KENNETH JOHN SHEWCHUK

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KENNETH JOHN SHEWCHUK It is with deep sadness, that we announce the sudden passing of Kenneth John Shewchuk, at the age of 58 years on Tuesday, October 5, 1999 in Ste. Anne, MB. Ken was predeceased by his mother Katherine in 1987. His memory will be cherished forever by his loving wife Sharon; his children, Cherylyn (Winnipeg), Kevin (Edmonton) and grandson Ryan; his father John; brother Mel (Eileen), Kristyn and Mark (Lockport) his mother-in-law Roberta Walsh (Thunder Bay) and nephew John Walsh (Winnipeg). Ken was born in Gilbert Plains, MB, and grew up in West Kildonan and later moved to Ontario with his young family. Ken returned with his wife Sharon to reside in Selkirk, MB in 1978 until their recent move to Paradise Village in Ste. Anne, in July of this year. Ken enjoyed spending the past five winters in Texas visiting with family and friends. He also enjoyed swimming and playing his numerous shuffle board competitions. He was also known to be an avid sports enthusiast, always willing to debate the latest game or news topic. Ken was looking forward to spending his retirement years with Sharon in their new home, as well as spending many hours of swimming with his grandson when he visited. A memorial service will be held on Friday, October 8 at 11:00 a.m. at the Gilbart Funeral Home, 309 Eveline St., Selkirk, with Rev. Barb James officiating. As an expression of sympathy, if friends so desire, memorial donations may be made in Kens memory to the Heart & Stroke Foundation of Manitoba, 301-352 Donald St., Winnipeg, MB R3B 2H8. GILBART FUNERAL HOME in care of arrangements.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 07, 1999