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ANTHONY (TONY) LOEPPKY (MICHAEL)
Born: Jun 22, 1962
Date of Passing: Nov 09, 2020
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ANTHONY (TONY) LOEPPKY
Tony will be forever remembered by his mother, Gloria Loeppky, father, Gerald (Laurie) Loeppky, sisters, Brenda (Garry) Friesen, and Marlow (Wayne) Fraser, half-sister Olivia Loeppky, nieces and nephews, Danielle (Luke) Brower, Jordon (Riana) Friesen, Trevor (Kate) Fraser, and Geri (Adam Gooch) Fraser, many great-nieces and nephews, extended family and many great friends.
Tony was born on June 22, 1962 in Altona, MB, as a child he lived in numerous places around the United States, his family then settled in Altona where he spent the remainder of his childhood, he attended W.C. Miller in Altona and MCI in Gretna. He then moved to North Dakota to pursue a career as a Long Distance Truck Driver, and if you knew Tony, he was in his element. For he enjoyed the carefree lifestyle of driving down the road to see new sights and the opportunity to meet new people, there wasn't a state in the US that he didn't know a handful of people that he could call his friends. If you met him, even just once, you would never forget those big blue eyes, and that great big smile. Tony was a shoulder to cry on, a protector, a good joke, great (sometimes long) story teller, loyal, rebellious (in his younger years), and an amazing uncle to all children he met. His signature bear hugs definetely made you feel safe and deeply loved.
His love of motorcycles brought him numerous friendships, one in particular was Kurt (Herm) Balster, for which we will be forever thankful. Herm and Tracy Dvorak were there for Tony during his last days.
We truly believe one of Tony's last wishes would be for all of you to take the Covid virus seriously, for this is what took this kind, and loving man's life far too early, please don't let Tony become just another statistic. For in his life, he stood for many different things, but the one thing that mattered most to him was his family and his friends, so please protect yourselves to live long and happy lives. We are all in this together, so let's all do our part.
Tony is now Resting in Peace with the Lord.
A Celebration of Life will be held when it is possible.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 14, 2020
Condolences & Memories (21 entries)
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My deepest condolences Gloria and to all of your family. - Posted by: June kulbaba (Friend) on: Nov 25, 2020
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Gerald, Gloria and family, our hearts go out to you during this difficult time. May you feel God's nearness in the loss of your son and brother. Tony was always ready for a chat when I met him at Subway. Bob & Anne - Posted by: Bob & Anne Doerksen (Cousin) on: Nov 23, 2020
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I heard the sad news today when I called family and friends in Altona. Marlowe, I am saddened by this news. Wishing you and your family strength in the next weeks and months ahead. - Posted by: Lorna Hildebrant Clutterham (Friend of Marlow) on: Nov 23, 2020
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Shocked and so sad to hear of your loss. Although we haven't see each other in years, I have wonderful memories of time spent at the Loeppky home. Take care of each other through all the tough days ahead. God bless. - Posted by: Biss and Deb[Derksen] (cousin) on: Nov 19, 2020
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Condolences to Gerald and the family. So sorry to hear about your loss. - Posted by: Barbara and Jerry Rempel (School friend of Gerald) on: Nov 19, 2020
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I met Tony at JT's Ciggaros in Fargo in 1999. He was a great friend to me and always looked out for me, like a big brother would. His bear hugs were always the best. Last year we saw Tony and he was kind enough to donate some money to my daughter who was going on a Youth Trip for church and he said something to me and my daughter what we will never forget. He said " Mollie, I am not a religious man but I feel that this journey in your faith has a purpose and that is why I am helping you with your cause". I will never forget you Tony, until we meet again! - Posted by: Kym Gilman (Friend) on: Nov 18, 2020
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Gloria & Gerry, I got to know all of you through Nancy and always without a doubt there were always many laughs. It is with great sadness that I send you my deepest sympathy at this difficult time. May you all find comfort through your sorrow, courage through your sadness and strength through your tears. Tony was and will always be remembered as a fun loving guy who loved to smile and to make others smile as well. My thoughts and prayers surround all of you, Michelle (Hardy) Murray of Cavalier - Posted by: Michelle (Hardy) Murray (friend) on: Nov 18, 2020
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Our condolences to Gerald and Gloria on the loss of your beloved son Tony. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. - Posted by: Bill and Bev. Giesbrecht (Friends of Gerald and Gloria) on: Nov 16, 2020
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We knew Tony in his high school years still living at home in Altona. He was always respectful, happy, smiling, full of energy and welcomed visitors to the family home. Family and friends can move on thankful they got to share time with him. We wish to pass along our condolences to the family. - Posted by: Russ and Cheryl Waugh (Family friends) on: Nov 16, 2020
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Our condolences to Gloria and Gerald and family in the passing of Anthony. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Dave and Sharon Giesbrecht - Posted by: David and Sharon Giesbrecht (Friend of Gloria and Gerald ) on: Nov 16, 2020
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Would like to say our condolences of the passing of your son. Thoughts and prayers are with you both. Dave and Sharon Giesbrecht formally of Altona - Posted by: David and Sharon Giesbrecht (Friend of Gerald and Gloria) on: Nov 15, 2020
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We met Tony when he was the best man at our daughter Kathy's wedding. He was born on the same day as our son-in-law Art Krahn and that was also the day Art and Kathy got married. Our paths have crossed different times since then and it was always a pleasure to see him. Our last meeting was in Drayton at our friend Merl Defoe's funeral. He never changed, always knew us and came to speak with us. Our sincere condolences to all of Tony's family. Sending prayers to you all. - Posted by: Bert and Joey Simpson (friends) on: Nov 15, 2020
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Our Sincere condolences to the Loeppky Family . - Posted by: Corrine and Cliff (Friend of Family ) on: Nov 15, 2020
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Kind thoughts to entire Loeppky family during this tough time. Tony was a great wheel man and friend through many high school adventures. Rest in peace Tony AJ and Bruce - Posted by: AJ (highschool buddy) on: Nov 15, 2020
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My sincerest sympathy goes out to Gerald and Gloria and your families! My heart aches for you! May you find some comfort and peace in knowing that you are in many thoughts and prayers! - Posted by: Gail Braun (Friend and aquaintance of the family) on: Nov 15, 2020
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Dear Gerald, Gloria and family, extending our sincere condolences on the passing of Tony. Even though we have lost touch over the years, we have many fond memories. Sincerely Ed & Anne - Posted by: Ed & Anne Klassen (Friends) on: Nov 14, 2020
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My condolences to the Loeppky Family on the passing of Tony. - Posted by: Terence Wiebe (Former employee of the Loeppkys) on: Nov 14, 2020
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My condolences to your family on Tony's early passing, only good memories of Tony. - Posted by: Rob Kehler (Family friend) on: Nov 14, 2020
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My condolences to the Loeppky family. The loss of anyone is difficult but to lose a child is just not the way it is supposed to happen. My prayers are for all of you in this time of sadness and grieving - Posted by: VERN HENRY (friend) on: Nov 14, 2020
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Sincere condolence Gerald on the passing of your son Tony---may he rest in peace. - Posted by: Roger Leuzinger (Former Schoolmate of Gerald) on: Nov 14, 2020
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our sincere condolences to the family! We have many fond memories of time spent with Tony. - Posted by: Bob and Esther Heinrichs (friends) on: Nov 14, 2020