April 17, 1954 – September 13, 2020
Dennis will be forever remembered by his wife Janet of 43 years; son Kevin, daughter-in-law Lisa; grandchildren Lennon & Weston; his Great Pyrenees dogs Rocky and Sydney, as well as Buster the cat. He leaves behind his brothers and sisters as well as many nieces and nephews.
Dennis was predeceased by his father and mother Albert & Audrey Ilchyna, father-in-law & mother-in-law Frank & Beth Reynolds, brother-in-law Craig Zacharias & nephew Clint Ilchyna.
Dennis met a lot of great friends throughout his career with Winnipeg Livestock Sales and Manitoba Housing.
He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, hosting pool parties at their home in Anola and at their cottage on Pinawa Bay. He looked forward to the weeklong lake party in July. We will all miss his fire side stories.
In his last few years, he devoted all his free time to his grandchildren. They were the highlight of his life. They loved him so much.
His last wish was to have a private celebration with the Ilchyna band playing and all the children dancing, to be hosted at a later date.
In honor of his memory, a donation can be made in his name, to the Manitoba Great Pyrenees Rescue @ mgprescue@gmail.com.
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Simone & Dale
Our deepest condolences to the family.
In our thoughts !
Kathleen Neumann & Brent Wachal
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Dennis. Our thoughts are with the entire family, and may you all find strength during this difficult time. Meeting with Dennis, he would always greet us with the friendliest of smiles and just knew how to make a person feel welcome. Seeing the joy on his face was evident when ever his family and friends were all around. There is no doubt you’ll be missed by so many. May you rest in peace in Dennis.
Cheri Reeve
I had the pleasure of working with Dennis for a number of years at Manitoba Housing. He was one of my favorite people. His love and commitment to his family was evident to everyone who met him and he was the type of person who made you feel good just by his presence. We laughed, we joked and now we mourn his loss. My thoughts and prayers are with Janet and their family. There are no words that I can think of that will alleviate the pain they are feeling right now. Hopefully in time, the memories that are so gut wrenchingly painful right now will provide some comfort and perhaps even a smile. Dennis was the kindest man I knew. I will miss him.
Doug and Kathy
Sending our deepest condolences to Janet, Kevin and Lisa and their children and all the Ilchyna family. We spent many hours with Dennis while our kids played hockey together. Their pool parties were the best. Dennis will be truly missed. May wonderful memories help ease your heartache. Rest in peace Dennis.
Geoffrey Lamoureux
I had the pleasure of working with Dennis, he was a wonderful person and always had a story or joke to lift your day, I will miss him, I give my deepest condolences to his family, truly sorry for your loss.
Diane Giesbrecht
Janet, Kevin, Lisa, Lennon and Weston…
I am so sorry to hear that Dennis has passed. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to your family. He will be missed.
Take care.
Ralph & Violet Crumb
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all your family
Bryanne and Matt Honer
This is a great loss. Condolences to all the family. We are thinking of you all during this difficult time.
Jaclyn
My sincere condolences to Janet, Kevin and Lisa as well as their children. Today and always, may loving memories bring you peace, comfort, and strength.
Karen & Greg Eastwood
Dianne, Ron, & all the Ilchyna families. I’m so sorry to hear of Dennis’s passing.
Our deepest condolences. Our thoughts & prayers are with you.
Judith Mohammed
To the llchyna Family,
I send you my condolences and prayers.
He is out of pain and may his soul
Rest In Peace. He has joined his parents.
One day we will meet him again.
God Bless
Judith Mohammed
Terri (Teresa) Krasnowski
To all my Ilchyna cousins and their families. Shocked and saddened to hear of Dennis’ passing. Heaven will have another member to add to the Ilchyna family band. My deepest condolences to you all.
Linda Pascoe
I’m very sorry to hear of the loss of your husband. My thoughts are with you and your family.