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LEONARD JOSEPH KERELUK (LENNY)
Date of Passing: Dec 08, 2020
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LEONARD JOSEPH KERELUK
He is lovingly remembered by his daughter Lisa (Greg), brothers David (Debbie), Wayne (Dawne), and sister Elaine (Mike). Leonard had several nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and his sidekick, Calum, whom all held a special place in his heart.
Leonard was predeceased by his parents, Stan and Mary, his brother, Randy, his first wife, Marion, his second wife, Helene, and several fur kids.
Leonard had two great loves in life, sports and his family. As a young boy growing up in the North End of Winnipeg, Leonard loved to escape the city and spend time out at one of the family farms in either Komarno or Meleb, Manitoba.
Over the years, Leonard could be seen in the stands and the pits at Red River Co-op Speedway, cheering on his brother Wayne, and more recently, his nephew and godson, Ryan, who raced modified and late model cars.
Leonard loved watching NASCAR, football, hockey, curling, baseball, well, pretty much any sport on TV in his basement.
Leonard started his career as a mechanic, following in the footsteps of his father, Stan. Lenny's brothers, David and Wayne, also had the same passion for working on cars as their big brother.
After his career as a mechanic, Leonard did a 360 and embarked on a career in the funeral industry. He spent over 40 years with his extended family from Cropo Funeral Chapel. It was there that he met his second wife, Helene, where they worked together for many many years.
As of late, Leonard enjoyed traveling down to Florida with his cousin, Martin, to spend part of the winter with his daughter, Lisa, and son in law, Greg.
Family meant everything to Leonard, he was the glue that held the Kereluk family together. A large void exists now, leaving so many memories to cherish.
Leonard will be cremated, and due to COVID-19 restrictions, a celebration of Leonard's life will be held at a later date in 2021.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 12, 2020
Condolences & Memories (7 entries)
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So very sorry to hear of your loss. My condolences to the family. - Posted by: Cindy Mackenzie (Hildebrand) (Friend of family) on: Dec 13, 2020
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My sincere sympathy Lisa, Marion, David and Debbie and families. Len was a special person who always bought our CD and stop in to see us at Sunshine. Always smiling and joking with a coffee. Rest in Peace Lenard Linda Shydlowsky - Posted by: Linda Shydlowsky (musical band friend (ukrainian Oldtimers)) on: Dec 13, 2020
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Hi Lisa and all the Kereluk family, It is with a heavy heart I extend my deepest sympathy at Len's sudden passing. He was a unique individual and I consider it an honor to have called him my friend. May he rest in peace, free of all the demons that took over his body. He will be missed. Take care - Posted by: Dianna Zamkotowich (friend) on: Dec 13, 2020
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Rest in peace Lenny. - Posted by: Steve Fedon (Friend) on: Dec 12, 2020
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Very sorry to hear about Lenny. Remembering the times I visited him and Helene and being able to watch all the sports in his basement man cave. He will be missed by many. - Posted by: John and Lee (Brother-in-law) on: Dec 12, 2020
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My sincere condolences to the Kereluk family during this most difficult time. Lenny and my Dad, Barry Palmer worked together for many years at Cropo Funeral Home. And we had many get-togethers with the Kereluk family at that time. When we started to lose family members and the services were at Cropo's, it was always a comforting feeling to see and speak to Lenny there. Deepest Sympathies Cheryl & Kathy Palmer and Jim - Posted by: Cheryl Palmer (Friend) on: Dec 12, 2020
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I am so sorry very sorry to hear about your loss. Lenny was a super awesome guy! He will be missed! My condolences to all the family. Andrea - Posted by: Andrea McDonald (Friend) on: Dec 12, 2020
