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EDWARD MIKE GRESKIW
Born: Feb 02, 1943
Date of Passing: May 23, 2017
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryEDWARD MIKE GRESKIW February 2, 1943 - May 23, 2017 It is with heavy hearts that we mourn the loss of our dear husband, brother, father and grandfather. On May 23, 2017, at home with his family by his side, Edward Mike Greskiw peacefully passed away. Ed is survived by his loving and devoted wife, Phyllis, of 49 years; as well as their three wonderful children, son David (Kelly), son Dennis (Terrylynn) and daughter Donna Hainstock (Britt). He will be greatly missed by his seven grandsons, Michael, Benjamin, Jack, Matthew, Otis, Levi and Jude. Ed is also survived by his siblings Steve, Orest and Elizabeth Kushnerek. Ed was predeceased by his father Joseph Greskiw, mother Annie Kushnerek, and stepfather Dmetro Kushnerek. Ed was born on February 2, 1943 in Dauphin, and grew up in Ashville and Pine River. He left home in 1962 to work at Hudson Bay Mining & Smelting, then moved to Winnipeg in 1966 working at CNR and the Winnipeg Fire Department. Ed married Phyllis Mayer in 1968 before devoting their lives to the raising and care of their three children. Ed was a caring, kind hearted and generous person who enlightened our lives and will be missed. We wish to thank family, friends, home care workers, the Palliative Care team and health care professionals who provided care during Ed's declining health. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 3, 2017 at Green Acres Funeral Home and Cemetery, Hwy. #1 E at Navin Road. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Winnipeg Firefighters Burn Fund. GREEN ACRES Funeral Home & Cemetery Hwy. #1 East at Navin Road, Winnipeg, MB (204) 222 3241 Condolences may be sent to www.greenacresfuneralhome.com
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 27, 2017
Condolences & Memories (6 entries)
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Phyllis we are so sorry to hear of Ed's passing. We are also sorry for not attending the funeral because we missed it in the paper. Our condolences to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Ed & Joan - Posted by: Ed & Joan Rak (Friends) on: Jun 09, 2017
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Hello Phyllis and family. We were truly sorry to hear of Ed's passing away. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. - Posted by: Don & Marilyn Mayer (Cousin of Phyllis) on: May 31, 2017
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S Sorry to hear about your dad - Posted by: John Ewanek (Son's friend) on: May 27, 2017
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Terribly sorry for your loss. Know that we are thinking of you and your family as you go through this difficult time. - Posted by: Andrew & Erin Thomas () on: May 27, 2017
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Darling Phyllis, Just thinking about you and your family during this very difficult time. Ed was truly blessed to have you by his side. What a wonderful example of compression and love you have given you children and grandchildren. That truly is a gift.You are a very special lady. You may be tiny but you sure are mighty! I am so thankful to know someone a faithful and true as you. People like you make the world a better place. Take care of your heart... be gentle with yourself. love Kim - Posted by: Kim Szyszkowski (Friend ) on: May 27, 2017
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Our sincere condolences on your loss, Phyllis, David, Kelly, Dennis, Terrylynn, Donna, Britt and families. We hope that fond memories of Ed will sustain all of you during these most difficult times. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Rest in peace Ed. - Posted by: Len and Vicki Lazaruk (Neighbourhood Friends) on: May 27, 2017