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VICTOR WATKO
Born: Dec 12, 1926
Date of Passing: Feb 15, 2015
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryVICTOR WATKO December 12, 1926 - February 15, 2015 After 88 years of a life well lived, it is with great sadness that we announce the quiet passing of Victor Watko at Selkirk Betel Home, formerly of East Selkirk, MB. Victor was predeceased by his loving wife Annie in 2013, his son Russel in 2009, and his sisters Olga, Jean and Anne. Dad will forever be missed by his children Denise (Derek) Webber, Peggy (Dennis) Craplewe and Kenneth (Donna) Waytiuk. Gigi will be remembered by his nine grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. Dad considered himself lucky to be able to make a living doing what he loved with his wife by his side, and that was farming. He was also thankful to be able to serve his fellow man in various ways and civic capacities. He was elected as Chairman of the Board for the Manitoba Vegetable Marketing Commission and remained in that position from 1972 to 1978. Dad also enjoyed municipal politics and served as Councillor in St. Clements from 1959 to 1966 and was elected as Reeve and acted in that position from 1980 to 1986. Mom and Dad loved travelling and enjoyed their winters spent in New Mexico. They also enjoyed sightseeing throughout much of Canada and the U.S. Dad loved playing cards and spending time with family and friends. A heartfelt thank you is extended to the kind, caring and compassionate staff at Betel Home for taking care of our Dad and Gigi. In keeping with Dad's wishes, cremation has taken place and no funeral service will be held. A private family interment will take place at a later date at Brookside Cemetery in Walkleyburg, MB. Gilbart Funeral Home, Selkirk in care of arrangements www.gilbartfuneralhome.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 17, 2015
Condolences & Memories (8 entries)
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Our sincere condolences to the family. May loving memories bring you comfort and peace. - Posted by: Herman & Shirley Prins (Friend and neighbor) on: Feb 21, 2015
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My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Victor. A very wonderful and well respected gentleman. Rest in peace my friend. - Posted by: James Kromley (friend) on: Feb 18, 2015
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Our deepest condolences to the family. Victor was a great and valued friend of our parents Peter and Marion Smoley. I remember fond visits of the farm in the 50's and later the residence in East Selkirk. Our hearts go out to you. - Posted by: Doug and Joanne Smoley and Family (Friend) on: Feb 18, 2015
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To Denise, Derrick and boys ...sorry for your loss MY condolences..Jeff - Posted by: jeff deCock (friend) on: Feb 17, 2015
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Sincere condolences to the family. We had only met Victor recently and thought him to be a kind and gentle man. - Posted by: Michelle and John Rutherford () on: Feb 17, 2015
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My thoughts are with you at this time of sorrow. Take comfort knowing that he is now with your mom. I had a lot of fun growing up and knowing your mom and dad as they were neighbors with my baba and Gigi Linda Willis (Mazur) Dzakrl - Posted by: Linda Willis (Mazur) (Friend) on: Feb 17, 2015
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Many fond memories of the early days of visits and round table discussions at my parents' kitchen table, a kind and proud man!! - Posted by: Carole Forbister (Friend) on: Feb 17, 2015
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Our sincerest condolences to the family. A most outstanding community supporter and person. Cherishing memories past. - Posted by: Willy & Edelean Cole (Former resident) on: Feb 17, 2015