BERNARD THOMAS TATARYN

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BERNARD THOMAS TATARYN Peacefully on March 21, 2016, at the age of 82, Bernard Thomas Tataryn passed away at the Deer Lodge Centre, Winnipeg, with his loving family at his side. Bernard was predeceased by his parents Joseph and Mary; sister Nellie; brothers Walter, Mike, Joe, Melvin; sisters-in-law Catherine, Louise, and Lillian, and his eldest son Brian. He is survived by Hazel, his loving wife of 58 years; brother Edward; children Doug (Darlene), Richard, Robert (Christine), Mary (Kirby), George, David and Gordon; daughter-in-law Shelly and his nieces, nephews, and many loving grandchildren. Bernard was born in Selkirk, Manitoba and raised on the family homestead. He loved farming and was always ready to help out when needed. He made his career in plumbing and heating, working at Comstock, Balcaen and Sons, Moar's Plumbing and Heating, and retired from Tataryn's Plumbing and Heating, which he owned and operated for 35 years. He enjoyed playing cards, casino trips, his coffee buddies at McDonalds, and family and his long time friends at the Selkirk Legion. He was a founding member of the Selkirk Knights of Columbus, serving on the board which established the Selkirk Knights Centre. The family would like to thank the staff of the Deer Lodge Centre, especially Dr. Mario Paskvalin and nurse Erin for their compassionate and loving care during his final hours. We would also like to thank Selkirk and District Home Care who helped mom look after Dad for the past five years. Special thanks to Gilbart's Funeral Home for their extraordinary care, support, and attention to detail in our time of need. Mass and Christian burial will be held on Tuesday, March 29, 2016 at 10:30 a.m. in the Notre Dame Roman Catholic Church, Selkirk. As per his wishes, cremation has taken place. Interment will be at the Notre Dame Cemetery following the Mass. If friends so desire, in lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or charity of your choice. Bernie will live forever in the hearts of his many children and grandchildren. Gilbart Funeral Home, Selkirk in care of arrangements. www.gilbartfuneralhome.com
Publish Date: Mar 26, 2016

BERNARD THOMAS TATARYN Peacefully on Monday, March 21, 2016, at the Deer Lodge Centre, with his family by his side, Bernard Tataryn, aged 82 years of Selkirk, beloved husband of Hazel passed away. A Memorial Mass will be held on Tuesday, March 29 at 10:30 a.m. in the Notre Dame Roman Catholic Church in Selkirk, Manitoba. Full obituary to follow in Saturday's Free Press. Gilbart Funeral Home, Selkirk in care of arrangements.
Publish Date: Mar 23, 2016

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Mar 26, 2016