JURIJ (GEORGE) ZALEC

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JURIJ (GEORGE) ZALEC Suddenly on Wednesday, September 1, 2004, Jurij (George) Zalec passed away peacefully at Seven Oaks Hospital with his loving wife Maria by his side. George will be deeply missed by his wife of almost 37 years Maria; his daughter Alexandra of Calgary and her husband Theo Titopoulos. He is also survived by sister Ana Ribar of Slovenia. He was predeceased by his parents, Franc and Ana; brothers, Leopold, Franc, Joe and sister Maria. George was born on December 11, 1929 in Dalnje Njive by Vinica, Slovenia. He came to Canada in 1958 and settled in Winnipeg. George was an avid handyman who loved to spend hours at his workbench. He was strong in body and spirit and worked hard to provide a wonderful life for his family. His generous, kind nature and tender heart made an impact on all who knew him. He was always quick with a witty word and his joyous laughter was infectious. Words cannot express how much youll be missed "tati". Funeral service will be held on Saturday, September 4 at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, 95 McDonald Ave. Viewing will commence half an hour prior at 9:30 a.m. Interment will follow in Green Acres Memorial Gardens. CROPO FUNERAL CHAPEL 586-8044

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Sep 03, 2004