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EDWARD KARISH

Date of Passing: Nov 18, 2013

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EDWARD KARISH Peacefully, on November 18, 2013, Eddie passed away at the Gimli Community Health Centre, beloved brother and uncle, at the age of 72. Born on July 25, 1941, Eddie spent his life on the family farm west of Fraserwood, the fourth eldest child of six, to Teenie and Henry Karish. He will be sadly missed by his brothers, Martin, Alex (Gladys), Peter (Lois); sisters, Helen (Ken) Lawrence and Lucille and their families; 12 cherished nieces and nephews, and 12 great-nieces and nephews. Eddie was a kind-hearted person, who loved to laugh and reminisce. He enjoyed listening to Ukrainian, Old-Tyme, and country music, Saturday night polka party and especially his great-nephew Keenan playing fiddle for him. Eddie was struck with Polio at age 12. Though this left him with some disability, growing up he worked hard on the farm with his family, having also lost his father at a very young age. He stayed home to help his mother with the farm and remained after her passing, working the homestead his grandparents started, with his brother Peter. Eddie farmed his whole life until his health prevented it and in most recent years, lived in Gimli, until his passing. He was a good neighbour to everyone, and will be remembered by his family as someone who always saw the best in us. Special thank you and appreciation to the healthcare workers that cared for Eddie over his lifetime. A memorial service will be held on Friday, November 22, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. in the Gilbart Funeral Chapel, Gimli. Interment will follow at the St. Francis Cemetery, west of Fraserwood. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to CancerCare Manitoba, or to a charity of your choice. Gilbart Funeral Home, Gimli in care of arrangements. www.gilbartfuneralhome.com
Publish Date: Nov 20, 2013

EDWARD KARISH On Monday, November 18, 2013 at the Gimli Community Health Centre, Edward Karish, aged 72 years of Fraserwood, MB passed away. Full obituary to follow. Gilbart Funeral Home, Gimli in care of arrangements.
Publish Date: Nov 19, 2013

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 20, 2013

Condolences & Memories (3 entries)

  • I have fond memories of visiting Uncle Eddie over the years. He was a favourite uncle, always ready to tell a joke and laugh at life. - Posted by: Tracie Lawrence (Karish) (niece) on: Nov 21, 2013

  • Eddie was as a very kind and gentle man. He will always be remembered for his warm smile and love for traditional Ukrainian music. Rest in Peace Old Friend. - Posted by: Jerry Hayduk (cousin) on: Nov 20, 2013

  • To a wonderful kind man Love Katheryne - Posted by: Kathryne Irene Dudar (cousin) on: Nov 19, 2013

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