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WALTER EDWARD JOPKA
Born: Aug 08, 1941
Date of Passing: Jul 31, 2016
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WALTER EDWARD JOPKA Wally passed away peacefully on July 31, 2016, surrounded by his family after a short battle with cancer. Born in Ethelbert, MB, on August 8, 1941, Wally grew up in Grandview, MB. Predeceased by his father Steve, sister Joyce and brother John; he is survived by his mother Olga and sister Marlene. In 1961 Wally started what would become over a 40 year career with the Hudson Bay and Northwest Company which saw him serve in numerous managerial roles and took him across the country. In 1962 while stationed in Wabowden, MB, he met the love of his life, Verla Little. A loving marriage of over 50 years blessed them with four children, Karren, Darren (Pat), Kathy (Levi), Karla (Derek); eight grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Wherever he went, Wally was always an active member of the community serving as a coach to countless teams, a member of the Knights of Columbus and with the church. An avid sports fan, he loved golf, curling, hockey, football, floor curling, shuffling and, most of all, baseball. He enjoyed travel and we cherish the many family vacations which always ended up near a Major League ballpark. In retirement he and Verla became Canadian snowbirds, travelling each winter through the southern US, finally settling in Weslaco, Texas, where they have enjoyed 17 years at the Pine to Palm trailer park. But most of all, Dad was a loving father and was never happier than spending time with family around the dinner table. A celebration of his life will be on Saturday, August 6, at 9:30 a.m. at Mary Mother of the Church, 85 Kirkbridge Drive, Winnipeg. In lieu of flowers, please donate to CancerCare Manitoba. GREEN ACRES Funeral Home and Cemetery (204) 222-3241 Condolences may be sent to www.greenacresfuneralhome.com
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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Aug 04, 2016
Condolences & Memories (6 entries)
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Verla and family: I was very sad to hear of Wally`s passing. I had the pleasure of working with Wally at NWC for 8 years. He was a great help setting up the computer systems in the stores. Wally new the grocery business very well. He was a pleasure to work and travel with to the stores. Many fun times and hard work were experienced with Wally on the road. In more recent years I have shared the experience of being in the same resort in Texas as Wally. Wally was a great golfer and shuffle board player, and enjoyed his time with Verla in the P2P resort. Pine to Pine will miss you. - Posted by: Jim Watts (Co-Worker and P2P Resident) on: Aug 05, 2016
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We met Wally and Verla in 1968/69 and re connected at church in Weslaco Texas and it had been out routine for 7 years we will miss him dearly, as on our meetings we could exchange experiences from Winnipeg to the high Artic , may he rest in peace, God bless and take care Verla . - Posted by: Jim and Josephine Leddy (Dear friends ) on: Aug 05, 2016
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So sorry for your loss. Our condolences to the whole family. - Posted by: Susan Wight (family friend) on: Aug 04, 2016
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My condolences to the Jopka and Little families. - Posted by: Violet Dixon (family friend) on: Aug 04, 2016
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We where very saddened to hear that Wally passed away. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family, Verla. Our thoughts are with you. Cherish your memories of him. - Posted by: Raisa & Gerry Davies (friend) on: Aug 04, 2016
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Verla and family we are so sorry to learn of the passing of Wally. We will certainly miss him at the park this winter. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. - Posted by: Dave & Leigh Wolfe (Pine to Palm friends) on: Aug 04, 2016