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STEPHAN (STEVE) KRAKALOVICH
Born: Aug 24, 1935
Date of Passing: Aug 24, 2015
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemorySTEPHAN (STEVE) KRAKALOVICH It is with saddened hearts that we announce the passing of Stephan (Steve) Krakalovich on Monday, August 24, 2015. Steve was born on August 24, 1935 in Arran, Saskatchewan, to Josaphat (Stephan) and Irene Krakalovich, the youngest of thirteen children. He lived and worked on the family farm in Saskatchewan until moving to Winnipeg. He worked at various jobs in Winnipeg until he retired from employment with the Winnipeg Airport Authority. Steve was predeceased by his son Thomas; sisters Mary and husband Miron Dudar, Anne and husband Bruno Umek, Nellie and husband Mike Staranchuk, Bessie and husband Bill Staranchuk, Jean Lilley, Emily and husband Peter Senyk, and Beatrice Krochak; brothers Mike and sister-in-law Minnie Pawlicki, Bill and John, and brother-in-law Bill Minsky. Left to cherish his memory are his sisters Sally Minsky and Dorothy (Don Skipp), daughter-in-law Lisa, grandchildren Austin, Kennedy, Lucas, Xander, and Reagan, and sister-in-law Edith Krakalovich, brothers-in-law Norman Lilley and Mike Krochak, former wife Olive; and numerous nieces and nephews. Prayers will be offered on Monday, August 31, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. at E.J. Coutu & Co. Funeral Directors, 680 Archibald Street in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Funeral service will be held at E.J. Coutu on Tuesday, September 1, 2015 at 10:30 a.m. with a luncheon to follow, then interment at St. Vital Cemetery, 236 River Road (next to St. Vital Park), with Reverend Father Volodymyr Bashutskyy presiding at both services. The family would like to thank all the staff at the Concordia Hospital for the kind care and support for Steve as he was in and out of hospital during the last few months. In lieu of flowers, if friends so desire, donations in memory of Stephan may be made to the Concordia Foundation, 1095 Concordia Ave., Winnipeg, MB, R2K 3S8. The Coutu Family in care of arrangements: E.J. COUTU & CO. FUNERAL DIRECTORS 680 Archibald Street 204-253-5086 ejcoutu.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Aug 29, 2015
Condolences & Memories (3 entries)
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Steve you will be missed here on earth, but I know that you are celebrating your reunion with Tom right now in heaven. You were anxious to go and meet with Tom for that last three years. You often told me that it should have been you to go instead of him. Your kind and generous heart will be remembered forever. You had a way of making everyone around you feel special! You were the ideal father and grandfather--always wanting the best for them and rejoicing in their successes. Till we meet again, my friend, I know you're laughing with the angels. Sharon - Posted by: Sharon Polubok (sister-in-law) on: Sep 04, 2015
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Uncle Steve always had a smile on his face, and a twinkle in his eye.He was sensitive and kind. He had an amazing memory, and could remember everyone. He missed his son, Tom so much, and wanted to be with him. They shared many of their interests together and he was a very loving father to Tom. He also really loved his grandkids, and enjoyed talking about each of them, and seeing them when ever he could. We know that he loved the Lord, and would regularly read his bible. We take comfort in knowing that he is with Jesus, and where he wanted to be. - Posted by: Angie Harasyn (niece) on: Sep 03, 2015
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I work at St. Vital Cemetery and that is where I met Steve as he would almost everyday visit his son Tom. Steve and I have had many conversations at the cemetery and we got to know each other very well with talks about our families! We had something in common as his son "Tom aka Two bags" played hockey with one of my best friends Donovan Pearace! Steven will be sadly missed by myself as I have always looked forward to seeing him and talking about life! Rest in Peace my good friend!!! - Posted by: Mike Kuklik (Friend) on: Aug 30, 2015