Obituaries

VOJTECH MATOUSEK

It is with great sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our husband, father and Deda, brother and uncle, Vojtech Matousek.
Vojtech (Voita) is survived by his loving and devoted soul mate Kveta; son Mark (Wendy) and daughter Nora Duguid (Carl) along with grandchildren Dayton, Colten, Kaenen, Rory, Nyah, Everett and Reese. He also leaves behind to cherish his memory sister Zdena, and extended family in the Czech Republic.
On February 5, 1936 Voita was born in Olomouc Czechoslovakia. Educated as an Engineer Designer, he was introduced to art at a young age by his mom and soon shared the same passion. Having lived through German occupation, Communist takeover in 1948 and the Soviet invasion in 1968, he decided to say goodbye to his home country that had a rich past and embarked on a new life.
Voita left his native country with his future wife for Brussels before finally arriving in Calgary in November, 1969 and they were married shortly thereafter. Mark was born in 1970 and an employment opportunity had the family moving to Winnipeg that same year. Nora was born 2 years later and soon afterwards they settled in their present home.
Working as an Engineer Designer he never gave up his artistic talent and in 1986 pursued his dream of painting full time. His love of nature, and the vast Canadian landscapes allowed the family to explore Canada, from coast to coast, and he captured Canada in his art. He fell in love with Northwestern Ontario, especially Lake of the Woods with its captivating scenery inherently reflected in his paintings. The lake and cabin were his favorite place as he liked to be surrounded by nature and wildlife. His creativity was not limited to art as many projects were initiated by a simple idea and sketch on the back of an envelope. To him there was no technical problem that couldn’t be solved.
Voita will always be remembered as an extraordinary example of hard work, determination, and perseverance. He loved all animals especially his canine companions. He touched the hearts of many people and will be sadly missed for his warmth, creativity, friendship, and sense of humor.
A Celebration of Voita?s Life will take place on Wednesday, October 14, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. in the St. Boniface Golf Club, 100 Youville Street, Winnipeg.
The family would like to extend special thanks to Palliative Care nurse Ola and the WFPS for their care and compassion.
In Lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to the Winnipeg Humane Society, 54 Hurst Way, Winnipeg, MB R3T 0R3.
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

Deda, you fought long and hard and never gave up even in the end.
You can now rest in peace, free of pain and suffering.
You will be greatly missed, never be forgotten and your legacy
will live on in our hearts and in your masterpieces.