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STEVE HANCHUK
Born: May 08, 1938
Date of Passing: Nov 02, 2020
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STEVE HANCHUK
May 8, 1938 - November 2, 2020
He will be lovingly remembered and sadly missed by his wife of 27 years, Jerrie; his son Michael (Susanne); his daughter Teri (Kelowna); his stepdaughter Rebecca Schindle (Andrew); his four grandsons, Levi Stevens (Kelowna), Dylan, Elliot and Wyatt Schindle; brothers and sisters-in-law, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Steve was predeceased by his daughter Wendy (1991) and son Gregory (2013); his brother and best friend John Hanchuk (2017); his sister Elizabeth Seguin (2011).
Steve was born in Winnipeg and grew up in the Point Douglas community. During the past year of declining health due to dementia he never forgot his childhood home or how to get there. He loved to revisit the neighbourhood and the memories those visits stirred. He attended Norquay Junior High School and St. John's High School. After working a few years with CN Rail in the dining cars he enjoyed a successful and lifelong career with Manitoba Telephone System. During his years with MTS and while raising his family Steve obtained his BA degree from the University of Manitoba, something he was very proud of. Steve retired in 1995 and enjoyed travelling with Jerrie, helping and spending time with family, making wine, curling, playing cards with friends, gardening, tinkering with electronics, cooking, and masterfully creating intriguing bowls and vases as he took up a wood turning hobby. Steve devoted considerable time volunteering with Beginning Experience (BE) and served on the international board. He also volunteered with CESO and lent his knowledge and talents assisting small businesses in foreign countries.
In early 2017 Steve was diagnosed with dementia. When it became necessary for a more focused care regime in his illness, he was placed in the Maples Personal Care Home earlier this year. He recently contracted Covid-19 when the care home had an outbreak, was transferred to the hospital and sadly passed away.
The words that keep coming up when friends and family describe him are kind, gentle, loving, dear, generous. He was all of that and more; and that's why he will not ever be forgotten and will always be loved and forever missed.
A heartfelt thanks goes out to Theresa and Howard Restall and Rebecca Schindle and family who have gone above and beyond in helping with matters pertaining to Steve's well being, and to supporting the family over the past three years and especially during these past couple of weeks.
Cremation has taken place. A private family interment will be held at Glen Eden Memorial Gardens.
Donations in Steve's memory may be made to the Alzheimer Society or to a charity of one's choice.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 07, 2020
Condolences & Memories (8 entries)
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I am so sorry to hear of Steve’s passing. I remember him from Beginning Experience as a kind man. It makes me angry that his life was cut short by Covid. I send hugs and prayers for comfort to his family and friends. Heidi - Posted by: Heidi Peters (Friend through Beginning Experience) on: May 16, 2021
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Jerrie, we are very sorry to hear of Steve’s Passing. Our Deepest Sympathies go out to you and your families. Although we did not know Steve well, first impressions showed him to be a quiet, personable and gentle man. Please know that our Hearts break for the loss you must feel right now. I Know that his Spirit will be with you every day. - Posted by: Brett Armstrong (Friend) on: Dec 06, 2020
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Greg was my friend and Mr Hanchuk always made me feel like one of the family. Showed me how to tune a car and was a very kind man. He will be missed. My condolences. - Posted by: Mike Warren (Greg's friend from high school.) on: Nov 22, 2020
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I worked with Steve at MTS at 611 Repair on Portage East. My condolences to the family. Rest in Peace. - Posted by: Andrew Dolenuk (Worked with Steve at MTS) on: Nov 18, 2020
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Jerrie, I’m so sorry to hear of Steve’s passing. We worked together many years ago at MTS and he always had a kind heart..I remember when you were just married and building your new house Steve was sooo in love and excited about your new future together. Thinking of you and your family. - Posted by: Laura Nimchuk (Coworker) on: Nov 09, 2020
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Dear Jerrie & Family, It saddens us to hear of Stevie's passing. He was truly a nice and happy man. We cherish the wood art bowls that we have that he made and are on display in our home. Please know that he is in the Arms of the Angels, being carried to Heaven. Our Sympathy, Stay Safe and Well, Debbie & Raymond - Posted by: Debbie & Raymond Kashuba (Friends) on: Nov 07, 2020
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Jerri, I was sadden to read of the passing of Steve. May all the beautiful memories that you shared together give you comfort and peace at this difficult period. Please accept my sincerest condolences. You are in my prayers. - Posted by: Nancy Penner (Friend of Jerri from NCU ) on: Nov 07, 2020
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Jerri, I was sadden to read of the passing of Steve. May all the beautiful memories that you shared together give you comfort and peace at this difficult period. Please accept my sincerest condolences. You are in my prayers. - Posted by: Nancy Penner (Friend of Jerri from NCU ) on: Nov 07, 2020