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WILLIAM (BILL) KOZAK
Date of Passing: Nov 18, 2013
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryWILLIAM (BILL) KOZAK It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of William Kozak, of Prawda, MB, at the Steinbach Hospital on Monday, November 18, 2013, at the age of 76. Bill leaves behind his loving wife of 43 years, Shirley, son Kyle (Christina), grandchildren Rese and Adrea, brothers Mike (Shirley), Leo (Marlene), and Ed (Pat), and mother-in-law Denise Krawetz, as well as many brothers and sisters-in-law, nieces and nephews. Bill was predeceased by his parents Steve and Ann Kozak, father-in-law Mike Krawetz, niece Kimberly Revet, and best friend Bill Luch. When Bill and Shirley were married in 1970 they lived in Hadashville. In 1972 they moved their house to the family farm in Medika where they made it a home, and had their son Kyle. Bill was a school bus driver and mechanic all his life. He knew every fishing hole along the river behind the farm. In 2001 they moved to Prawda, where they made a new home, enjoying the beauty of nature, watching the deer and birds they loved to feed. Bill was a devoted, kind, caring and understanding husband, father and grandfather. Bill was a man that didn't ever have much to say, but when he did you knew it meant something. He had many simple joys in life: hunting, fishing, camping, traveling and spending time with his close friends and family. None of these came close to the fulfillment he got from spending his last years with his grandson Rese and granddaughter Adrea. They truly kept him fighting to hang on. A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, November 23, 2013 at the Reynolds Community Club in Prawda, MB. A private interment will take place at a later date. Honorary Pallbearers will be Maurice Dubowski, Don Revet, Gladwin Doerksen, Ken Neyedly, Stan Barta and Gary Bargenda. The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff at the Steinbach Hospital for all their compassionate care. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Children's Wish Foundation, Manitoba Chapter, 350 St. Mary Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R3C 3J2. SOBERING FUNERAL CHAPEL & CREMATORIUM, Beausejour 268-3510 or MB Toll Free 1-877-776-2220 www.soberingfuneralchapel.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Nov 21, 2013
Condolences & Memories (5 entries)
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My deepest sympathy Shirley, Kyle and family. A great friend that I work with side by side for ten years as well hunting, fishing and camping. Great memories will never be forgotten. Rest in peace Bill. God be with you. Your friend Dennis Pawlyshyn - Posted by: Dennis Pawlyshyn (Friend) on: Nov 30, 2013
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Bill was a great bus driver. I remember the last day of Christmas break Bill would give all kids on the bus a box of chocolates and we were happy. Bill would always say good morning to us as well. My deepest sympathy to Shirley, Kyle and Family. - Posted by: Trish Gulenchyn (student on his bus) on: Nov 22, 2013
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He was the best bus driver ever, remember sitting in the front seat watching his every move, it made me actually become a spare driver. - Posted by: Shelly Barta (Friend) on: Nov 21, 2013
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My deepest sympathy to Shirley and family. Bill was a friendly man who never failed to say Hello and smile when I met him. He will be missed by all who knew him. - Posted by: Carol Ans (acquaintance) on: Nov 21, 2013
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Shirley, Kyle and Family, Our thoughts and prayers go out to you at this difficult time. Bill "coyotee" Kozak was a good friend and will be missed. Gone are the days when we could drink Manishewitz and Baby Duck by the case. Walleye and Geese would fear when "coyotee" was near! Rest in Peace Billy. From your friend, Garry Bargenda and family - Posted by: Garry Bargenda (Friend) on: Nov 21, 2013