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STEPHEN (POPS) SCHKAWRITKA -
Born: May 10, 1920
Date of Passing: Nov 17, 2001
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemorySTEPHEN (POPS) SCHKAWRITKA 1920 - 2001 It is with great sorrow the family announces the passing of Stephen (Pops) Schkawritka on Saturday, November 17, 2001 at the age of 81, after a courageous battle with cancer. Left to mourn are his beloved children, Linda Mardynalka (Tom), Sonya Nightingale (Ed), Bob Schkawritka (Alice), Ron Schkawritka (Cindy), Melody Simpson (Duncan), and 11 grandchildren. Stephen was born on May 10, 1920 near Odessa, Ukraine. He immigrated to Canada in 1949 and was employed by Greater Winnipeg Gas Company until his retirement in 1985. At Stephens request cremation has taken place and a private family service will take place. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Riverview Health Centre. KORBAN FUNERAL CHAPEL 956-2193
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 18, 2001