In Loving Memory of

John Kolanchey

of Morinville
Jan 2, 2021

 

 

Dear Shirley, Our thoughts are with you. Our family enjoyed many wonderful visits with you and John over the years, both in Alberta and in Ontario (as well as the anniversary event in Saskatchewan). We have photos, videos, and our memories to help us remember his smile, his laugh, and his sense of humour. We will miss him, and hope to see you again soon. Lenore, Eric, Cassandra, Devin, and Laine
posted by Lenore Latta : I am Shirley's niece. : Feb 11, 2021

 

To our Dear Shirley.. It is so sad that we can't be at the graveside today or to sit with you during this sad time. We loved John and will remember the many visits we had, at your homes, in Yuma, after Church brunch, at Arbys, the Chinese place... Him collecting is award from the Lieutenant -Governor,seeing Lady Patricia Mountbatten, and many more... We will be watching the Service today and as soon as you move and we can visit, we will be down to see you ...lots of love and God be with you for Strength as the time comes to finish his journey to the Lord, We shall see him again... love from Doug and Shirley and Kyle and Kyra send wishes too xoxooxox
posted by Shirley Youngman : Connecting through Church and member of the family of PPCLI veterans. (Shirley Adams/Youngman) : Feb 11, 2021

 

Shirley and Family - I write to express to you and your family the sincere condolences of the Patricia?s on the passing of John. I wrote when John had turned 90, and was hoping to be able to write again when he was 100, but none of us can control these paths. I will try to be on line on the 11th. The Regiment remembers John's long service, from Korea forward, and you and your family are rightly proud of that service. His name will be read in this year?s list of the lost when we read that out on November 11th, 2021 in the Sacred Space in Beechwood, the National Military Cemetery, Ottawa. His name will also be listed in the 2021 edition of the Patrician?s Last Post section. Thank you for obviously supporting John throughout his life - and we congratulate you on a long and successful marriage. We are glad that he had a vibrant family, and many friends. Thank you all. Brigadier-General Vince Kennedy (Retired) Colonel of the Regiment Princess Patricia?s Canadian Light Infantry
posted by Vince Kennedy : Regimental colleagues. : Feb 04, 2021

 

Dear Shirley. We send our deepest sympathy & condolences to you. We were so sorry to hear of John`s passing from my brother, Bob. We have fond memories of you & John when you came to Manitoba on different occasions, and of course from when we were in Calgary, as children, you would come to visit us from Edmonton. May the comfort of family and friends surround you & comfort you at this sad time.
posted by Diane Czastkiewicz : Special cousin of my mother, Margaret Lees (Miller). : Jan 29, 2021

 

Shirley, There is so little we can say or do for you to help you in this time of your sorrow. Just know that our heartfelt thoughts and sympathy are there with you right now. May God comfort you and fill you with peace. With deepest sympathy and love, Florence & Family
posted by Florence Mudryk : Aunt Florence : Jan 28, 2021

 

I was so sad to hear of John's passing. We were next door neighbors in Cardiff Echoes and you couldn't ask for better neighbors than John and Shirley. My deepest sympathies to you Shirley and your family. Brad Gray
posted by Brad Gray : Former next door neighbors in Cardiff Echoes : Jan 23, 2021

 

Shirley I was so sorry to hear about John?s passing. Know that I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
posted by Joanne Reinbols : A former neighbour : Jan 22, 2021

 

We heard this news with such sadness. Our hearts are with you, Shirley. Bobbie and Glen Robertson And on behalf of Eva Miller, from Fortier MB
posted by Bobbie Robertson : Shirley?s relative : Jan 20, 2021

 

Shirley, I am so sorry for your loss of John. He was a very good man. I have been praying for you during this time and will continue to do so. Mary Winkelmann
posted by Mary Winkelmann : I have known John through Shirley and their connections to church, Cardiff Echoes. : Jan 20, 2021

 

Shirley, It has been several years since we have been neighbours in Cardiff Echoes and have fond memories of time spent with you and John. You were both so welcoming and considerate and we enjoyed our conversations. John was a kind man and we were fortunate to have met him. Our heartfelt condolences, Marcel and Annette St Arnaud
posted by Annette and Marcel St Arnaud : We were former neighbours. : Jan 19, 2021