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WILLIAM ALEXANDER NYKOLUK
Date of Passing: Oct 13, 2012
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryWILLIAM ALEXANDER NYKOLUK (Bill / Sonny) Surrounded by his family, on Saturday, October 13, 2012 at the St. Boniface Hospital, Bill Nykoluk, passed away at the age of 79 years. He will be lovingly remembered by his beloved wife Joyce, of 56 years, their son Brian (Shawn), and two granddaughters: Crystal (Eric), Danielle (Thayer), brother Jim (Brenda), sister Bev Armishaw, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by an infant son and his parents. Bill was born and raised in Transcona. He began work for the C.N.R. at a young age and faithfully remained there for 38 years before retiring. Bill loved playing and watching baseball. From playing in the streets as a kid with no glove to his induction into the Manitoba Baseball Hall of Fame (1998), Bill played on many teams in Transcona, Winnipeg, Arizona and Palm Springs. Family gatherings were important to Bill and his home was a common meeting place. For 77 years he loved the cottage at Rice Lake. He was always involved in the different projects that took place. He started playing golf later in life and enjoyed these times with his buddies. Dad and mom enjoyed wintering down south playing golf and baseball. They got to know and enjoy a new circle of friends In accordance with Bill's wishes, cremation has taken place and a Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Monday, October 22, 2012 at Transcona Memorial United Church, 309 Yale Avenue West. A private family interment will be held at Transcona Cemetery. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the doctors, nurses and staff of St. Boniface Hospital for their loving care and support. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Bill to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Manitoba or Transcona Memorial United Church. Glen Lawn Funeral Home 982-7550
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 20, 2012
Condolences & Memories (17 entries)
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I am so very sorry to hear of the passing of "Uncle Bill" he always shared his beautiful smile and warm personality with everyone. - Posted by: Shelley Macklin (nee Moore) (Friend ) on: Oct 25, 2012
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We wish to express our most sincere sympathy to you Joyce and to your family. We regret that we were unable to attend today's service, as we are in AZ at this time. God Bless. Maria & Brian Neil - Posted by: Maria & Brian Neil (Friends) on: Oct 22, 2012
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Many years ago we spent a white Christmas with Bill and Joyce's family at their Winnipeg home . We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and it will be a time we will never forget. We were given the opportunity to return the favour by having them stay with us and gave them the opportunity to see parts of Australia. Bill was a true gentleman with a loving heart. We will cherish the recent visit to Canada where we were able to spend time with Bill and reminisce. All our love to Joyce and family. From Max and Pauline Coe - Posted by: MAX&PAULINE COE (VERY CLOSE AUSTRALIAN FRIENDS) on: Oct 22, 2012
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Bill was a gentleman with a sense of fairness and generosity. He will be missed. - Posted by: Louise Ferris (CN co-worker) on: Oct 22, 2012
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We will always remember Bill for his cheerful smile and the kind, funny words/stories he would share while visiting at the lake. It was also a highlight to see Joyce and Bill along with Crystal and Danielle at the Christmas eve service each year. Bill, you will have a warm place in our hearts always. We are thinking of Bill's whole family during this time. - Posted by: Cheryl & Ray Berendse (Fellow Rice Lake Campers ) on: Oct 21, 2012
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We wish to express our condolences to Bill's family. Regrettably we are not able to attend the memorial service. Wanting you to know that you are all in our thoughts, take care of one another. With Love, Diana Hansell (Nykoluk), Jeff, Nadine & families. - Posted by: Nadine Hansell (Family) on: Oct 21, 2012
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Bill was a true gentleman. Friendly, sincere and genuine. - Posted by: Len Neufeld (Friend) on: Oct 21, 2012
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I missed Bill at work when he retired as we had so many laughs together as we had a bunch of fun guys working in the Stores - Bill always had something to say and was always one of the leaders of the group - I will now miss Bill at our monthly breakfasts - as it was always uplifting to see his smile - He was a great guy and a joy to know - we will be in the States so will sadly miss Bill's funeral but our prayers will be with you Joyce and your family - Love Duffy and Maureen - Posted by: Duffy and Maureen Hancharyk (Co-worker and most importantly friends) on: Oct 21, 2012
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Joyce, Brian & Family Our deepest condolences to you and yours. John & I will miss Bill so much at our family gatherings. Birthdays, Anniversaries & Christmas parties. We will keep him in our memories for the rest of our lives. - Posted by: Shirley & John Van der Tol (friends and in-laws to Brian) on: Oct 21, 2012
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Everlasting Memories Memories are those that stand out a lot more at these times. There are so many memories that we set aside but now is time to relive them. They sometimes offer the comfort you need to see you through another day. Bill has left you with a lifetime of them and we hope they will be a source of comfort in these trying times. God bless you Joyce and all your family. - Posted by: Dena and Bill (friend) on: Oct 20, 2012
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We wish to express our condolences at this time of profound grief and loss. We are so very sorry for the loss of your father and Grandpa. - Posted by: Jody and Mark, Joe and Robyn Smith (Friends) on: Oct 20, 2012
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A wonderful man who will be missed by many, many people. Our thoughts are with the family at this time. - Posted by: Carolyn & Yvan St. Germain (fellow Rice Lake Campers) on: Oct 20, 2012
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We will really miss Bill, we had so many good times on and off the ballfield and we will always remember his smile and friendly nature. Although we lived a fair distance away we will remember our many phonecalls discussing softball and computer fixes and golf and his garden. Our thoughts are with Joyce and the family. Wayne and Donna Cory - Posted by: Wayne and Donna Cory (Friends) on: Oct 20, 2012
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Joyce, I just wanted to extend our deepest sympathies to you and your family. It was a shock to hear of Bill's passing from a friend at the lake. I don't know if we can make it to the service as we have house guests. Thinking of you Jack and Liz & family - Posted by: Liz Stewart (old neighbor) on: Oct 20, 2012
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Bill was older than I and always thought he was a stand up guy and Bill had a certain carisma about him. I know Joyce and Jimmy and Bev. Please accept my condolences to his family. - Posted by: BILL Taylor (Friend) on: Oct 20, 2012
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Your smile was so big that your cheeks would turn red and light up the whole room. Your big heart made all whom you met a lifetime friend. You were a true shinning star for all of us to follow. We will miss you. Couzinca Len & Barb - Posted by: Len & Barb (Cousin ) on: Oct 20, 2012
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Sonny's Smile always brought Sunshine wherever he went. He had a great mission of keeping family ties together and graciously offered his home to hold a family reuinon that was a once in a lifetime experience. I will always remember his baseball stories of hitting home runs so that he wouldn't have to run so hard around the bases... He was and always will be a big hitter in my mind, and our hearts. - Posted by: Joe Nykoluk (Cousin) on: Oct 20, 2012
