THEODORE KRAWCHUK

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Dr. THEODORE KRAWCHUK, B.Sc., DDS Theodore Krawchuk passed away at Seven Oaks General Hospital on October 6, 2004, after a brief illness at the age of 87. He was predeceased by his wife of 47 years, Georginia Nettie Krawchuk (nee Ozyjowski). Theodore is survived by his son Daniel and wife Angela; his grandchildren, Stephanie and Jeffrey; as well as his son Alexander and spouse Caroll. Theo was born on February 27, 1917 at Pine River MB where he graduated high school in 1935. After seminary training in Winnipeg, Theo enlisted in the Canadian Army on June 7, 1941. He served during the Second World War with the 18th Reconnaissance Battalion (Armoured) (XII Manitoba Dragoons) in Canada, the United Kingdom and Europe until his release February 13, 1946. Theodore achieved the rank of Lance Corporal and was awarded the 1939-1945 Star, France and Germany Star, Defence Medal, and the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and clasp. He then returned to Canada and married Georgina Ozyjowski on October 30, 1947. Theodore returned to school and on May 18, 1949 was conferred a Bachelor of Science degree by the University of Manitoba. He continued his training at McGill University in Montreal and graduated on May 28, 1953 as a Doctor of Dental Surgery. He then returned to Manitoba, and served the community practicing dentistry from his North Winnipeg office until he retired in 1987. After retirement he took great joy in spending more time with his grandchildren, woodworking, gardening and at his cottage on Lake Manitoba. Throughout his life and into retirement Theodore Krawchuk maintained a strong relationship as a member of Branch 141 of the Royal Canadian Legion and as a parishioner of the Ukrainian Orthodox Cathedral of St. Mary the Protectress. The family is very grateful for the kindness and care provided by all of the staff of Seven Oaks General Hospital. Prayers will be said on Monday, October 11 at 7:00 p.m. at Cropo Funeral Chapel, 1442 Main St. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, October 12 at 10:00 a.m. also at Cropo Funeral Chapel. Interment will be at Elmwood Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of choice. VICHNAYA PAMYAT CROPO FUNERAL CHAPEL 586-8044

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 31, 1969