THEODORE (TED) BOCKSTAEL

Condolences & Memories (24 entries)

• My condolences to Sharon and family. I will always hold my memories and time spent with Ted, Sharon and their family close to my heart…dating back to my first fishing trip at the age of 7 (1969) with Ted and my father, playing horseshoes at the cottage in Nutimik, and later in Florida and Mesa, AZ while vacationing with my parents Joan & Wally. Ted had a love for life. I can still hear my parents talking the following day after a night of playing cards with Ted and Sharon, in which Ted was usually on the win end of things. Thank you for the memories. Rest in peace. - Posted by: Jim Norquay (Family Friend ) on: Jun 05, 2023

• I am sure Ted was the most popular and well liked employee at VIA Rail. He never hesitated a second to bail me out over a forgotten airline ticket and performed magic so I wouldn’t miss my flight! Most of all I remember what a dear friend he was to Lynn and all the support he gave her while she struggled with her debilitating rheumatoid arthritis. Arlene Shipper - Posted by: arlene j shipper ( I worker ) on: May 25, 2023

• Thinking of you all. He was such a special man with an amazing laugh. I have so many special memories of him at Golden Gate Bay. He was part of our family as we were yours. I remember playing the game "simon" with him and being amazed how he always beat me! I hope he is with my mom and dad; playing a game of way crib and enjoying a stoogie. - Posted by: Donna Moore (Norquay) (Family friend) on: Apr 18, 2023

• Sharon, Michael and Michelle, I was a neighbour from Olive Street. I used to babysit occasionally for you. I remember when Marnie had her accident. I was devastated for you. My mom, Margaret knew Ted, possibly from bank of Montreal. I too was amazed his workplace could Accommodate him when he lost his sight. I’m so sorry for your loss. Always remembered. - Posted by: Patti ( calderwood) larson (Neighbor from olive street ) on: Jan 26, 2023

• Remember Ted from the neighborhood on Cherrier street. Condolences to the family. Gloria Patry - Posted by: Gloria Patry (Neighbor ) on: Jan 21, 2023

• To the family: My deepest condolences. When I worked with VIA in Regina I heard many good things about Ted. When I came here, I was able to meet and speak with him, and what an incredible gentleman he was! In his memory, I’d like to offer these YouTube videos, which I hope will help. Christine, these are for you and yours as well. 1. Tim Jamieson Amazing Grace 2. T J Reciting Psalm 23 3. T J Just A Closer Walk With Thee My thoughts are with you. Tim - Posted by: Tim Jamieson (coworker) on: Jan 21, 2023

• I worked with Ted for years. It was a pleasure knowing him. He amazed me every day by how he knew who you were when you came into a room before you even said anything. He was such a gracious person even when I would accidentally walk him into a pole on our lunch time walks. You tended to forget he couldn’t see. Ted was an amazing and wonderful person. He will be missed, but never forgotten. My condolences to his family. - Posted by: Donna Cameron (VIA employee) on: Jan 13, 2023

• Sharon, I was just thinking about Ted the other day, and wondering how he was. I missed his obituary as my husband Rod had passed away November 29th. Ted and I had so many connections over the years, with his mother and my dad having grown up together & them swimming in the Seine River. Then my Dad worked for Bockstael Construction; me going to school with Ted’s nephew Ronald Cassels; and finally our working together at VIA Rail. I wrote a poem about our “Connections” & read it at his retirement. I still remember when Ted totally lost his sight, and he called me, frantically saying “Call Sharon“. But he never gave up, learning Braille, and putting anyone, who needed it, in their place. He continued onward with his humour & uncanny ability to know who was walking off the elevator at the Wawanesa Building or into the office when we moved into the train station. The last time I saw you both was when you walked into my office at Ixtapa travel to see if I was working that day. Ted was an exceptional man (I remember when he cut open his foot chopping wood). I am so very sorry for your loss. You and your family have my heartfelt condolences. - Posted by: Christine Hallem Ward (Friend & Co-Worker) on: Jan 13, 2023

• Sharon, not sure you will remember me but I was lucky enough to be nursing at WGH in the 70s when Ted was a patient on H6. There are some people who stand out in one’s lifetime and you and Ted have for me. Many times over the years I have thought of how courageous and stoic Ted was given the challenges he was facing. He was one of those people I looked forward to being assigned to care for. Always enjoyed his joking and making my shift a fun time. I am so sorry to read of Ted passing. - Posted by: Bev Mitchelson (Friend ) on: Jan 11, 2023

• Dear Sharon and family. I have fond memories of Ted over the years when I lived in Wpg. I am so sorry to hear about his passing. Deepest condolences to all of you. I will have a mass offered for Ted. Susan Gwyer (Bockstael) - Posted by: Susan Gwyer (Cousin) on: Jan 10, 2023

• Sharon and family, Our heartfelt condolences on Ted’s passing. We will miss his cheerful smile and comments at the lawn dart tournament. Sandy and Gord Hurl - Posted by: Gord and Sandy Hurl (Friends) on: Jan 09, 2023

• Condolences to the Bockstael family. We grew up with Teddy. Ron Cnockaert and Jane Yachison - Posted by: Jane yachison (Family fruend) on: Dec 28, 2022

• My sympathies to Sharon and family. Sorry for your loss. - Posted by: David Bockstael (Cousin) on: Dec 27, 2022

• Sincere condolences to Ted's family for your great loss. I worked with him for 8 1/2 years in the 80's. On my second day at work, Ted already recognized my footsteps, and greeted me by name when I got off the elevator. He was always helpful and full of good cheer. I will remember him always, with great fondness. - Posted by: Jane Dick (ex-colleague) on: Dec 27, 2022

• Ted and Sharon have been our neighbours at Nutimik Lake for more than 30 years. Throughout the years we have often been amazed at Ted’s determination to tackle jobs, not letting his disability slow him down. He would be out first thing in the morning walking through the yard checking to see if the flowers needed watering or the grass needed cutting. We will miss Ted greatly and will fondly remember all the good times we’ve had. - Posted by: Willie and Wendy Friesen (Friend) on: Dec 26, 2022

• Sharon - my deepest condolences to you and your family. Have not seen you guys in many years, however, I remember when Ted first met you at Comptometer school and how we had talks about he was determined to pursue you. We had good years at High school/curling success together. Still have our high school curling team picture when we played for the Manitoba High school championship. I will forever remember him. Ray - Posted by: Ray Cherlet (Friend/fellow CNemplyee) on: Dec 25, 2022

• A Long time supporter of the Khartum Shriners Childrens Hospital We send our condolences, May Ted rest in peace. - Posted by: Richard & Merle Bloom (Friends of the Shriners) on: Dec 24, 2022

• Right up until Ted passed away you would never have known he was sick. Came out and played Crib and Wizard at the Anavets club. I really enjoyed playing against him and winning on occasion the side bet against him! Going to miss seeing him at the club. - Posted by: Darlene J McWilliams (Fellow Crib Player) on: Dec 24, 2022

• So sorry to hear of Ted’s passing. Our condolences to Sharon and family. - Posted by: Val & Stan (269 Bruce Av ) on: Dec 24, 2022

• We have many fond memories of Ted at Nutimik Lake. Ted was a great person. We are sorry for your loss, Sharon and family. - Posted by: Lorraine and Gerry Cairns (Friends Nutimik Lake) on: Dec 24, 2022

• Played hockey, football in the snow at Bombers field, canteen dances, took my money in a few poker games. Stood up at Teddy’s wedding. Sincerest condolences to Sharron and family. RIP Teddy - Posted by: Don ferens (Childhood friend) on: Dec 24, 2022

• I worked with Ted for 18 years at CN/VIA and had many, many laughs together. He kicked my butt so many times playing crib - I am not sure I ever won a game against him. A good man, through and through. I am sorry sorry for your loss, Sharon and family - Posted by: John Hallonquist (Friend / Co-worker) on: Dec 24, 2022

• We will all miss you Ted, condolences to the family and friends, rest in peace, from Linda & Bob and family. - Posted by: Bob (Family Friend ) on: Dec 24, 2022

• Worked with Ted at Via Rail on Broadway for abt 6 years. Great man with always a smile - Posted by: Moira Smith (Worked with Ted) on: Dec 24, 2022