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PAUL WAWRYKO, M.D.
Born: Dec 19, 1981
Date of Passing: Dec 08, 2023
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PAUL WAWRYKO, M.D.
With immeasurable sorrow and heartbreak, we announce the sudden passing of Dr. Paul Wawryko: son, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin, and friend-that-was-family to many.
Paul's approach to life was one of continuous discovery, boundless adventure, and fiercely deep connections with loved ones. His days were filled with immense purpose, and he achieved more in nearly 42 years than many do in a lifetime: excelling in his career, receiving a University of Manitoba teaching award, completing the Boston and Chicago marathons, an Ironman competition, traveling to at least 20 countries around the world, and giving back to others, all while prioritizing meaningful relationships with friends and family above all else.
Paul had a brilliant mind and gifted his intelligence and tenacious curiosity to medicine as a pathologist [UM/06] specializing in Pulmonary Pathology. He worked at the Health Sciences Centre and St. Boniface General Hospital and recently completed a fellowship at the Mayo Clinic in Arizona. Like all others, his colleagues admired Paul for his thoughtfulness, humour, and altruism.
Paul loved being an uncle and adored his nieces and nephews. His close relationships with his sisters continued to deepen into adulthood, where they completed triathlons together and spent time at the family cabin in Riding Mountain National Park, Brandon, or on family vacations. Paul was protective and proud of his accomplished siblings and loved his family fiercely.
Paul is survived by his loving family: parents, Lindsay and Tony; sisters, Ashley (Chris) and Heather (Scott); nieces, Payton and Kate; nephews, Hudson and Luxton; as well as uncles, an aunt, and cousins. He also leaves behind many adoring friends.
The family expresses gratitude to Ethical Death Care for their touching photo-biography video honouring Paul's life, accessible through the 'tributes' link at the bottom of this obituary.
A celebration of life is being planned for April 27, 2024, at the Canadian Human Rights Museum to allow for travel arrangements for friends and family. Time and further details will follow. You can honour Paul in many ways, including donating to animal welfare causes close to his heart: The Winnipeg Humane Society and Prairie Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Dec 23, 2023, Dec 23, 2023
Condolences & Memories (3 entries)
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Sorry to read of your tragic loss. - Posted by: Ernie Babynec (Old friend of Dr Wawryko's father) on: Jan 13, 2024
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Wonderful and heartfelt words of remembrance for a son and brother so well loved. I remember Paul as an active and very inquisitive small boy, and although we never met in person again through the years, I did hear many stories from his Mother about his accomplishments and adventures. He was an amazing young man and I am sending my love and support to the family. - Posted by: Diana Yaworski (long time friend of his Mother) on: Dec 24, 2023
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Paul and I played ultimate together for a number of seasons in the late 2000s. He was a role model for me, a tremendous athlete, and just the best guy. Rest in peace my friend. - Posted by: Jason Roberts (Friend) on: Dec 23, 2023
