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JOHN ARTHUR ZDAN
Date of Passing: Mar 24, 2020
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JOHN ARTHUR ZDAN
1924 -2020
He is lovingly and proudly remembered by his five children and their families, including six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. He joined his beloved wife, Natalie (deceased 1996) on what would have been their 71st wedding anniversary.
Born in Glenella, Manitoba, John had an interesting career as an entrepreneur in the hotel business with his dad, in the grocery business as Johnny's Solo Store in Transcona, and as a civil servant with Communities Economic Development Fund (CEDF). He and Natalie retired to the west coast in 1992.
Dad lived independently until this past February. He relished playing cards, watching sports, and staying in touch with his vast network of family and friends. As the last of his generation in the Zdan family, his connection to younger generations was admirable.
We will miss him dearly but are thankful for his long and honourable life.
Memorial plans are pending.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the BC Centre for Ability or the Vancouver Hospice Society are gratefully appreciated.
First Memorial Funeral Services - Boal Chapel and Memorial Gardens, North Vancouver, in care of arrangements.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 01, 2020
Condolences & Memories (8 entries)
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Dear Val and family. My condolonces to you all. I was John's minister, and he was like a father to me. Life in this world is not the same without him. It was his personality, how he looked at life has been a lesson to me. A man of grace and kindness and full of wisdom. He knew the quality and was attracted to it in all aspects, and yet he did not demand but utilized the best of what he had in his hands. I will never forget to appreciate his tears in my last day at our church. When I saw him the last time I was in Vancouver in January 2020 I was praying in tears, kneeling at his bedside. John said, "Please do not cry for me Murat." I replied, "I am not crying for you John, I am crying for myself! You are getting closer to heaven and life is not the same on earth without you." And those tears will remain in my heart always wet until I see him again in heaven. - Posted by: Murat Kuntel (John's minister) on: Apr 22, 2020
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I have great memories of huge parties and family gatherings in Rivercrest. The whole family were intelligent, kind and loads of fun to visit. My condolences (and greetings) from long ago, but not so far away. - Posted by: Ray Torbiak (Nephew) on: Apr 12, 2020
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My Uncle Johnny was always a ray of sunshine. His wonderful sense of humour, encyclopedic sports knowledge and love of family were evident whenever we were together. Lots of love and condolences to the cousins. 💕💕💕 - Posted by: Myra (Niece) on: Apr 06, 2020
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I remember your parents coming to Arborg Manitoba to visit my parents, John and Evelyn Zdan, There were always lots of laughs shared. - Posted by: Terri (Zdan) Mahyle (cousin) on: Apr 03, 2020
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Made many trips to your parents store in Transcona. I am looking on a picture with your parents standing in the store. This was for Transcona's 50th. Great to shop there. Both the store and the old store/family home are still standing, but have been sold. Nothing new up yet. In our thoughts and prayers.....God Bless.......... - Posted by: Y. Dykstra (Solo Store Customer) on: Apr 02, 2020
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My dear Val (Gypsy), and Family. My sincerest condolences. I remember meeting your Dad so many years ago in Winnipeg before they moved to BC. You were a great daughter and I am so glad you got to spend so much time with him the last several years. You made his life so much better. Always remember that. Hugs and love. 💕💕💕💕 - Posted by: Sharon Greenber (Friend of daughter ) on: Apr 01, 2020
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Elsie (Natalie's cousin) and I enjoyed our long close relationships with Natalie and John for over a half century. I fondly remember our times spent together in both Winnipeg and Vancouver. My condolences to all the families! - Posted by: louis raina (cousin) on: Apr 01, 2020
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Although our time together on this earth was short, I treasured every minute we spent together. Fondest memories John. Condolences to all the Zdan Family❤️ - Posted by: Judy Demque (Second cousin) on: Apr 01, 2020