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ANDREW WANGEN
Born: Jul 28, 1934
Date of Passing: Dec 21, 2014
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryANDREW (ANDY) WANGEN Born July 28, 1934 in East Kildonan, MB, son of Louise and Knut Wangen, passed away peacefully on December 21, 2014, in Selkirk, MB at the age of 80 years. Andy passed away as he had lived his life - with family by his side. Andy is survived by his beautiful wife of 58 years, Vivian Wangen and their five wonderful children and five grandchildren whom Andy adored. He is mourned by his sons David (Colleen), Leonard (Laura), Arvid (Cybèle) and Raymond (fiancee Rini Sumartojo), daughter Alaine (Sean) Brawley, and grandchildren Cole, Nolan, Sonoma, Cordélia and Persephone., as well as his cousins Lucyna and Victor. He was predeceased by his parents and siblings Garry, Tom and Jean, mother-in-law Pauline, who instilled in him a love of the woods and cooking, and sister-in-law Lovine Kobylak. Andy attended East Kildonan Collegiate, where he met then married the love of his life, high school sweetheart Vivian. Andy started work early with his father's K. Wangen Construction in East Kildonan, MB and they worked together for many years, giving him a work ethic he would pass on to his children. In 1973 he moved his family to Red Deer, AB, where he built and managed Uncle Ben's Brewery. Later, they moved to Calgary, where Andy managed the Blue Label Bottling plant. After a later career in the construction industry, often working alongside his son Arvid, Andy and Vivian decided to spend their retirement years back at Lester Beach in the family cottage Andy started building in 1963. Andy loved his garden (he tolerated his deer), particularly his tomatoes, growing them from seeds each year (200+ plants) and sharing the fruits of his labour with friends and family. He had an innovative mind and always had one project or another on the go, usually labours of love. Andy was fortunate to spend Christmas 2013 with the entire family in Squamish, BC and he celebrated a bumper blueberry crop in 2014, filling no less than 30 ice cream pails while walking through the woods with his cane. Through the fall and winter months you could always chat with Andy about the Minnesota Vikings, the Toronto Raptors or whatever book he was reading that week. A private memorial celebration of life will be held in the summer of 2015 at the lake in Belair, Manitoba. A special thank you to Barry and Michelle Kobylak and their entire family for their kindness, love and support over the years. Strong, brave and witty to the end, Andy was loved by many. We will miss him. Thank you to the kind staff at the Selkirk Hospital. In lieu of flowers, any memorial donations can be made to the Canadian Lung Association.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 24, 2014
Condolences & Memories (9 entries)
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I was truly sorry to hear that Andrew's earthly life had ended. I enjoyed his sense of humour and his stories of his parents and about life in Winnipeg. Dear cousin, Rest in Peace. - Posted by: Steven Navratil (Cousin) on: Jan 04, 2015
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Mrs Wangen and Family, Sorry to hear of your loss. Mr. Wangen will be greatly missed at Lester Beach as you were a friend to all. I will never forget the vaction to Fairmont Hot Springs and myself as an added addition. Thank you so much for a wonderful time. Mr Wangen you still owe me a game of horse shoes!! Roberta Matheson and Family - Posted by: Roberta Matheson (Family Friend) on: Dec 29, 2014
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Words? Hmm a man of many, he has taught both Hugh and I so many things. Work to Andy was not a hard mans work! He was forever doing one thing or the other, he was not one to sit still! He was forever on the go, doing things around the cabin, blueberry picking, mushroom picking, sauerkraut making, fixing the ponds, and the list can go on and on. But the most we will remember him for, is letting us in to his family life and making us feel like family! We may show up, a shout given but still those big strong arms let us stay! His gruff voice scared us but yet the loving talks invited us to stay! Andy, pop pop as I referred to you with others, you will be truly missed, sauerkraut will take on a different meaning, blueberries won't taste the same! Hugh and I have hoisted a Canadian in your honour, Gibson rye, even though we didn't drink it, will be bought and drunk by us with you in mind. Thank you for all you have done for both Hugh and I over the years, a better man could not be had! With love, thanks, and friendship. We will dearly miss you xoxo - Posted by: Carol-Anne and Hugh Hansen (Friends) on: Dec 27, 2014
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Viv &family, I am so sorry to hear about Andy. I was one of those people that was coming to see you & I never got there I'm so sorry. God bless you all. I feel very fortunate to have known Andy & whenever we sat together, He & I always had a good visit And he always had a smile for me. - Posted by: trudy lapratt (friend) on: Dec 27, 2014
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Life has many changes. Some we do not know or understand. This is a very sad change. We are so sorry for your loss Vivian. We will miss Andy always being there. To say hi or get some insight, and watch him attend his beloved garden. - Posted by: Ed and Donna Friesen (Lester Beach Friends) on: Dec 27, 2014
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We were saddened to hear of Andys passing and are grateful to have had our many lovely visits with Andy and Vivian, our last visit being this past October. We always looked forward to our lively discussions, many laughs and a tour of the welcoming Wangen resort. Vivians delicious home cooking was a big draw as well. Our friendship goes back many years and will continue with memories of Andy in our thoughts. He will be missed. Love Donna and Doug - Posted by: Donna and Doug Auld (Friend) on: Dec 26, 2014
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Vivian and Family, my deepest sympathy Carol from "The Store" - Posted by: Caroline Cherkas (Your favorite store lady at "The Store") on: Dec 26, 2014
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Auntie Louise (born Jadwiga Ossolinska Nowak)'s middle son,Andy WANGEN,who was named after his mother's eldest brother Andrzej Nowak,was our family's "Viking" with a brave heart and a quick laughing smile who loved life muchly especially in the bosom of his family. I am glad I last spoke to him as he looked forward to the blueberry season so he could tramp the woods around Lester Beach in their pursuit. Rest in heavenly peace,Andy. Lucyna(Nowak), Victor, and Steven Navratil - Posted by: Lucyna B. Navratil () on: Dec 24, 2014
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Dear Vivian and family. Sorry to hear of Andy s passing my prayers are with all of you - Posted by: Irene Anderson (Friend from the beach) on: Dec 24, 2014