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ALEKSY (ALEX) SIKORA
Born: Jul 27, 1928
Date of Passing: Feb 26, 2020
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ALEKSY (ALEX) SIKORA
Alex was born on July 27, 1928, in Zloty Potok, Poland. He immigrated to Canada from Poland with his family, sponsored by his brother Eugene, arriving in Winnipeg on October 4, 1961.
Alex is survived by his three children, six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren: Leslie (Veronique), Anna (Larry Beeston), Elizabeth Greenhalgh (Don), and grandchildren, Alysa (Andrew), Laura, Scott (Rebecca), James (Carly) Katie and Jonathan, great-grandchildren Autumn, Aiden and Archer, and extended family.
Alex was predeceased by his first wife Janina, on January 15, 1995. They were together for 44 years. He was also predeceased by his parents, Mikolaj and Matylda; two brothers, Eugene and Janek and two sisters, Sabina and Josefa.
Alex is survived by his wife, Amelia Bartlinski, who he married on October 19, 1997.
Alex enjoyed travelling to many places including Hawaii, London, Switzerland, Las Vegas, Chicago, Duluth and Bemidji. His last trip to Poland was in 2004 to visit family.
Alex worked as a pipe fitter at C.P.R. until his retirement, after which Alex worked as a carpenter/cabinet maker utilizing skills he was trained for in Poland. Alex was an active member and supporter of many Polish organizations including the Royal Canadian Legion, Winnipeg, Polish Canadian Branch #246 and St. John Cantius Roman Catholic Church.
Family would like to extend special thanks to the staff at Golden West Centennial Lodge for their care, kindness and support.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Salvation Army or a charity of your choice.
Celebration of Life will be held Friday, March 6, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main St. with interment to follow in Holy Ghost Cemetery, 4387 Main St.
We will miss you Dziadzi. Rest peacefully.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 29, 2020
Condolences & Memories (4 entries)
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To the Sikora family, our deepest condolences on the loss of your Father. We are thinking of you all. Peter and Karen (Peabody) Krasny - Posted by: Peter Krasny (Friend) on: Mar 07, 2020
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My sincere condolences to you and your family at this time. - Posted by: Mick and Amanda Williams (Friend) on: Mar 05, 2020
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My sincere condolences Anna May his memories bring you peace, comfort and strength. - Posted by: Marie-Alice Grassick (Friend) on: Mar 03, 2020
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My sincere condolences to you and your family, Anna. I know how close you were to your father and how much you cared for him. May happy memories of your times together help to fill the void that his passing leaves. - Posted by: Meredith McArthur (Friend of Anna’s) on: Feb 29, 2020
