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THEODORE FRANK TKACHYK
Date of Passing: Jan 16, 2015
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryTHEODORE FRANK TKACHYK On January 16, Ted lost his courageous battle. He fought hard and did not give up easy, but a cure was not to be found. Ted leaves to mourn his passing his wife Cheryl, mom (Doris), brothers Ed (Jo-Ann) and Jim (Cathy), sisters Marlene, Stephanie (Eldon), Lorraine (Larry), Barbara, Gloria, Diane (Ron) and Sharon (Marc), 25 nieces and nephews and 12 great-nieces and nephews, mother-in-law (Sylvia), brother-in-law (John), sisters-in-law Darlene (Pete) and Sandy (Marc). Ted was predeceased by his dad (Matt), father-in-law Fred and brother-in- law Jack. Ted wasn't able to be home when his dad passed and it was hard, but he took comfort in knowing he and his dad had a very special relationship and the miles didn't matter. Ted farmed his whole life with his brothers and dad, and together they all worked very hard with one goal, be good at what they did and look after each other and their families. Ted also had many other interests but somehow managed to keep it all going. He was very active in the community he grew up in, and also strived to do what he could to make it a better place. He served on the local fire department for 42 years, 10 of those as chief. He served on municipal council for 10 years, chaired the building of the new community hall, spent countless hours at the curling rink and skating rink and many unnoticed actions that nobody would even know about. But what gave Ted the most satisfaction was helping someone, whether it be pulling them out of the ditch or teaching them how to do something. One of Ted's brother-in-laws affectionately called him McGiver. He could fix or improvise anything. Ted, the happiest day of my life was when we found each other. My life was fulfilled with you in it. I now have a heart with a huge hole in it that will one day be mended when we meet again. I love you Ted. You gave so much to me and others, now rest in peace. I would like to thank Ted's family for their help and support the last 20 months. I would not have been able to keep Ted with me as long as I did without their devotion to their brother. Flowers gratefully declined. Donations in memory of Ted may be made to The Carman Area Foundation, RM of Grey Endowment Fund, Box 160, Carman Manitoba, R0G 0J0 Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, January 21, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. at the Elm Creek Community Hall with Father Lawrence Agorchukwu officiating. Prayers will take place at Doyle's Funeral Home on Tuesday, January 20, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. Doyle's Funeral Home in care of arrangements. www.doylesfuneralchaple.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jan 19, 2015
Condolences & Memories (13 entries)
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Our most heartfelt condolences to Cheryl and her family and to Doris and the Tkachyk family. Rest in Peace Ted. - Posted by: paddy and sharon Mullaney (friends) on: Jan 25, 2015
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My condolences to the Tkachyk family. - Posted by: Kim King (Friend ) on: Jan 21, 2015
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When my Dad was still alive and Ted and Cheryl were moving dirt into the property that is the house now my Dad asked Ted what he was building over there and Ted with his grin said a pig barn Cliff. He will be dearly missed! - Posted by: Brad Archibald (friend) on: Jan 20, 2015
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When my Dad was still alive and Ted and Cheryl were moving dirt into the property that is the house now, my Dad asked Ted what he was building over there and Ted with his grin said "a pig barn Cliff." He will be dearly missed! - Posted by: Brad Archibald (friend) on: Jan 20, 2015
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Our sincere condolences to Cheryl and all the Tkachyk family. Ted was a very generous person in giving of his time and his talents to his family, friends, and his community. If you wanted talk - he would always find the time to give you his full attention. It was an honour to have had the opportunity to work with him while he was Reeve. May God's grace and love surround you and all your family. - Posted by: Jill and John Stafford (friend) on: Jan 20, 2015
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Cheryl and Tkachyk Family: Thinking of you all, there are no words. Rest in peace, Ted, you gave a good fight. Give your Dad a hug from us all! Love to you all, the Piches - Posted by: Rick and Marta Piche' (Family friends) on: Jan 20, 2015
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Cheryl, I was deeply saddened to hear of the loss of your "soulmate". Ted will always be lovingly remembered for his strong work ethic, exceptional skills, kindness, his "helpful hands" and for the many contributions he made to his community. My sincerest condolences to you and all his beloved family. Liz Armitage - Posted by: Liz Armitage (Friend / HSC co-worker) on: Jan 19, 2015
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Some of my early memories are of Ted coming over to hunt pigeons, build bike jumps, drive old cars, catch up on school work (pause for laughter) and other 10 and 11 year old things. One time, we put 1x6 pieces of lumber up in the rafters of an old granary to make a walk way. Ted seemed a little apprehensive walking up there, but then I was on the ground looking up. Jump ahead 8 or 10 years, and he was climbing an 80 foot ladder and then would shimmy out a down spout to fix a leak down at the bins. Another 5 or 6 years passed, and I went with Ted on his first "free fall" parachute jump. Ted was the first out of the plane, and last to pull his cord (once again, I was on the ground looking up!). I would say that fear of heights hurdle was cleared, and the bar was set high! Ted's intention in setting "bars high", were "his bars". He never expected anyone else to jump them, he would jump them so no one else had to. If he set the bar at 8, he would jump 10 just to make sure. Being Fire Chief, pilot, parachutist, hall building committee, Reeve, excellent mechanic, excellent farmer, trouble shooter of all kinds, were just some of bars that he set. Ted set these bars for himself, so no one else had to jump them. Honest, reliable, kind, friendly, thoughtful, helpful, good listener, diplomat, are some of the words I found when I looked up Abraham Lincoln. I am not comparing Ted to Abe, because there are some differences. Ted's girl is Cheryl, Abe's was Mary. The reason I have mentioned Abe is because I have to borrow some words from him. In the end, it's not the years in your life that should be a measuring stick, it's the life in your years....... - Posted by: John Sisson (Friend) on: Jan 19, 2015
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Dick and I will never forget the generosity and friendship extended to us when visiting your home Cheryl in Puerta Vallarta. He was so proud of your home there and the way of life. He was always helping people there as was his way back home. Our love to you Cheryl, and we are so very, very sorry........Dick and Judy - Posted by: dick and judy boyachek (friends) on: Jan 19, 2015
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Ted, you were the finest brother a sister could have asked for. You touched so many lives with your unselfish ways. Thank you for all you have done for me and many others. I will miss you. Love Barb - Posted by: Barb (Sister) on: Jan 19, 2015
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Our deepest sympathy to Doris, Cheryl and the entire Tkachyk family. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you who can take some comfort in knowing that Ted is now in a better place and free of pain. - Posted by: Dave & Gina Smith (Family friends) on: Jan 19, 2015
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Auntie Doris and family When I talked to Ted at his Dad's funeral I was so optimistic by his fighting spirit to beat the illness. It was with a heavy heart when I heard of his passing. It's been a tough couple of months for your family and again gives me a perspective about how precious our time on this earth really is. Andy, Tyler, and Nicole - Posted by: Andy Tkachyk (Uncle) on: Jan 19, 2015
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Please accept my deepest sympathy to the whole family. It all seems surreal for now, we can only hope time will make it better. I watched many a hockey game when Ted played, along with lots of my cousins. Always a good game and good hockey. You'll be missed, Teddy, R.I.P. - Posted by: Laverne Teasdale Adolphe (Scharien) (School mates) on: Jan 19, 2015