences to his family. - Posted by: Kerri MacDonald (Student ) on: Aug 09, 2019
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My condolences to the family. Mr. Kozminchuk was an amazing and caring person and teacher. He taught me that a teacher could be human and fallible in front his students. That is a lesson that shaped the teacher that I became. His generosity and support allowed my friends and I to develop our lifelong passions for photography. Thank you and rest in peace Sir. - Posted by: Roger Logan (Student) on: Aug 08, 2019
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My condolences to the family. So sorry to hear of his passing. I know he will be missed by all. He was one of the great teachers at Runnymede. Always smiling, and pleasant. Made physics almost fun. - Posted by: Sandy Radecki (Student) on: Aug 06, 2019
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Mr. Kozminchuk was my teacher at Runnymede Collegiate. He was an amazing man with a love for science. Rest in peace sir...please know you were admired by many and you made a difference in my life. - Posted by: Lee-Ann Churchward (Student) on: Aug 06, 2019
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Very nice man, great teacher. R.I.P - Posted by: Robert Saundercook (Student) on: Aug 06, 2019
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I met Ted in 1988 when I was just beginning my teaching career. He was very kind to me, and very helpful. Ted had me to his home for dinner one evening. I felt quite honoured to be invited into his private life. Ted was old enough to be my father, and yet he treated me as an equal. I send my sincere condolences to Ted’s family. - Posted by: Alex Macdonald (Friend and teaching colleague at Runnymede C I. ) on: Aug 05, 2019
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Wow sorry to hear this sad news. Mr. Koz was a real gentleman and old school. They don’t make them like this anymore. My condolences to the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time - Posted by: Barry Payne (Student) on: Aug 05, 2019