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ALBERT GOGOL
Born: Oct 01, 1938
Date of Passing: Jul 28, 2005
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryALBERT GOGOL It is with profound sorrow that I announce the passing of my beloved husband Albert on July 28, 2005, following a brief but brave struggle with pancreatic cancer. My life's greatest gift was to have Al's love and to have shared in his life for the past 43 years. Al will be forever loved and remembered by his wife Leilani; sister Mickey (Harley); sisters-in-law, Clarice Lemieux, Ellen Nottage (Les); brothers-in-law, Wayne Erickson (Jean) and Frank Welch; special godchildren, Sherry Erickson, Jacquie Delaney, Julianne Staub and Joyce Peters, Randy Benstead and Kevin Smith other family members, nieces, nephews and close friends. Al was born October 1, 1938. He grew up in Swan River and came to work in Winnipeg at an early age beginning a 45 year career in iron work, retiring in 2003. Al was a vital, active and accomplished man. He was honest, hardworking and faithful. He loved the security and comfort of his home and he cherished time spent together with family and friends. He was remarkably skilled and talented at absolutely any task he set out to complete. He especially loved music and found delight and great joy in all that nature provides. Al has left us with a legacy of colourful, beautiful and most precious memories. His love, kindness and zest for life will live on in our hearts forever. The family extends gratitude towards the caring and compassionate staff at the Selkirk General Hospital with a special thanks to Dr. M. Speer, her kindness will always be remembered. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, August 2 at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel at Glen Eden Funeral Home with a reception to follow. Honorary pallbearers will be Dave Bragg, Randy Benstead, Ken Staub, Joe Kostiuk and Pat Syrowicz. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society - Pancreatic Research or the Selkirk Palliative Care Unit. Arrangements entrusted to: GLEN EDEN FUNERAL HOME 4477 Main Street 338-7111 Family and friends are invited to sign The Book of Condolences at: www.gleneden-mb.ca
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 30, 2005
Condolences & Memories (7 entries)
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To let you know we are thinking of you and praying God is with you to help console you in this very sad time. - Posted by: George and Jo-Anne Wessler (Family) on: Aug 07, 2005
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Aunti Loni, Wish we could be there with you in your time of such sorrow. We have fond memories of our stay with you and Uncle Al last September. I am so glad the kids got to know him a little better. We will always remember him as a most gracious host; we loved the special meals he made for us. He took such pride in everything he did. We will always miss our Uncle Al, he was a very special uncle. Gone but never forgotten. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love always, Maureen and Family. Vancouver, BC. - Posted by: Maureen, Mickey, Shaun, Kerry (Family) on: Aug 02, 2005
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Your friendship, knowlege, and thoughfulness will never be forgotten. Al you have been a true friend and neighbour and we will always remember you with deep respect. - Posted by: Brian & Terry VanOutrive (Friend) on: Aug 02, 2005
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Dearest Leilani, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We are only a phone call away. Please know that we are here for you. Love, Judy & Wolfgang Rolke - Posted by: Judy & Wolfgang Rolke (Friend) on: Aug 02, 2005
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Loni, may your precious memories of Al give you the courage and strength you need during this difficult time. Our love and prayers are with you. - Posted by: Jamus & Denise Young (Family) on: Aug 01, 2005
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Dear Loni, Please accept Nick's and my sincerest sympathy in the passing of Al. We feel saddened by the loss of this very fine man. We will keep you in our prayers and may God Bless and keep you safely in the Shadow of His Love. - Posted by: Nick and Bernice Verklan (Friend) on: Jul 30, 2005
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With our sincere sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Loni. Cherish your precious memories. Sincerely. - Posted by: Bill and Gail Bodman (Acquaintance) on: Jul 30, 2005