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GEORGE PETER DERENCHUK
Date of Passing: Jan 18, 2020
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GEORGE PETER DERENCHUK
George will be deeply missed by Sylvia, his wife of 64 years, his son Craig (Ana Maria Hiebert), daughter Carlyne (Alain Drouin) grandsons, Yanic, Sacha and Jeremy, nephew Laddie, niece Lisa and cousin Stephen Derenchuk.
He was predeceased by his youngest son Grant in 2016, parents, Piotr and Pelagia, brother Peter, sister-in-law Vera, and in-laws, John and Mary Bohonos.
George was born and raised in Winnipeg by parents who immigrated from Belarus. A graduate and track and field champion at Daniel McIntyre High, he went on to obtain a Bachelor of Arts Degree from the University of Winnipeg and Bachelor and Master of Education Degrees from the University of Manitoba.
George began a successful career in the education field as a physical education teacher. He also served as high school Principal at both Murdoch Mackay and Pierre Radisson Collegiates and went on to become Superintendent of Schools in the St. Boniface School Division.
Early in his career, George earned the status of Captain in the Canadian Armed Forces Reserves, a title of which he was very proud. In latter years, he served as Chairperson of the Social Services Advisory Committee for the Province of Manitoba, as well as Planning and Research Officer with Manitoba Emergency Measures.
A man of many interests and talents, George provided income tax accounting services to hundreds of clients over the years. He was an avid accordion player who performed at numerous charitable venues both in the city and at the Matlock cottage. George was active in many political and social causes. Social justice was important to him.
Above all, George was a devoted family man who served as a role model, demonstrating the values of kindness, generosity and fair play.
The family would like to thank the dedicated caregivers and staff at Parkview Place Personal Care Home, where George spent the last three months of his life.
A Celebration of Life will be held at Cropo Funeral Chapel (www.cropo.com) 1442 Main Street, on Saturday, February 15, at 1:00 p.m.
Memorial donations may be made in George's name to the Lake Winnipeg Foundation; 107-62 Hargrave St., Winnipeg, MB R3C 1N1; lakewinnipegfoundation.org; 204-956-0436.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 01, 2020
Condolences & Memories (3 entries)
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Mr. D. or GEORGE was our principal at Murdoch McKay in the 60's. He was a great principal! He was firm but fair, friendly and always ready to share a laugh. I had the good fortune of following Mr. D. into education as a career and ultimately living within 2 blocks of him for the last 40 or more years. George became my friend and neighbour and I was able to help him out with many home projects, especially in his later years. He was just so generous and full of life and yes, cantankerous at times. I will miss him being in the 'hood and miss our lively discussions on anything and everything. My condolences to his family. - Posted by: Ken Schellenberg (former student) on: May 22, 2020
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George was my oma and opa’s neighbour and was part of my life from my early years! Then was my neighbour when I bought the house from my father! George and my spouse Richard would sit and talk for hours in the back yard with a fire going!! He was a great man and will surely be missed!! Rip George the next fire we burn will be for you!! Xo my condolences to the family - Posted by: Amber (Neighbour) on: Feb 14, 2020
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I remember George as a great work colleague. I found him quick-witted and enthusiastic. My condolences to the Derenchuk family. - Posted by: Joseph (Marc) Bruyère (co-worker with Manitoba Emergency Measures Organization) on: Feb 01, 2020