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RUDY SMOTRYCKI On Christmas Day 2014 at 5:00 a.m., Rudy Smotrycki "Smoky" quietly slipped away for his final road trip. Rudy was predeceased by his parents John and Ann Smotrycki, siblings Fred Smotrycki and wife Jo-Ann, and Sandra Wishnowski. Rudy was born in Teulon on June 12, 1942. He grew up on the family farm and attended school in Komarno. On May 12, 1962 he married the love of his life, Jo-Ann (nee Johnson) of Domain. He is survived by his wife Jo-Ann, sons, Dale and partner Sherri Buell and her family, James (Jim) and partner Jennifer Wiens; and daughter Coralee and son-in-law Adrian Robertson; grandchildren: Joseph Smotrycki and partner Amreet Bansal, Kyle and partner Kristina Lawrence, Nicolas and fiancée Charla Hum, Katelyn Smotrycki, and great-grandchildren: Donovan and Kevin Rondeau-Smotrycki, Sydni and David Smotrycki, and Illyriah Lawrence. Rudy is also survived by sisters: Helen (Ed) Dziedzic and family, Donna (Wayne) Michaluk, brother-in-law Walter Wishnowski and family, and the family of Fred Smotrycki. Also former daughters-in-law Lynne Smotrycki, Susan Smotrycki, and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. Rudy was a proud and active member of the Fort Garry Aerie 3870. He enjoyed being an eagle member. Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, January 8, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. at the Fraternal Order of Eagles, Aerie 3870, 3459 Pembina Highway, Winnipeg, MB. MacKenzie Funeral Home (204) 467-2525 mackhome@mts.net
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 03, 2015
Condolences & Memories (31 entries)
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Met Rudy and Joanne in 2011. Rudy knew my brother and he and I became each others second wife and husband, sure was sorry to hear of his passing, thinking of you Joanne - Posted by: mary holden-ross (a secret love) on: Jan 17, 2015
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From truck driving to music to dancing..We will miss your energy and smiles and hugs..You and JoAnn supported us in our music where ever we went. We will miss your visits to our farm and your company in the veranda music sessions. We will miss the times when you pass by on the #1 hwy with your big rig and take time to stop at the Prawda Shell for a coffee and chat. Rudy give Faye a big hug for me..Our condolences to all the family...We love you all..Tom and Judy.. - Posted by: Tom & Judy Nixon (Very long term friend.) on: Jan 08, 2015
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So sorry to hear your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Rudy will be missed. Bev & Lorne Montague - Posted by: bev & lorne montague (friend) on: Jan 08, 2015
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We just wanted to say we will miss you Rudy and we will miss your hugs and our dancing dates love always, the Cracuin family and cousin Patsy (your fav girl to bug) - Posted by: Gloria and Carl Craciun and Family (good friends ) on: Jan 08, 2015
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My condolences to the family. Rudy was always a good guy to hang with and could always spin a pretty good story. He always had a smile on his face and always had time for a coffee. You will be missed Rudy! He left a heck of a legacy behind. Gino - Posted by: Gino Guarino (former co-worker) on: Jan 08, 2015
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Rudy always knew how to make everyone crack a smile, even in the darkest of times. Always willing to lend a helping hand. He will be missed by a lot of people but I find peace knowing he is in our hearts always. Big Hugs Jo-Anne, Nic and Family. - Posted by: Samantha Woodward (Friend ) on: Jan 08, 2015
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Up in 18 wheels of glory. ..... Set the cruise dear friend. - Posted by: Dalilah & George (friend ) on: Jan 08, 2015
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To Jo-Ann, Dale, Jim and the entire Smotrycki family. We were sorry to hear of Rudy's passing. Please accept Lois and my condolences. You have to know that if there's a road in heaven then Rudy's still truckn'. - Posted by: James E. Jeary (Friend) on: Jan 08, 2015
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I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Rudy was a lovely man. I always enjoyed seeing Rudy and his family when we were all out at Tom Nixon's many summer jam sessions in Prawda. He always uplifted those around him with a little joke, a warm pat or a smile. You're in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. - Posted by: Judith de Haan (Tom Nixon's Niece) (Friend) on: Jan 07, 2015
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We will miss him. But he will always live on in our hearts. - Posted by: Sherrie and Dwayne Ursel (Friends) on: Jan 07, 2015
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My prayers and thoughts to you Jo-Ann and family..My memories will be always a treasure to me...Rudy will be greatly missed by all... RIP Rudy - Posted by: Robbyn Mccron (Friend) on: Jan 07, 2015
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Joyanne & family, we are extremely saddened to hear of Rudy's passing. Each of us have our special memories of Rudy and shall reflect on them many times over. For you and your family Joanne, simply pick up one foot, and put it down. Pick up the other and so the same, then repeat. Don't look at the length of the road. Remember this journey without Rudy may be difficult at times, however, all of you can do it. Trust this idea. Constantly cherish his memory, there was absolutely nothing he wouldn't do for any of his family or others. An incredible man! - Posted by: Cookie & Bev Bestland (Friends) on: Jan 06, 2015
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Our sympathy and prayers are with you and your family, JoAnn. Rudy will be greatly missed by all of us. - Posted by: Jeanne and Lance Anderson (Cousin) on: Jan 06, 2015
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Heartfelt sympathy to the family of this sweet and gentle man, Jo Anna just know the Craciun family are thinking of you through this hard time..He certainly was a great man with great hugs and a contagious smile.. - Posted by: Samantha Craciun (Family friend) on: Jan 05, 2015
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Rudy, I'll never forget that laugh and your smile. We have lost a great person, always ready to help. Condolences to the family. Hope they don't give you mack to drive around heavon. Miss you bud Friend and co-worker Dave - Posted by: dave parisien (friend and co-worker) on: Jan 04, 2015
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We will miss you dearly - Posted by: Amy Ryerse (Friend) on: Jan 04, 2015
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Was always a pleasure to work with Rudy & then in later years with Dale. Will miss your smiling face. Condolences to the family. - Posted by: Susan & Roman Karalash (friends & co-workers) on: Jan 04, 2015
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My most heartfelt sympathies to Jo-Anne and family. Rudy; what can I say a close friend, co-worker, someone who you could talk to and he would listen. Over the twenty odd I years knew Rudy, we ran into each other very seldom but our friendship was always there, like two brothers. So long, like truckers in the night we see each other again. - Posted by: Roy Brown (close friend and former co-worker) on: Jan 04, 2015
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Keeping you in thought and prayer during this sad time. This is a time for gathering all the best of a good life into the pages of memory,to be held in the heart forever. Holding you close in thought and praying that memories will bring you peace and comfort...with deepest sympathy.... ....R.I.P. Rudy - Posted by: Smotrycki family, Montreal, Quebec () on: Jan 04, 2015
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My deepest condolences for the family. Rudy Smotrycki has been a large part of my family since I first met his daughter my friend Coralee in school. He always welcomed friends and treated them as family, we were more than his children's friends to him. He taught me a great many things and he will be truly missed by everyone who knew him. - Posted by: Linda Deise (Goldsborough) (friend ) on: Jan 04, 2015
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I used to help out at bingo and he always teased me.He always made me laugh.Darrell and I send our deepest sympathy.If you need anything Jo-Anne just give me a call anytime.I'm here for you.He will be sadly missed. - Posted by: dawn lavallee (friend) on: Jan 04, 2015
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condolences to Jo Ann and your family - Posted by: joyce murphy/Gil Lagace (friend) on: Jan 04, 2015
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YOU WILL BE MISSED BY ALL OF US ENJOY THE PEACE THAT HAS COME - Posted by: EILEEN MARCEL ASHLEY LIAM SHIRLEY HEARTHER (FRIENDS FROM SUNDAY BINGO) on: Jan 04, 2015
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it was only yesterday when i saw you last at grandma's funeral you look great and was doing great, but now you are gone and have join the other family member's now we will all miss ya and one day we will see you again R.I.P rudy - Posted by: william smotrycki (grandson of Fred Smotrycki and Jo-ann smotrycki) on: Jan 03, 2015
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Will always love and miss you my dear cousin. We has fun on our farm here in Windsor and your Dads place. say hi to my MOm and Dad up there in heaven💝🎓 Know you are already making everyone laugh. Love Dyan - Posted by: Dyan smotrycki savard (cusion) on: Jan 03, 2015
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We will miss Rudy very much at the Eagles. He was a tireless and dedicated volunteer, member of the executive, and Bingo caller. He also happened to be a great guy! Our condolences to Jo-Ann and the family. - Posted by: Gaylene and Jack Abrams (fellow Eagles members) on: Jan 03, 2015
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Our thoughts & prayers are with you Jo-Ann & family, He was a man with a big heart & a helping hand... He will be missed by all that knew him Vic & Char - Posted by: Vic & Char Dziedzic (brother in law & friend) on: Jan 03, 2015
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We will miss your kibitsing around at bingo. My deepest condolences to you Jo-Ann and family Kim Riel - Posted by: Kimberly Riel (I met Rudy at Wednesday afternoon bingo and Sundays) on: Jan 03, 2015
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Our heartfelt sympathy to all the family. We have fond memories of Rudy from our McMillan school years and recall the fun times when our parents visited each other in the good old days. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. The Waluk Family - Posted by: Eileen Zinkowski (Elementary school friend & neighbour) on: Jan 03, 2015
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you will be missed by all who knew you and my deepest condolence to the family - Posted by: pat (friend) on: Jan 03, 2015
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Our heartfelt sympathy to all the family. We have fond memories of Rudy from our McMillan school years and recall the fun times when our parents visited each other in the good old days. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. The Waluk Family - Posted by: Eileen Zinkowski (Elementary school friend & neighbour) on: Jan 03, 2015