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WALTER KAWKA
Born: Aug 06, 1935
Date of Passing: Dec 07, 2023
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryWALTER KAWKA
In loving memory of Walter Kawka, born on August 6, 1935, in Neepawa, Manitoba.
Walter, known as Wally, passed away peacefully on December 7, 2023 leaving behind his loving and devoted wife of 57 years, Eve.
He is survived by his dear sister, Shirley Sawchuk, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Wally had a fulfilling 36 year career at Manitoba Telephone System, starting in Equipment Installation and concluding as Personnel Manager. Wally was not only a dedicated professional but also an accomplished golfer and curler.
In his youth, he enjoyed playing various sports and hunting with his father.
Upon retirement, Wally and Eve travelled 13 times to their favourite vacation spot, Honolulu, Hawaii where they spent cherished time together on Waikiki Beach.
Wally is predeceased by his loving parents, Nick and Anne, sister Jean McRitchie, nephew Darren Sawchuk, brothers-in-law, George Duna, Todd Sawchuk and James (Tiny) McRitchie.
Wally’s memory lives on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.
A private family service will take place.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 09, 2023, Dec 09, 2023
Condolences & Memories (2 entries)
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Our condolences to Wally’s family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Mary Ann & Cyril Kasprick - Posted by: Mary Ann Kasprick (Cousin) on: Dec 11, 2023
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So very sorry to hear of the passing of cousin Walter. Please accept our condolences at this difficult time. Sincerely, Betty Anne (Skip) Tracey (nee Wasyluk) and husband Sean Tracey - Posted by: Betty Anne (Skip) Tracey (Cousin) on: Dec 09, 2023