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JOHN KAWALER
Born: Jun 01, 1927
Date of Passing: Apr 06, 2020
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryJOHN KAWALER
It is with profound sadness, that we announce the passing of our dear father, grandfather and great-grandfather, John Kawaler on April 6, 2020, surrounded by his loving children at his side.
Left to cherish his memory are his beloved daughter Valerie Balla (Ken), his beloved sons, Ronald (Christie) and David (Karen); his dearly loved grandchildren, Aaron Balla (Nicole), Marian Polakoff (Nathan), Daniel Kawaler (Kelly), Stephanie Wall (Nick), Laryssa Kawaler and Andrew Kawaler; his precious great-grandchildren, Sarah, Emily, Olivia, Ian, Sofia, John, Amy and Katie. He is also survived by his sister Elsie Baryluk (John); sisters-in-law, Martha, Ollie, Antoinette, Helen and Mary; and many nieces and nephews.
John was predeceased by his loving wife Sophia in 2018; his parents John and Maria; his sister Mary Harrison; four siblings in infancy; his brother-in-law Dan Harrison; and extended family members.
Dad was born in Western Ukraine on June 1, 1927. He came to Canada in 1929, and grew up and lived in Oakbank, MB. John married Sophia in 1948, and resided in Oakbank, later moving to Transcona in 1958. Dad was employed with C.N.R. for 35 years retiring in 1989. Dad was a member of St. Michael Ukrainian Catholic Parish in Transcona. His church and his family were most important to him.
His pallbearers will be his grandchildren.
The family would like to express their sincere appreciation to the staff at River East Personal Care Home for the care they provided dad.
A private family funeral will be held, officiated by Very Rev. Mark Gnutel. Interment will take place at All Saints Cemetery. A Divine Liturgy and Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in John's memory to St. Michael Ukrainian Catholic Parish or to a charity of your choice.
This obituary may also be viewed at Cropo.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 11, 2020
Condolences & Memories (6 entries)
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Our sincere condolences to David, Karen, Laryssa and Andrew on the loss of your father and grandfather... - Posted by: Al and Mary Ann Loewen (Cousins to Karen Kawaler) on: Apr 20, 2020
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Our thoughts & prayers are with your family at this time of mourning for John. It’s been so recently that Sophia passed. Much admiration of Sophia & John, in their lives of strong faith and dedication towards family life. Blessings. - Posted by: Verna Stecy and family (Extended family) on: Apr 11, 2020
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John was a friendly neighbor who took pride in his home and had the cleanest car on the block! His family and faith were strong. May he Rest in Peace. Condolences to his family. He will be missed. - Posted by: Cathy Hall (Neighbor ) on: Apr 11, 2020
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My deepest condolences to the Kawaler and Balla families on your loss. I fondly remember the old railway days where I first met John. John was the type of person that left a great and lasting impression when you met. A true gentlemen! William Wolfe - Posted by: William Wolfe (Railway co/worker) on: Apr 11, 2020
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Our sincere condolences and may he rest in peace. Jean Kuzina and family - Posted by: Jean Kuzina and family (friend) on: Apr 11, 2020
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Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family! With Deepest Sympathy! Bruce and Janet Anderson - Posted by: Bruce and Janet Anderson (Friends) on: Apr 11, 2020
