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Bill Ewancuhk

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WILLIAM "BILL" EWANCHUK

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February 17, 1949 – June 28, 2020

It is with great sadness, that after a long battle with illness, we announce the passing of William “Bill” Ewanchuk on June 28, 2020 at the age of 71 years.

 

Bill is survived by his family; Julie and Brian, Jarett and Caitlin (their children Amaya and Hayden), Jordan and Stephanie (their daughter Olivia), Jayanne and Josh (their daughter Stella); brother Barry, as well as nieces and nephew. Bill has many cousins and friends who will also miss him dearly. Bill is predeceased by his parents Walter and Elsie, as well as his sister-in-law Debbie.

 

Bill loved going on adventures around Manitoba and was happiest when talking about his grandchildren; he will continue to live on through the memories of their kind Grandpa.

 

Our family would like to thank Dr. Benjamin Goldenberg, Dr. Bruce Kowaluk and the staff at St. Boniface Hospital for the love and support they showed all of us, especially Bill.  

In accordance with Bill’s wishes, cremation has taken place and a celebration of his life for family and friends will be held at a later date. In the meantime, Bill’s family kindly requests that all of his friends and relatives take a few minutes to honour his memory by commenting in the comments section of this page.

 

A longer version of Bill’s life story and a photo-biography will be published here in the coming days,

please check back soon.

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Bill, you will always be in our thoughts and forever in our hearts!

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ETHICAL DEATH CARE

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204-421-5501 - www.ethicaldeathcare.com

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Darrell

January 4, 2022 at 11:04 AM

I am so sorry to read about Bill's passing. I worked with Bill for a few years building stairs in the late 90's. A very easy going man who taught me a great deal. I often thought about him and regret not staying in touch. My condolences to his family.
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Lorne Grapentine

October 25, 2021 at 7:59 PM

I am so very sad to hear of Bills Passing.      Bill and I spent many a weekend watching our boys play hockey with, and against each other in our Windsor Community area, while our daughters frolicked in the stands while mom controlled the antics. We all spent many a happy hour together during our community fund raising events.    Bill and I had a common interest in the building industry, but he always had the time to lend his expertise in his wine producing process .     These are the salt of the earth people that make a community a community. My condolences to all.
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Kathryn Thomas

August 17, 2021 at 10:17 PM

I had no idea Bill had passed. Sad news.  We were neighbours growing up. He and my brother would hang out,  I will pass this news on to him. Condolences to Barry and to Bill’s family.   Kathryn Thomas
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Jamilha-sahar Goulet

January 11, 2021 at 2:32 PM

Every day is a struggle as I miss my close friend , we spent so much time together a piece of me feels missed , if he wasn't with me you knew Cas was in town . You are dearly missed my friend . We were suppose to go on a trip to see all his family in the west but after sundance he felt to sick to go 2019 . He Loved his family so much and was so proud of them . May you rest in peace now Liam ( personal nickname ) 
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Ken Seepish

July 19, 2020 at 10:45 AM

Remembering the good times from High School.  My thoughts and prayers are with the family.  You will be missed Cousin.
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Bill Temereski

July 18, 2020 at 1:07 AM

A cousin and a friend. That's what Bill was too me. We were separated by the miles over many years but kept in touch. We had some fun and memorable times back in the day. Bill was one helluva a good man. Quiet, easy-going, good-natured, loved his family. Sad that you have left us, "Bill E.". You will be missed.
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Gary L

July 9, 2020 at 7:05 PM

Bill, I didn't know you for a long time, our paths only crossed with our kids playing sports together.  I remember standing with you during many games, enjoying your calmness despite whatever chaos was happening on the ice or field.  You were friendly, down-to-earth, and quick with a warm smile.  You will be missed by many.  Rest in peace.
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Troy K

July 7, 2020 at 9:21 PM

Building a stairway to Heaven...Rest in Peace Bill.
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Dana Nease

July 5, 2020 at 2:47 PM

Sending condolences and prayers  to all of Bill’s family and dear friends. Bill was quiet and kind and I fondly remember spending time with him alongside my cherished Uncle Barry and Aunty Debbie. 
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Diane paull

July 5, 2020 at 12:07 PM

Dearest Julie,Jarrett,Jordan and  Jayanne. Yours is a truly remarkable family.To have parents that were able, despite all the storms and upheavals that life thrusts our way, still able to be an amazing example of such love and selflessness. As a cousin, living nearby, I spent time with Bill Through  the differing stages of life. The depth of Bills humility was boundless, he would never express the slightest  hint of resentment, even of the very few that had hurt him deeply. The last few years of Bills life , he was able to experience the truest of happiness that only comes of being with your children, and most especially of all, the sweetest joy of love we only experience with our grandchildren. That was an incredible gift, I believe, that Bill would  only have experienced by the love Julie freely gave by welcoming Bill into her home, loving him, caring for him, and cherishing him until the very end of a life well lived. Many,many, Loving thoughts and prayers for you all at this tumultuous  time of inexpressible loss and grief❤❤❤
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Matthew Lindquist

July 4, 2020 at 11:06 PM

For many years I would see Bill cruising the streets of St. Vital in the unmistakable blue Ford long bed. Always quick to fire back a smile and a wave anytime. He tolerated the shenanigans of many a weekend at the cabin, and invited us back year after year. Quiet but always friendly. I can still remember how happy and proud he was the last time I talked with him, what now seems like ages ago, at Jarett and Caitlin's wedding. Sorry to all who are feeling this loss.
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Joanna

July 4, 2020 at 6:16 PM

My condolences to Bill’s family. I am so sorry for your loss. Your dad was not a big talker but the last time he visited we sat outside on the deck and he caught me up on all the kids and grand kids. He was smiling. I will remember him just like that. 
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Cas Peniuta

July 4, 2020 at 5:19 PM

   Thank you Bill, my best friend of half our lives, for being there when I needed you. You were my exploring buddy, an easy to be with, calm, understanding, and a forgiving person. I will miss our adventures, explorations, our good times, and things one can only share with a best friend.    You were very proud of your family, your relatives out west and to have lived long enough to have and enjoy your grandchildren, of which spoke quite often. You will live in my mind a long time.  Vichnaya Pamyat! Cas Peniuta
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Barry Evans

July 4, 2020 at 12:06 PM

June was the worst month of my life. My heart is broken with loosing Debbie and now Bill. Both are watching over us. 
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Darlene Hergott

July 4, 2020 at 11:46 AM

From cousin, Darlene, in Calgary. Because I didn’t have any brothers or sisters, growing up,  I was extremely close to Bill, closest to my age.  I will miss him dearly. Our deepest sympathy from Darlene & David Hergott, Jackie, Darryl & families.❤ 
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Luigi Bonan

July 4, 2020 at 10:01 AM

I’ve known Bill for many, many years.  It is with great sadness he has passed.  I will miss the times we spent together.  Bill and Cas (his best friend), would come over regularly to visit with Karen and myself and enjoy the time around the fire pit and reminisce about what was growing in the garden, how the kids were doing, what events had happened or going to happen and enjoyable moments in life.  He truly is missed by all our family and friends.  Farewell Bill, You will always be in out hearts.
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Julia

July 4, 2020 at 8:06 AM

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briansumner@hotmail.co.uk

July 4, 2020 at 3:50 AM

Bill was never a get up and do it grandpa but his heart was always there.we had long talks about where he's been and what he did but it always came back to his kids and grandkids.I'LL miss our little talks I now wish that there had been more but I'm sure that wherever possible he'll still be watching his family he loved all his family deeply. Goodnight  bill and sweet dreams.
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