1938 ~ 2016
Edward Anton Smolarski, 78, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 2, 2016 at River East Personal Care Home in Winnipeg, MB. He was born on May 2, 1938 to Walter and Teenie (Roman) Smolarski.
Eddie spent most of his life in the country, living in Thalberg/Stead, MB until he retired to Beausejour, MB. Eddie was a man of many talents which covered an eclectic career. He was a farmer, construction worker, logger, bus driver, municipal councilor and overall jack of many trades.
Ed was a foundation in the community and enjoyed helping others. He was passionate about the outdoors, camping and loved spending time with his family, in particular his grandchildren.
Ed was predeceased by his parents Walter and Teenie.
Ed is survived by his wife of 52 years, Zonie; his children Myron (Teresa), Tammy (Terry), Anthony, and Christine (David); his grandchildren Cody, Samantha, Melissa, Conner, Nicholas, Joshua and Jordan; his brother Paul (Steffie), and numerous friends and family.
Ed’s family would like to thank the staff at River East Personal Care Home for the care and compassion they provided.
Divine Liturgy will be sung on Monday, August 8 at 9:00 a.m. at Holy Ghost Ukrainian Catholic Church, Beausejour, MB. Interment will take place in Sts. Peter & Paul Ukrainian Catholic Cemetery, Thalberg.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Alzheimer’s Society, 10-120 Donald Street, Winnipeg, MB R3C 4G2 or River East Personal Care Home, 1375 Molson Street, Winnipeg, MB R2K 4K8.
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Glen Wilgosh
I can still remember Uncle Ed and his 3 teen age nephews Glen,Greg and John sitting and talking about our million dollar money making ventures. Probably a couple of di bojas involved. Uncle Ed had such ideas, we had so much fun with him in our younger days.
Many stories to tell about Uncle Ed.
Rest in peace Uncle.
Glen
Jim olinyk
Great one Glem
Lisa
So sorry hear of your loss. Cherish all the good times and I know there were many. He was a great man always made you laugh.
Nancy Melan ( nee Trapp)
To the Smolarski Family, you are in my thoughts and prayers. May Uncle Eddie be flying with the angels. I will always remember the good times we had out at the farm and many holiday celebrations we spent together. His smile and laugh will be embedded in my heart. Sorry for your loss. So difficult to lose a parent. Love and hugs to you all.
Dolores Boyce
So Sorry Christine on the loss of your Dad. Hugs to you and your family.
Kim Friesen (Gerbrand)
So sorry for your loss, what a wonderful man, he will be missed and always remembered. Hugs to you all.
audrey and james gunning
so sorry to see that Ed passed away. Our most sincere condolence to Zonie and her family. Keep the good memories close to your hearts. RIP Ed
Kimberly Austman (Orum)
So sorry to hear that Uncle Eddie has passed- I have many special memories of being at the farm and having a great time. You are all in my Thoughts and Prayers-
dave olinyk
sorry for the loss ..I had so many great times out on farm with all . uncle ed always had somthing to be done some fun some hard work lol rest in peace uncle
Jill Olinyk
Zonie, Myron, Tammy, Anthony, Chrissy and Family, I mostly remember Eddie back in time on the farm or celebrations at Thalberg always a big smile and a story to tell . He touched many lives. Our deepest sympathy’s .
Connie and Paul Krawchuk
Our sincere sympathy, Zoni and family, I remember many family gatherings at my Uncle Stanley’s place when we were kids.
May he rest in peace.
Connie and Paul Krawchuk