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NICK SMERECHYNSKI
Born: May 11, 1924
Date of Passing: May 14, 2020
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NICK SMERECHYNSKI
May 11, 1924 - May 14, 2020
He is survived by his four children and their families: children, Donald (Dale), Malloy, John (Dawnna), and Lana (Mark); grandchildren, Courtney and Robert; and his sister, Nettie. He was predeceased by his loving wife, Mary; son, baby William; daughter-in-law, Linda; and 13 siblings.
He was born and raised on a farm in Medika, Manitoba. At 17 he enlisted to join the Allies, where he fought all over Europe in the Second World War. After the war, he worked as a miner in Red Lake, Ontario. Once he had saved enough, he realized his dream to be an entrepreneur, and built his own general store called the Elma Shopping Centre. He was very proud of the variety of merchandise in his store, and of his appointment as the area postmaster. After 25 years, Nick sold his store and moved to the town of Whitemouth. He then became an independent contractor for Canada Post, delivering mail to the local communities of Eastern Manitoba. In retirement, he enjoyed gardening, fishing, and daily adventures with the love of his life, Mary.
Nick was a joyful, caring man who loved life, and making everyone laugh with his jokes and smiles. His true love was being a husband, dad, grandpa, brother, and friend.
The family are very appreciative of the healthcare workers, recreational team, and staff at Concordia Place Nursing Home for their care and compassion.
At this time, the immediate family will have a private memorial, and will hold a Celebration of Life with family and friends when circumstances allow.
An online book of condolences may be signed at www.cropo.com.
Donations may be made to the Alzheimer Society of Manitoba, or the War Amps.
May God welcome you into His Kingdom with ultimate peace and love! You will live on in our hearts and prayers, until we meet again.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 16, 2020
Condolences & Memories (3 entries)
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Don, Malloy, John and Lana, we are sorry to hear about the passing of your father. We send our condolences to you and extended family members. May all his life stories and the memories that were shared help you all through these sadden times! - Posted by: Bev, Wayne and Lisa Kulczycki (Friends) on: May 23, 2020
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Dear Smerechynski Family Sorry for your loss. I will always remember Uncle Nick with his nice smile and lots of laughter. He would bring my mother smoked goldeye that he fished and smoked. We all appreciated this tasty treat. Sincerely Your cousin, Marie - Posted by: Marie Zerbin (Niece) on: May 18, 2020
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Condolences to Smerechynski family, I fondly remember Nick in his store an post office as a youngster in Elma. He was always friendly and jovial and could tell a story or two. Richard McCalder and family - Posted by: Richard McCalder (Friend) on: May 17, 2020
