September 20, 1957 ~ October 25, 2019
It is with extreme sadness we announce the passing of Kenneth Shandroski, peacefully at his rural home, at the age of 62.
He will be missed by his wife Pat of 37 years, son Andrew (Alex), daughter Ally (Elliot), brother Fred (Donna), mother-in-law Irene Dobush, sister-in-law Chris Dobush, nephew Adam (Amber), nieces Heather, Allison (Brad). A large void will also be felt by the extended family he always seemed to create, many who knew him as Uncle Kenny. He was predeceased by his son Daniel (2014), father-in-law Ed Dobush and parents Nick and Marie.
Ken grew up in Hadashville and began a 23-year career with the Department of Highways. He moved to Winnipeg in 1978 where he continued to work throughout the province primarily with the Seal Coat Crew. “Shnookie” enjoyed adventures with his coworkers, meeting various people from every community, dining at various “greasy spoons”, and getting to know every back road and highway in Manitoba. His favorite thing to do was to make connections with people. Friends joke that you could not mention a name of someone in rural Manitoba without Kenny knowing that person, his father, brother, sister, neighbor or cousin.
Using knowledge from his Highways experience, he changed careers, buying a semi-truck and working for Jade Transport. His final position at Jade was manager of the sugar plant. He utilized his people skills, management skills, high work ethic and it was a job that provided variety. Upon retirement in 2017, Pat & Ken returned to Hadashville. Never one to slow down he obtained a few part time jobs cutting grass and driving tow truck, helping his children with various chores, weekly garbage pick-up for many, and manicuring a few lawns cutting about 7 acres during the summer. Needless to say, he enjoyed his favourite hobbies; cutting grass and cultivating more friendships.
A memorial service will be held on Friday, November 1 at 10:30 a.m. at Sobering Funeral Chapel, with interment in St. Mary’s Riverside Cemetery in Prawda and lunch to follow at Reynold Community Club in Prawda.
Donations gratefully accepted to St. Mary’s Riverside Cemetery, RR 1, McMunn, Manitoba R0E 0X0.
The coffee was always brewed,
an extra chair was always found
and the stories would go on forever.
Friends and family are a cherished gift;
the circle was wide.
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Don and Shirley Goodall
Our deepest sympathy for your loss.
Mel & Pat Proceviat
Our deepest condolences on your loss
Phillis and Danny Romaniuk
Our deepest sympathy. Kenny will be missed.
Bill & Karen Shanski
Pat
We are so very sorry to hear of the passing of your dear Ken………We are thinking of you at this most difficult time………
Bill & Karen Shanski
Donna
Dear Pat and Family,
We are saddened to hear of the sudden passing of your loved one. We remember Ken’s caring and generous nature.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
The Mayoh Family
irene Shandroski
I am truly sorry Pat and family in hearing of Ken sudden passing. We will all miss his present personality,
and humble attitude. Pat. Andrew, Ally, you are in my thoughts and prayers through this most difficult
time.
Psalm 119:76 May God’s unfailing love be your comfort and peace.
Blessings, Love Irene, Gwen and Barb, Randy and Janine and family.
Barry and Dawn Senkow
Our sincerest condolences on the loss of Kenny. We are thinking of you and your family at this very sad time.
Corinne Jeffrey
Pat and family I’m so sorry to hear about Kenny’s passing. You’re in my thoughts and prayers at this sad time.
Arleen & Harry
Our deepest sympathy to Pat and Family, as well as Fred, Donna and family.
Arleen & Harry
Frank Laba
At this time I reflect on the saying the good pass early. It is hard to believe that this can not be held true in this case. I never knew of a time, even in hardship that Ken didn’t have a smile and a wave for a friend. His life on Earth will be missed. But now he can make his friends in heaven smile as he looks down. Till we meet again.
Miranda Hardy
Our deepest Condolences to the family.
From David and Miranda Hardy
Robert Williment
My deepest sympathy Pat to you and your family. Kenny will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him
Les and Theresa Langner
Our deepest condolences to Pat and family and to Fred, Donna and family upon Kenny’s passing,
Theresa Wirth
Pat, it was sad to hear of Ken’s passing. My sincere condolences to you and your family.
Sharon Moore
Pat, we were very saddened to hear of the passing of Kenny. Hugs and prayers to all from your Aunt Mary and your cousins in Brockville, Ontario
Sharon And Derald Henry
Pat and family
So sorry to hear about Kenny’s passing
Holden Judy
My deepest condolences to Ken’s family . Also to Fred and Donna. I have many many fond memories of Kenny as Freddie and I grew up together. One mentions the word Kenny Shandroski to me and it always brought a smile. Much love. Judy Holden ( Van Buskirk)
Charlene Hood - Ashton
I’m so sorry for your family’s loss. I knew Ken years ago.
Pat and Brian Huzel
Dearest Pat and family,
Sending you our very deepest Sympathy on the loss of your dear husband and father. We have shared this very sad news with our sister Dr. Mary Lou Ozohan, in Los Angeles, CA. As well as Larence and Joanne Huzel who now are residents of Holy Family Nursing Home in Winnipeg.
Brian and I will be attending the Funeral on Friday.
May God Love, Bless and Keep you in his loving arms as you mourn the loss of our dear cousin.
Brian and Pat Huzel (nee Ozohan)
Kim Crookshanks
So sorry to hear this sad news. Many fond memories of playing in Nanny’s (Auntie Violet’s) yard at the station house. Playing house, trying to dress up kittens and other mischief. My deepest sympathies to you all. He’ll be sharing a story with my Dad (Uncle Kurt) I’m sure.
Pat and Bob McVeigh
Dear Pat and family,
We are so saddened to hear of the passing of Kenny. We can hardly imagine how difficult this must be. So many memories come flooding in of our days back at Whiteshell Esso and all the antics and fun. The years have flown by but there should have been so many more for you two.
You have our deepest sympathies. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
We are so sorry we are unable to attend the memorial. We will never forget Kenny.
Sending hugs and love
Pat and Bob McVeigh
Ken England
My deepest sympathy to you all.
Ken was one of the nicest people I ever worked with.
Paul Gregory
As a beekeeper, we always enjoyed Ken’s visit with his nice clean cabover truck/ trailer . One fine memory, was catching Ken helping our family out filling feed pails so the day crew could go out first thing in the morning and feed our hungry bees!
Ken knew our entire honey industry and boy he was a good judge of character! He had great stories and it was an honour to work with him.
Sadly missed,
Paul Gregory
Fisher Branch
Kenneth and Micheline Lovenuk
Sorry for your lose of Kenny.
Linda and Barrie McDonald
Dear Pat and family, Words cannot express how shocked and saddened we were to hear of Ken’s sudden passing. So many memories of him when we lived in Hadashville. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Ken will be missed so much.
Gerald Laggo
Pat and family, I’m so sorry for your loss. I didn’t spend as much time with Ken as I would have liked but I will always treasure the memories of Ken. He was always one of my favorite people.
Albert & Sharon Yanofsky & Family
Dearest Cousins Ally and Elliot & Family!
We are all so sorry for the sudden loss of your dad. Our heartfelt condolences during this very difficult period. We send our love & sincere thoughts to you all.
❣️Cousins Sharon, Jocelyne, Albert, Evelyn, Chris, Aaron & Faye-Rae
Linda Cormier
Pat and family,
Praying you will find comfort, peace, smiles, and laughter in the precious memories of the years you shared. I had the privilege of meeting Ken a couple of times and he was so friendly and easy-going. From Linda at CNIB
Sharon (Gagawchuk) Keen
So sorry about the passing of Kenny – so sad and too young.
Deepest sympathy to you Patsy and to your family.