ANDREW WAWRUCK

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ANDREW WAWRUCK Andy, "Dad" or "Dido", aged 71, in the loving comfort of family, took flight with the Angels to the home of Our Lord on March 1, 2003, following a brief, valiant battle with cancer. Dad gracefully accepted his illness in a passionate and dignified manner, with concern only for his family he so loved, and respect for his devoted medical team. The love of Dads life for 48 years, wife Isabel, will dearly treasure memories of her best friend. Andy and Isabels two children, Brian (Pat) Wawruck, and Debbie (Ron) Margolis, both of Winnipeg; and their three grandchildren, Brians daughter Candice Wawruck (friend Denis) in Winnipeg; and Debbies daughter Tammy Brant in Norway House; and son Matthew Brant (Kerri, Alex and Mackenzie) in Dryden, will always cherish our Dads and Didos simple beauty of life that he taught us. Dad is also survived by his brother Walter (Alice) Wawruck in Arborg; sisters, Ann Snipper and Lil (Rae) Freeman in Ottawa; and numerous nieces and nephews and cousins; as well as his great-grandpups, Kibbles, Sasha and Boots. Always tinkering in his workshop or in his garage, watching hockey, football and curling, keeping a tidy yard, and enjoying Isabels great Ukrainian cooking, Dad was most comfortable in his own home, sharing smiles and laughs with his family and friends. Dad wishes to thank all of those who visited and called, and all who kept him in their thoughts and prayers. Dad so sincerely thanks Rick at the CCU for the flexibility in allowing Debbie the time to tend to the familys needs. Very special thanks to Dr. Gordon Dalling whom graciously gave his care and time to Dad, and so professionally kept the family informed. We would also like to thank the home care nurses, and all the compassionate people at Seven Oaks General Hospital. Edith, your gentleness with Dad in his final hours and your genuine care for his family will never be forgotten. In keeping with Dads wishes, the immediate family will attend a private service in his honour. Flowers are gratefully declined. As an expression of sympathy, donations in Dads memory may be made to CancerCare Manitoba, MacCharles Unit, 675 McDermot Ave., Winnipeg, MB R3E 0V9. When I am gone, release me, let me go I have so many things to see and do, You mustnt tie yourself to me with tears; Be happy that we had so many years. I gave to you my love, you can only guess How much you gave to me in happiness. I thank you for the love you each have shown, But now its time I travelled on alone. So grieve a while for me if grieve you must; Then let your grief be comforted by trust, Its only for a while that we must part, So bless the memories within your heart. I wont be far away, for life goes on; So if you need me, call and I will come, Though you cant see me or touch me, Ill be near And if you listen with your heart, youll hear All of my love around you soft and clear. And then when you must come this way alone, Ill greet you with a smile and say "Welcome home." -Author Unknown

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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Mar 05, 2003