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LEONARD ZAKOWICH
Date of Passing: Apr 22, 2016
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryLEONARD ZAKOWICH Peacefully, on Friday, April 22, 2016, at Percy E. Moore Hospital, in Hodgson, Manitoba, Leonard Zakowich, aged 75 years, of Winnipeg, Manitoba, passed away. Leonard was predeceased by his loving wife of 50 years, Marlene Zakowich (nee Hrabec); son Lane; parents, Mathew and Rose; sister Lorraine and niece Dale. He leaves to cherish in his memory his children; Melody (Fred), Lori (Ashot), Michael (Tammy); grandchildren, Cody, Madison, Brittany, Mikayla, Matthew; great-grandson Grayson; brother Richard (Laurice); and mother-in-law Lydia, as well as other nieces, nephews and friends and family. In his early years, Leonard worked at the Fort Garry Hotel as a pastry chef, his pie crust recipe went on to be a family favourite. He also worked at Co-op Dairies for several years as a milk and ice cream truck driver. He later went to work and retire from the Winnipeg School Division #1 after 25 years. After retiring, Leonard and Marlene made a move to a much quieter life in Arborg, Manitoba. Leonard was a kind-hearted man with a great sense of humour. Leonard enjoyed: gardening, collecting sports cards, hockey pins, fishing, hunting and watching the Toronto Blue Jays play baseball. In keeping with his wishes, cremation has taken place and a private family celebration will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his memory to Ducks Unlimited Canada or a charity of your choice. Gilbart Funeral Home, Selkirk, MB in care of arrangements. www.gilbartfuneralhome.com
Publish Date: Apr 30, 2016
LEONARD ZAKOWICH Peacefully on Friday, April 22, 2016, at the Percy E. Moore Hospital, in Hodgson, MB, Leonard Zakowich, aged 75 years, of Winnipeg, MB, beloved husband of the late Marlene, passed away. Full obituary to follow in Saturday's Free Press. Gilbart Funeral Home, Selkirk in care of arrangements.
Publish Date: Apr 26, 2016
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 30, 2016
Condolences & Memories (9 entries)
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Thinking of you and your family Lori, you were caring daughter and advocate daughter as you worked for you dad's health and well being. - Posted by: Lisa Kazmerik (Friend) on: May 02, 2016
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Our deepest condolences on the passing of your dad and Gigi! Sending love, Carol, Wally and girls - Posted by: Carol Sawchuk (Family friend) on: May 01, 2016
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To Mike and family, I am very sorry to hear about the loss of Mr Zak. From the hockey days, sleepovers and collecting hockey pins, I will always remember Mr. Zak as a giving and generous person. - Posted by: George Tsiklis (Friend) on: May 01, 2016
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Sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you Melody and you family. - Posted by: Teresa Bielak (Classmate) on: Apr 30, 2016
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Sorry Melody and Fred for your loss. - Posted by: Cori Swenarchuk (friend of Melody) on: Apr 27, 2016
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My sincere condolences to all the family on Leonard's passing. - Posted by: Vic Kowalewich () on: Apr 26, 2016
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Melody, Michael, Lori and family Our sincere condolences on the passing of your father. Leonard will be fondly remembered by his many friends. The Pawlyk family - Posted by: Nancy Pawlyk (Friend of family) on: Apr 26, 2016
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We didn't know Lenny very well, but he will be missed. - Posted by: Allison, Curtis & Caelen Rondeau (Co-worker & distant relative) on: Apr 26, 2016
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Sorry for your loss..Prayers from the Main family to yours... - Posted by: Rose Main (Friend of Melody) on: Apr 26, 2016