PETER PERCHUK

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PETER PERCHUK It is with great sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Peter on Monday, January 26, 2004. Peter was born in East Braintree, MB on July 13, 1930. He spent his early years working on the family farm and working in the pulpwood business. In 1955 Peter joined the Manitoba Department of Natural Resources and started a career that would span 37 years. On July 23, 1960 Peter married Reidun. Peters work started with early postings in Southeast Manitoba and then the Cowan area, Minitonas, and many years in Swan River. In 1980 Peter moved to Brandon where he assumed the position of Regional Superintendent for the Southwest Region of Manitoba Natural Resources. This was a position he enjoyed until his retirement in 1991. Peter loved the outdoors and was an avid hunter and fisherman. He also enjoyed curling. Peter was an active member of the Wheat City Lions Club. Through his retirement he spent many days at the family cabin in the Duck Mountains. In 1998 Peter was blessed with his first grandchild, Mitchell. Peter took great joy in taking Mitchell boating, fishing and snowmobiling. Peter and Mitchell shared a special bond that will not be forgotten by the family. Peter is survived by his wife of 43 years, Reidun; daughter Karen (Wally) son Ward (Judi) grandson Mitchell; son Rob (Gwen) daughter Britt (John) sisters, Georgina, Betty, Margaret, Marie; brother Bill and many nieces, nephews and friends. Peter was predeceased by his parents, infant sister Vacilka; sisters, Lena, Katie and Anna; brothers, Alex and George. If so desired, donations in Peters memory can be made to the Duck Mountain Forest Centre, in care of The Manitoba Forestry Association, 900 Corydon Ave., Winnipeg, MB R3M 0Y4. Cremation has taken place and memorial service will be held at Silver Heights United Church, 199 Garrioch Ave., Winnipeg, on Friday, January 30 at 11:00 a.m. Neil Bardal Inc. 949-2200

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 30, 2004