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ANTHONY KECK
Born: Sep 14, 1942
Date of Passing: Feb 10, 2021
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ANTHONY (TONY) KECK
September 14, 1942 – February 10, 2021
Born in Gravelbourg, Saskatchewan, to the farming family of Adam and Katherine Keck, Tony studied Applied Mathematics and Physics at the University of Saskatchewan and then completed meteorologist's training under the Department of Transportation Meteorological Branch. He began his career as a meteorologist with the RCAF at CFB Cold Lake before moving to CFB Gimli and CFB Winnipeg where he joined Environment Canada's Meteorological Service.
During his career, Tony was involved in the development of software that supported meteorologists in spotting severe weather. He also worked to select sites for doppler radar installations that warn thousands about dangerous storms.
Tony was a great believer in volunteer work. He worked with The Block Parent Program of Canada at the local and national level. He participated in contract negotiations for his colleagues in the Meteorological Service and he was a tireless volunteer for his church where he was still serving as an usher and member of the finance committee at the time of his death.
Tony loved golf and spent many fine days with friends at Breezy Bend. He even managed to hit two verified holes in one. He greatly enjoyed music, especially the pipe organ, and was a member of Westview Dance Club for many years. Tony was an enthusiastic traveler visiting sites in Mexico, Europe and the Middle East. He was also prodigiously handy. He built what must have been the first home computer in his neighbourhood back in 1975. He restored the thousand components of a smashed (but classic) accordion before YouTube tutorials. He crafted hardwood kitchen cabinets with a mitre saw and raw lumber. There was very little he could not do when he put his mind to it.
Tony is survived by his wife, Eileen; his sons, David and James; daughter-in-law Anne; grandchildren, Mandy, Amy, Jacob and Allyson; his brothers, William and Andrew; and his sister Teresa. He was predeceased by his brother Peter; and his sister Mary.
Funeral mass will be celebrated at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, February 20, 2021, at Saint John XXIII Roman Catholic Church. Given current restrictions due to COVID-19, only a few immediate family members will be in attendance. Other family and friends are welcome to join in the celebration via livestream in real time or may access it afterward on the Saint John XXIII Winnipeg YouTube Channel. For the YouTube livestream link go to www.johnxxiii.ca
Livestreaming and music will begin at approximately 12:30 p.m. during the viewing before Mass.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Tony's memory to St. John XXIII Parish, 3390 Portage Ave., Winnipeg, MB, R3K 0Z3, or to a charity of your choice.
Condolences may be sent to www.wojciksfuneralchapel.com
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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 20, 2021
Condolences & Memories (7 entries)
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It was in the early '80 that I met Tony through union activities. We would meet at times in Ottawa during bargaining sessions - his forte. For years our family travelled from Van. to Swan River for family visit and it was by chance thru Tony that I found out I had relatives just S. of the TransCanada Hwy - from the same town Tony lived in - Gravelbourg - and I just learnt that Frank had passed away. Tony -a real gentleman and I throughly enjoyed his company. May he rest in peace. - Posted by: pat morin (work colleague) on: Mar 29, 2021
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I was very saddened to hear of Tony’s passing. Sudden like that is always the worse. My sympathies go out to all the family. Uncle Tony was always a happy to see us. Through zoom as of late I got to see the whole family which I looked forward to. He sold me my first motorcycle a Honda 90 when I was 15 it was stolen and wrecked so I bought it from him for 50 bucks and repaired it and explored the country side with it. I still drive a motorcycle to this day. Well he will be missed. Hope to see you guys on the next zoom take care. - Posted by: Ernest Keck (Nephew ) on: Feb 27, 2021
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Eileen, our heartfelt sympathy on your loss. We have lots of good memories of playing cards and many trips. Our love and prayer's to you and your family. Phil & Pat - Posted by: Phil Allan & Patricia Gilbert (friends) on: Feb 22, 2021
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Worked with Tony back in the weather office in CFB Gimli condolences to his family. - Posted by: Bob Nash (Friend and co-worker) on: Feb 21, 2021
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Our deepest sympathies to the Keck family and the Grill family. - Posted by: Beatrice and Rick Diplock (Cousin) on: Feb 20, 2021
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Eileen, our condolences to you and your family. It was a real shock when we learned of Tony's passing. He was a good friend for many years. We always enjoyed his company whether golfing or at social get-togethers. Our love Alice and Glen Shaw - Posted by: Alice and Glen Shaw (Friends) on: Feb 20, 2021
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Eileen, our heartfelt sympathy on your loss. We have lots of good memories from our Gimli days! Keep well, Anne & Al - Posted by: Al and Anne Malinauskas (Friends ) on: Feb 20, 2021
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