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CHARLES PETER OLINYK

Date of Passing: Jan 17, 2015

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CHARLES PETER OLINYK Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Thursday, January 22, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. in St. John XXIII Roman Catholic Church, 3390 Portage Avenue, with Rev. Fr. Gerald Langevin presiding. Wojcik's Funeral Chapels & Crematorium, 2157 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada 204-897-4665, is in care of arrangements. wojciksfuneralchapel.com
Publish Date: Jan 24, 2015

CHARLES PETER OLINYK Peacefully on Saturday, January 17, 2015 Charles Peter Olinyk, aged 88 years old, passed away at the Grace Hospital surrounded by his loving family as were his wishes. He waited until everyone made it home. Charlie leaves to mourn his loving wife of 63 years, Lois Olinyk; his seven children, Rod (Doreen), Charlene (Dave), Julie (John), David, Barry (Jen), Kathy (Barrie) and Rob (Renee). Fifteen grandchildren, Chris, Shawn (Jenna), Kyle, Ashley (Travis), Kayla (Sean), Lyndsay (Derek), Brad (Kate), Whitney, Jeremy, Ryan R, Ryan A, Travis, Samantha, Abbey, and Jesse. Charlie was predeceased by his mother and father, his sisters, Carolyn, Helen, Evelyn, Verna, and his brother Stan. Charlie was a man of faith and family. He worked for Manitoba Motor Transit, and then Grey Goose Bus Lines before retiring in 1991. In his early years he played in a band where he met his beautiful wife Lois at a dance and fixed her shoe. They married and settled down to raise seven children, living in Oakburn, The Pas, Dauphin, and finally Winnipeg. Faith was important to Charlie, passed down from his own mother where he grew up on a farm in rural Manitoba. He was a volunteer at the John XXlll Roman Catholic Church, a member of the Knights of Columbus, and a Eucharistic minister. This is how he lived his life. Charlie was foremost a family man, and loved everything about his children and grandchildren. He played his guitar and sang to them when they were small, and attended numerous hockey games and events for his grandchildren. He prayed for them all daily, and was always ready to provide some advice and just have a visit with them. He was known to smoke a stogie and have a shot with the boys in Rod's backyard and pool. Charlie loved to decorate the house on Addison with Christmas lights, and could be seen each year with a cigarette, frost on his eyeglasses, and a stiff drink to ward off the cold. Charlie loved music, especially country music, and identified with the music of Hank Williams and Johnny Cash as well as many devotional hymns and songs. In his later years, as his mobility decreased, he watched daily mass, and prayed for everyone. This was his legacy; faith and family. Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated on Thursday, January 22 at 11:00 a.m. at John XXlll Roman Catholic Parish, 3390 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, Father Rev. Gerald Langevin presiding. The family wishes to thank the nurses, and staff at the Grace Hospital for taking care of our father these last six weeks, Father Gerald for visiting and providing spiritual support, Elsie Rosler for bringing communion on Sundays to both Mom and Dad's residences, Susan Zeke at Sturgeon Creek Retirement residence for going out of her way to provide emotional and physical support to both Mom and Dad. Rest in peace Dad, and may perpetual light shine upon you. You are so loved. We will always remember that "We come from a long line of love." and take care of one another. In lieu of flowers, you may consider a donation to the John XXlll enhancement fund.
Publish Date: Jan 20, 2015

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 24, 2015

Condolences & Memories (11 entries)

  • To Lois and family, with sincere condolences on Charlie's passing. We shared many hours at hockey rinks and always enjoyed his stories. May all your memories sustain and comfort you during this time of sadness. - Posted by: Margot & Terry Clark & family (Friends) on: Jan 26, 2015

  • Our deepest sympathy to Lois and the family.Charlie was a fantastic man with a great personality. We enjoyed his company every time he met up with my Dad (Peter Lamb) and the rest of the band to go and play a gig somewhere in Manitoba. May your memories of him be of great comfort to all of you during this difficult time - Posted by: Pat and Adam Krupa (Acquaintance) on: Jan 24, 2015

  • Dear Lois, sorry to hear about Charlie. I will truly miss him. Remembering all those good times when you came to visit us in Oakburn, especially playing cards with Charlie and dad. Love Marion - Posted by: Marion Tutkaluk (sister in law) on: Jan 21, 2015

  • Lois and family, my deepest love and sympathy with the passing of Charlie. Remembering all the good times we shared over the years. Charlie's greatest love was Lois, his family and took great pride in all they did. Charlie you will be sorely missed. Love Deanna and family XO - Posted by: Deanna Gareau (sister in law) on: Jan 21, 2015

  • We absolutely loved hearing all Charlie's stories from the past and he truly was very proud of all his accomplishments and his children and grandchildren, and loved and lived life to the fullest He will be missed by all who knew him. xo - Posted by: Gayel/Gerard Bodnarchuk (Friends/hairstylist) on: Jan 21, 2015

  • Uncle Charlie, I will always have great memories of you. You will be missed and not forgotten by us all. Our heartfelt condolences and sorrow from our family to yours. Thoughts and prayers are with all of you. - Posted by: Matthew, Carmen and Lucas Gareau (Nephew) on: Jan 21, 2015

  • My papa was the best. He may have had 15 grandchildren but he took time to know us all as individuals. My greatest memory is papa throwing money in the pool and all the grandchildren would race for it. It started off as quarters and soon turned in to 5's and a couple 20's. I remember my brother almost trampling me to get the money. In the end we all ended up with a piece of the 20. Rest in peace, love Lyndsay - Posted by: lyndsay robson (granddaughter) on: Jan 21, 2015

  • Rob and family, May peace and comfort find you during this very difficult time. As your dad identified with the wonderful words of Johnny Cash, “I keep a close watch on this heart of mine”, we know his legacy will continue in the strength of his family. Our deepest condolences. Wilson and Barb - Posted by: WIlson and Barb (Friends) on: Jan 20, 2015

  • I remember Charlie when he came to mom and dad's to leave with the orchestra. He was always full of joy and was a lot of fun. - Posted by: sonia (lamb) krykolowich (Charlie played with dad (Peter Lamb)) on: Jan 20, 2015

  • My sincere condolences to the entire family, a truly honorable man. - Posted by: russ s () on: Jan 20, 2015

  • Charlie, you were loved beyond words and will be missed beyond measure. Extending our heartfelt condolences to the family, we share in your sorrow. - Posted by: Valerie & Gary Axford (brother-in-law) on: Jan 20, 2015

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