Harold Chiponski

Harold Anthony Chiponski

(Szczepanski)

June 28, 1939 - March 23, 2011

Harold passed away peacefully at Seven Oaks Hospital, Winnipeg, MB on Wednesday, March 23, 2011 with his family at his side.

Predeceased by his parents Anthony (Tony) and Anne (Samels) Chiponski and his sister Diane Turner. Harold is survived by his beloved wife of 49 A� years Denise (Wagner); his devoted daughters Allison, and Robin (Mike) Chiponski-Keller; cherished granddaughters Alyssa and Mayanne and several nieces, nephews and a large extended family.

Born and raised in the Portage la Prairie area, Harold was a graduate of the Portage Collegiate Institute, the University of Manitoba (Diploma in Agriculture) and the Canadian Hospital Association/Canadian Dietetic Association and Carleton University.

In partnership with his father, Harold operated a successful potato farm on Angle Road in rural Portage for many years. When ill health forced a change of career, Harold retrained and went into Food Services. He operated the Cafeteria at the Provincial Building and then went to work as Director of Dietary Services at Lions Prairie Manor.

Active in his community, Harold was a member of Good Shepherd Roman Catholic Church, Past Grand Knight (2 terms) and Treasurer of Knights of Columbus Council 4250. He was on the board of the Herman Prior Centre and the Dalton Grove Estates. In their retirement years, Harold and Denise made many trips to visit family and friends in B.C., Calgary and Ottawa. He enjoyed playing cards and drinking coffee with his friends.

A devoted family man, Harold prepared countless meals and Ukrainian feasts for the enjoyment of his family and relatives. Harold was a "people-person" and was grateful for everyone who came into his life. During his long hospitalization, the devotion of his family, friends and acquaintances was clearly evident.

The family wishes to express their thanks to staff at St. Boniface ICU and Seven Oaks ICU. Flowers are gratefully declined. If one wishes, a memorial donation to Central Plains Cancer Care Services, 318 Sask. Ave. E., Portage la Prairie, MB R1N 0K8 would be appreciated.

Prayers will take place at Good Shepherd Catholic Church on Friday evening March 25, 2011 at 8:00 pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Good Shepherd Roman Catholic Church on Saturday, March 26, 2011 at 3:00 pm.

A tree will be planted in memory and cared for by McKenzies Portage Funeral Chapel www.mckenziesportagefuneralchapel.com