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RICHARD ZILKE
Born: Feb 04, 1955
Date of Passing: Sep 06, 2026
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It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Richard John William Zilke, of Winnipeg, Manitoba, on September 6, 2026, at the age of 71.
He will be lovingly remembered by his three daughters, Angela, Laura (Thano), and Robyn Alex (Jason); his grandchildren, Adrian and Ella; his two sisters, Vicki (Keith) and Barbara (Jim); many nieces and nephews; as well as his lifelong friends, including Greg, Rod, Ron, and Jim, just to name a few.
Richard grew up in a military family and lived in many places during his younger years, eventually settling in Charleswood. He met Barbara, his wife of 40 years, in 1981, and together they had three beautiful daughters.
Richard was a hardworking and independent man with a strong entrepreneurial spirit. He began his career working for Pacific Western and Waso Greenhouse before choosing to become his own boss. He first opened a hydroponic greenhouse growing lettuce in Cooks Creek, and the business eventually grew into Cooks Choice Greenhouse, which he owned and operated for more than 30 years.
Though he is no longer with us, his memory will live on in the photographs he took, the music he loved, the paths in nature he explored, and most importantly, in the hearts of his daughters, family, and friends.
A Celebration of Life will be held in his honour, with details to be announced at a later date.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Sep 19, 2026
Condolences & Memories (4 entries)
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I had some great times with Rick, in Winnipeg, and when he came to Alberta, and stayed with me in Calgary, along with My brother Greg, and friend Rod, and went hiking in Fish Creek Park, and visited with other old friends here. He is a good soul, and will be missed, till we meet again! - Posted by: Thor Jorgensen (Friend) on: Sep 19, 2026
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RIP RICK IT WAS A PLEASURE TO KNOW YOU. FROM SCHOOL TO HUNTING TOGETHER. - Posted by: Phil (Friend) on: Sep 19, 2026
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Rick was a good man. We had so many good times together travels together etc etc got to know and love his whole family. And he knew and loved my whole family. A lot of mutual friends. Lots of laughs with Ricky Roo. Lots of memories rest in peace Rick I love you. - Posted by: Greg Jorgensen (Best friend forever) on: Sep 19, 2026
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My sincere condolences to Richard's girls and their families and his sisters and their families. I met Richard at the end of April this year. We were totally two opposites, but our conversations flowed. Richard was a collector, I was not. I'm missing our nightly text messages. I miss Goodnight Rose. Goodnight Richard - Posted by: Rose Dube (Friend/girlfriend) on: Sep 19, 2026
