Obituaries

JACK ALBERT GRAFF

Peacefully, on Thursday, July 2, 2015, at the age of 89 years, loving father and grandfather, Jack Albert Graff passed into the loving arms of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. In that moment, he was reunited with his beloved wife Margaret, whom he called out for in his final days and moments. They will spend eternity hand in hand strolling over Heaven with loved ones who have gone before them.
Knowing Mom and Dad are reunited for eternity, brings a peace and comfort to his sons, Jack (Jan) and Doug (Anne-Marie); three daughters, Janice, Dawn (Dennis) and Colleen (Burk); and Grandson, JD. Also left to cherish his memory is honorary special adopted daughter Karen Hewitt who vowed to Maggie she would watch over Albert. That vow remained unbroken to Dad’s final breath. This family thanks you Karen! He is also survived by one sister Margaret Wojcik; as well as numerous nieces and nephews in both Canada and the United States. He was predeceased in 2013 by his loving and devoted wife of 66 years, Margaret Graff.
Dad was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba on February 12, 1926 and at the age of 12 moved to Gull Lake, Manitoba. At a young age he learned to repair cars and was a master mechanic and auto body repairman. He was an amazing home handyman, there was nothing he couldn’t fix, make, build or repair.
Dad was a Veteran, called to the Army at the age of 18 and proudly served his country. He was employed with BF Goodrich and Alsip Brick and Tile. Dad later became a Winnipeg Transit Bus Driver, retiring in 1993 in the capacity of Bus Driving Instructor after 36 years of proud, dedicated and continuous service to the City of Winnipeg.
Sadly in the past year, Dad was diagnosed with Dementia. Although Dementia may have caused him to forget many of those he held most precious, his heart always knew who they were! Dad loved his children and each held a special place in his heart.
For many years Dad faithfully tuned in to John Aune’s Sunday Request Show on CFRY. Thank you Mr. John for the many years of joy your show, and music you played brought to his life!
On Wednesday, July 8, 2015, Jack’s Funeral Service will be held at 10:30 a.m. in the Chapel of Memories in Wojcik’s Funeral Chapel, 1020 Main Street @ Manitoba Avenue. Interment will follow in Chapel Lawn Cemetery, 4000 Portage Avenue. For those who wish, viewing will be held prior to the service.
A special thank you to Dr. Hasdan and Tower 4 staff at Deer Lodge Center for the kind, compassionate, dignified and professional care provided to Dad to the very end. Special thank you to the following staff on Tower 6; Noreen RN, and Healthcare Aides, Rolondo, Karen and Jessica. You are treasured to us always!
Jack?s nephew, Richard Wojcik of Wojcik?s Funeral Chapel, 1020 Main Street, Winnipeg, MB in care of arrangements 204.586.8668. For those who wish to sign Wojcik?s online Guest Book please visit our website at www.wojciksfuneralchapel.com

I sought the Lord and He heard me
and delivered me from all my fears.? Psalm 34:4