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NORMAN PACHKOWSKY
Date of Passing: Nov 19, 2012
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NORMAN PACHKOWSKY It is with deepest sorrow we announce the passing of Norman Alexander Pachkowsky on November 19, 2012 in Pine Falls at the age of 82. Peacefully, after a courageous battle with cancer, Dad made his final journey home. He is survived by Helen, his loving wife of 62 years, his children Sheila, Ken, Ron (Corrine), JoAnne (Mike), Amy (Calvin), Roberta (Randy), numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren, sister Sandy (Richard), brother Julius (Joyce) and numerous nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his son Gerry, brother Lawrence, sisters Jenny and Sharon and son-in-law Barry. Dad worked for over 40 years at the paper mill in Pine Falls until his retirement in 1988 and was well known in the community. A dedicated parishioner of the Notre Dame du Laus Church, an outstanding member of the Knights of Columbus and the Royal Canadian Legion. The joyful tunes played on his guitar and his presence on the river fishing with family and friends were cherished by many. Our family would like to give special thanks to the Lord our God for allowing us the wonderful gift of sharing so many beautiful years with an extraordinary man. We would also like the thank Father Jim and the many caregivers including the staff at Pine Falls Hospital, North Eastman Palliative Care, his homecare nurses and providers, CancerCare Manitoba and most of all the many family and friends who helped him through his journeys with cancer. Funeral service to take place at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 24 at Notre Dame du Laus Parish in Powerview. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to CancerCare Manitoba; Chalice, 445 Sackville Drive, Suite 1, Lower Sackville, NS B4C 2S1, Canada; or Siloam Mission, 300 Princess Street, Winnipeg, MB R3B 1M3. SOBERING FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM, Beausejour 268-3510 or MB Toll Free 1-877-776-2220 www.soberingfuneralchapel.com
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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 22, 2012
Condolences & Memories (5 entries)
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It will be hard to be in town and not see Norm around the house. He will be missed by all. He always had a good word to say about everyone even if we gave him a hard time when we were growing up. My condolences to all. Will be there to see you in the summer Helen. As always Bill Thomson - Posted by: Bill Thomson (Friend) on: Nov 27, 2012
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I never met Norman but it feels like I know him through Sheila. He soulds like he was a wonderful husband, father and friend. My condolences to the family. - Posted by: Noella Belanger (Friend) on: Nov 23, 2012
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You will ever find a more compassionate man in this lifetime than Norm. I had the great pleasure of being his neighbor for 16 glorious years. He looked out for my kids along with Helen, and for this I will be eternally grateful. So many times over these years whenever I had a problem with anything around my yard, Norm was always there to lend a hand. We had a bond with music also, but I will always regret that we never played together nearly enough. He saw my kids grow up into the fine adults that they are now, although I'm sure at times they thought, man those Vezina kids never go to sleep. I will truly miss you dearest Norm, Thank You Lord for letting me know him for these 16 wonderful years. Heaven has gained an Angel. Love You Norm - Posted by: Norm Vezina (Neighbor and Friend) on: Nov 23, 2012
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Norm was always like an uncle to me. Memories of him always bring a smile to my face. His humour was infectious. I remember when my dad Lawrence quit drinking and we were all at some social function, Norm walked up to me and said "Before your dad joined the AA Sunrise Group, I was his sunrise. We laughed so hard, my dad was in stitches. He never had a harsh word about anyone or anything, a very happy, go lucky man. I'm so lucky to have grown up around Norm and Helen, we were family, no doubt about it. I remember many happy and funny moments with them. I feel so fortunate that we were able to spend some time with Norm in the beginning of September. He was in his prime, playing guitar, singing and of course making us all laugh with his stories. We all had so much fun. He brought joy with him all the time. He was so easy to talk to. So as you share your stories and memories of how he lived his life and how very much he meant, may you find comfort... And, throughout this difficult time, may you know we are so sorry, also know the deepest sympathy and concern that we have for you, Helen and your wonderful family. Sometimes things happen that seem too difficult to face. But hearts do mend and time can be a healer to help soothe the pain. Heaven has welcomed a Very Special person and we will all miss Norm dearly..Sending you all Great Big Bear Hugs and All of our Love, Patsy and Philip p.s. if you need anything please do not hesitate to call and ask.. - Posted by: Patsy (Berthelette) Johnston (felt like a niece) on: Nov 22, 2012
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I am so sorry about your Dad, I cherish all the times I was welcomed into your home. - Posted by: Moe () on: Nov 22, 2012