Joseph MARCINO

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MARCINO: On April 28, 2013, with his family by his side, Joseph Thomas Marcino peacefully passed away at the age of 101. Joe was born in Poland on July 16th 1911, the youngest of seven children. At the age of 16 he immigrated to Canada to join his older brothers in the Erickson area. He and Mary Wojesysyn married on February 15, 1933 and began an amazing marriage that spanned 65 years. They farmed near Erickson where they raised seven children. Joe is survived by his daughters: Liz O’Neil, Florence Marcino (George), Joyce Shewan, Judy Ticknor (Ken), Lorraine Nychuk (Terry); his son Zigmund Marcino (Vivian); daughter-in -law Gail Marcino, numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, a great-great-grandchild, nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his loving wife Mary, son Kashmir, grandson Maurice, and sons-in-law: Dick O’Neil, Cass Jansen, and Keith Shewan. Joe loved the outdoors and spent many happy hours hunting, fishing and gardening. He was actively involved in his community, a devout member of the Roman Catholic Church and a member of the Knights of Columbus. He was a kind hearted man who welcomed everyone into his life and was always willing to offer a helping hand. We would like to thank the staff of Fairview Personal Care Home for the care he received in the 15 years he resided there. Funeral service will be held at St. Jude’s Roman Catholic Church in Erickson on Thursday, May 2, at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, a donation in memory of Joe Marcino may be made to a charity of your choice.

As published in Brandon Sun on May 01, 2013